Reducing Mental Health Disparities for Diverse Communities Featuring Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble

This week I am honored to welcome Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble to the show for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion about mental health and her mission to make mental health services more accessible and more relatable within diverse communities. Dr. Alfiee knows how it feels to be an outsider and in this episode, she shares her journey from Virginia Beach Surfer and hip-hop lover to renowned psychologist and internet personality. Dr. Alfiee is a pioneering psychologist, scientist, media contributor, author, speaker, and founder of the innovative BIPOC mental health nonprofit, The AAKOMA Project. Dr. Alfiee is a fierce advocate of #optimalmentalhealth for all and has spent 25+ years illuminating and reducing mental health disparities for diverse communities. In this conversation, we cover a wide range of topics including the importance of showing up in your purpose and the beauty of holding space for others who may be in need. Dr. Alfiee shares her incredible experience working alongside Lady Gaga on The Power of Kindness Digital Special where she was featured as a mental health expert and panelist. In addition to discussing the power of that experience, Dr. Alfiee also shares her passion for continuing to create spaces where diverse voices can be heard through her work with The AAKOMA Project and her podcast, Couched in Color. This episode is a must-listen or must-watch for parents, teachers, mentors, or anyone working with young people in this modern world. Dr. Alfiee shares inspiring advice regarding everything from social media use to suicide prevention while reminding listeners how to live in their truth while loving others. Topics Include: Dr. Alfiee's Origin Story The Importance of Sticking With Your Dreams The Power of Kindness with Lady Gaga The Toxic Nature of Pre-Judging People Signs and Tips For Suicide Prevention Understanding Young People's Unique Mental Health Needs The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media The Goals of The AAKOMA Project The Mission of The Couched in Color Podcast Ways to Support Dr. Alfiee and Her Projects   Follow Dr. Alfiee: Website: https://dralfiee.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralfiee/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralfiee TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dralfiee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralfiee/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralfiee   The AAKOMA Project: https://aakomaproject.org/   The Power of Kindness with Lady Gaga: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3393924860732409   Dr. Alfiee's Podcast: Couched in Color: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchedincolorpod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CouchedinColorwithDrAlfiee Podcast Apps: https://couchedincolorpodcast.libsyn.com/   Connect with Mike: https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio   Produced by Social Chameleon: https://www.socialchameleon.us   Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm   Mike'D Up! Merch: https://mikedupmerch.com