Not a Strong Black Girl

from Therapy Fridays · host Kennedy Gresham

Come chat with host Kennedy and this week's guest, therapist Madison Sparkman. She is both a Spelman and DePaul alumna. In this episode, they discuss the stigma of being labeled a "strong" black woman and how it has limited their ability to be vulnerable and see themselves and the world fully. They touch on a few topics such as the strong black woman schema, the health of black women, the importance of stepping outside the lens of one's trauma, being black in academia, and post-graduate depression. If you enjoy this episode, share it with a friend! Resources: Follow Madison's therapy page, https://www.instagram.com/thesoulresponder_?igsh=Mjltd3l0OG01NHlo Also, Madison is accepting new clients. Click the link below for more information. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/madison-d-sparkman-chicago-il/1155246 Stay in touch: Subscribe to our YouTube channel. https://youtube.com/@TherapyFridaysPodcast?si=VAiG_Duz0YuBH5L3

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