Grief, Black Men & Mental Health with Charles “Chuck” Clemons

As part of our continued observance of Black Mental Health Awareness Month, Urban Family Focus explores the often-overlooked intersection of grief, Black masculinity, and mental health. In this episode, Rev. Jerrold Smith welcomes Charles “Chuck” Clemons—Board-Certified Chaplain, Pastoral Counselor, Corporate Trainer, Keynote Speaker, and Owner of Charles Clemons LLC. Grief is a universal experience, but many Black men have been conditioned to navigate pain privately. Cultural expectations around strength, responsibility, leadership, and emotional expression can sometimes make it difficult to acknowledge grief or seek support. This conversation creates space to examine what happens when grief goes unaddressed and how men can begin to move toward healing. Charles Clemons brings a unique perspective shaped by his work as a Board-Certified Chaplain, Pastoral Counselor, executive, corporate trainer, and keynote speaker. Through his work, he focuses on inspiring meaningful change in individuals, companies, and communities. This is an important conversation about giving Black men permission to acknowledge their pain, process their grief, and pursue healing. Because strength doesn't always mean carrying everything alone. To learn more about Charles, click here ===> CLICK HERE ------ Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. 🎙️www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com 🎙️https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ 🎙️https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus 🎙️https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus