24 APR 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan discuss a common dilemma that peer support workers and loved ones face when providing support to people who are struggling emotionally: when is it appropriate to share our personal stories of recovery? Does sharing our story take away from the individual who needs support? Spotlight https://abc11.com/lincoln-university-death-by-suicide-hbcu-mental-health-black-women/14331004/ served as Lincoln University's Vice President of Student Affairs. She died by suicide on January 8, 2024 at the age of 49. Resource https://www.mabpcb.com oversees the process of becoming a certified peer support specialist in Maryland.  The Board provides a detailed overview including mandatory trainings, education requirements, employment opportunities and much more.  If you are outside the state of Maryland, please search peer support/peer recovery in your state. Most states will have their own process if you are interested in becoming a peer. Community Changemaker https://www.instagram.com/jphillipsmsw/, is a mental health therapist, life coach, speaker and college professor who founded https://jasonlphillips.com/coaching/ where he helps others to enhance their self-love and confidence. Jason hosts a podcast of the same name, the https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peace-prosperity-podcast/id1566200301, which covers topics related to peace, happiness, and success. Moment of Inspiration  If you struggle to find the right words to say when providing support to a loved one, peer, or client, do not fret. Collectively, we can learn effective ways to provide support. As more people learn, we increase opportunities to assist others during their time of need. Connect with Us Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/%20/ Follow us on https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1%20 Follow us on https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea on https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ and https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan on https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate Your support helps us to fulfill our mission of preventing suicide in Black community. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN! Shop Get your https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products and support the show! Events Black & Suicidal: Peer Support Group Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-black-suicidal-peer-support-group-tickets-867678920007?aff=erelexpmlt! Disclaimer Information shared on our platforms, including details about individuals lost to suicide, is sourced from loved ones, social media, and/or news. Efforts are made for accuracy and sensitivity, but data may be incomplete. If you're a family member seeking to add or correct information, email us at info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org. We honor families' wishes and promptly address concerns. We approach this topic with care and respect. Thank you for understanding. Sending love and light!

10 APR 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan discuss the ins and outs of anxiety and its potential effects on the ability to manage day to day life. Spotlight Malik Webber died by suicide on March 17, 2020 at the age of 21. Click https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2020/7/25/21336409/suicides-black-cook-county-residents-alarming-rise-mental-health to read more about Malik and metro Chicago's increase in suicide deaths during 2020. Resource The https://www.instagram.com/anxietyanddepression_adaa/?hl=en is a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occuring disorders through aligning research, practice, and education. Check out their https://adaa.org/. Additional Resources Listen to the https://patricewashington.com/podcast/ by https://www.instagram.com/seekwisdompcw/. Check out this https://www.mcgill.ca/counselling/files/counselling/thought_record_sheet_0.pdf for more information on how to use a thought record.Community Changemaker https://www.instagram.com/amber_vs_anxiety/, is a therapist and coach who focuses on those with anxiety and over-thinkers. She is the creator of https://theanxietylab.com/ and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-managed-mind/id1585575467. Moment of Inspiration  Que sera, sera: Whatever will be, will be! Jay Livingston and Ray Evans God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. - The Serenity Prayer  Connect with Us Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/%20/ Follow us on https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1%20 Follow us on https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea on https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ and https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan on https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate Your support helps us to fulfill our mission of preventing suicide in Black community. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN! Shop Get your https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products and support the show! Events Black & Suicidal: Peer Support Group Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-black-suicidal-peer-support-group-tickets-867678920007?aff=erelexpmlt! Disclaimer Information shared on our platforms, including details about individuals lost to suicide, is sourced from loved ones, social media, and/or news. Efforts are made for accuracy and sensitivity, but data may be incomplete. If you're a family member seeking to add or correct information, email us at info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org. We honor families' wishes and promptly address concerns. We approach this topic with care and respect. Thank you for understanding. Sending love and light!

27 MAR 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan discuss the ins and outs of anxiety and its potential effects on the ability to manage day to day life. Spotlight Malik Webber died by suicide on March 17, 2020 at the age of 21. Click https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2020/7/25/21336409/suicides-black-cook-county-residents-alarming-rise-mental-health to read more about Malik and metro Chicago's increase in suicide deaths during 2020. Resource The https://www.instagram.com/anxietyanddepression_adaa/?hl=en is a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occuring disorders through aligning research, practice, and education. Check out their https://adaa.org/. Additional Resources Check out https://www.rheedawalkerphd.com/bookby https://www.instagram.com/dr.rheedawalker/?hl=en. https://youtu.be/AOoPNbnRG3E?si=N1DOfKZIK2tpk1tR and https://blackpeoplediebysuicidetoopodcast.buzzsprout.com/132572/14231113 to Dr. Walker's episode on our podcast!Community Changemaker https://www.instagram.com/amber_vs_anxiety/, is a therapist and coach who focuses on those with anxiety and over-thinkers. She is the creator of https://theanxietylab.com/ and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-managed-mind/id1585575467. Moment of Inspiration  Worrying does not take away tomorrow's troubles; it takes away today's peace. - Randy Armstrong When thinking about life, remember this: not amount of guilt can change the past, and no amount of anxiety can change the future. - Unknown Connect with Us Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/%20/ Follow us on https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1%20 Follow us on https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea on https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ and https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan on https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate Your support helps us to fulfill our mission of preventing suicide in Black community. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN! Shop Get your https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products and support the show! Events Want to become involved with BPDBST? Attend our committee interest meeting! Date: Wednesday, April 27, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM https://forms.gle/AhB7E1zZuShCNta4A! Black & Suicidal: Peer Support Group Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-black-suicidal-peer-support-group-tickets-867678920007?aff=erelexpmlt! Disclaimer Information shared on our platforms, including details about individuals lost to suicide, is sourced from loved ones, social media, and/or news. Efforts are made for accuracy and sensitivity, but data may be incomplete. If you're a family member seeking to add or correct information, email us at info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org. We honor families' wishes and promptly address concerns. We approach this topic with care and respect. Thank you for understanding. Sending love and light!

13 MAR 2024 · Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Mark Harrison to discuss the importance of recognizing and supporting the mental health of Black men and boys. Spotlight | Charles Johnson, former NFL wide receiver, died by suicide on July 17, 2022 at the age of 50. Charles played for the Steelers, Eagles, Patriots, and Bills before retiring. He was the Assistant Athletic Director at Heritage High School in Wake Forest, NC at the time of his passing. Resource |  The Confess Project of America is a national organization that fosters mental health advocacy in the Black barber and beauty industry by building awareness, breaking stigma, and increasing access to care within the communities they serve. You can check out the organization’s website and Instagram page linked below. https://www.theconfessprojectofamerica.org/ https://www.instagram.com/theconfessprojectofamerica/ Community Changemaker | Kofi “Kizzle” Forson, founder of Express Yourself Black Man, a podcast and healing community for black men. You can check out Kizzle and his organization on IG at ExpressYourselfKizzle and ExpressYourselfBlackMan. Both pages are linked below. https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfkizzle/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman/?hl=en Moment of Inspiration | “Black man, it’s okay to not be okay. Black man, there is nothing you cannot do or attain in this world. Black man, you are a powerful force in this world. Black man, you are not alone. Black man, you are loved.”  - Kizzle Connect with Us  | Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea!IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan! IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate | Your support helps us to fulfil our mission of preventing suicide in Black community. Support the cause! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN Shop | Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products Events | Black & Suicidal: Peer Support GroupDate: Thursday, March 28, 2024Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-black-suicidal-peer-support-group-tickets-850301252937?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Disclaimer | Information shared on our platforms, including details about individuals lost to suicide, is sourced from loved ones, social media, and/or news. Efforts are made for accuracy and sensitivity, but data may be incomplete. If you're a family member seeking to add or correct information, email us at info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org. We honor families' wishes and promptly address concerns. We approach this topic with care and respect. Thank you for understand

28 FEB 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan discuss the importance of speaking up when you have questions or concerns during the course of mental health treatment. Advocating for your needs is a great way to become an active participant in your recovery. Spotlight Chris Vaughn died by suicide in 2021 after struggling with PTSD. The following year, his mother, Deneen Vaughn, and brother, Cameron Vaughn, founded the Mind and Wellness Foundation in Chris’ honor. To learn more about Chris’ life and the foundation, visit https://www.mindandwellnessfoundation.org/. Resource The Black Women’s Mental Health Institute is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to building awareness of and support for the mental and holistic wellbeing of Black women and girls. BWMHI’s No More Martyrs Sisterhood Support Collective is an online community of support for Black women and girls managing mental health concerns. You can follow BWMHI on IG at @blackwomensmhi and @no_moremartyrs. Community Changemaker Hydeia Broadbent was a prominent HIV/AIDS activist who gained media attention for being a part of America’s “first generation of children born HIV positive.” Hydeia’s mission was to use her life “as a prevention tool for those who are HIV negative to make informed decisions to stay HIV negative, and also for those living with HIV/AIDS to find hope and inspiration to not allow HIV or AIDS to hold them back from living their best life”. Hydeia passed away on February 20, 2024 at the age of 39. Moment of Inspiration “We are no longer glamorizing being overly busy. We’re focusing on delegating, outsourcing, saying no, and organizing our current tasks. But we’re not chasing exhaustion this year.” - Kaya Nova Connect with Us Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea! IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan! IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate Your support helps us to fulfil our mission of preventing suicide in Black community. Support the cause! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN Shop Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products Events Black & Suicidal: Peer Support Group Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-black-suicidal-peer-support-group-tickets-850301252937?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Disclaimer Information shared on our platforms, including details about individuals lost to suicide, is sourced from loved ones, social media, and/or news. Efforts are made for accuracy and sensitivity, but data may be incomplete. If you're a family member seeking to add or correct information, email us at info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org. We honor families' wishes and promptly address concerns. We approach this topic with care and respect. Thank you for understanding. Sending love and light.

14 FEB 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Victor Armstrong, Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), to discuss a new initiative called L.E.T.S. Save Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention for Black and African American Communities. Spotlight Join us as we celebrate Renewed Resilience Day (considered one’s second birthday), created by Jordan and T-Kea. This is a special day designated for reflection and celebration of individuals who have survived suicide attempts. The primary goal is to encourage survivors to reshape their narrative and perceive this day as a meaningful opportunity to honor themselves. It serves as a powerful acknowledgment of resilience, fostering a sense of empowerment among those in recovery, and collectively appreciates the strength demonstrated in one’s journey. Feb. 11th is T-Kea’s Renewed Resilience Day. Fun fact: Feb. 13th is Jordan’s birthday. Resource The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. To learn more about AFSP and the L.E.T.S. Save Lives initiative, visit https://afsp.org/letssavelives/. Follow AFSP on Instagram at @afspnational. Community Changemaker Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble (known professionally as Dr. Alfiee) is a psychologist and founder of the mental health non-profit The AAKOMA Project. She also hosts the “Couched in Color with Dr. Alfiee” podcast. Follow Dr. Alfiee on IG: @dralfiee Check out the Aakoma Project: https://aakomaproject.org/ Check out the “Couched in Color” Podcast: https://dralfiee.com/couched-in-color/ Moment of Inspiration We want to encourage survivors of suicide to think about your Renewed Resilience Day, your second chance at life. Whether your Renewed Resilience Day/Second Birthday is this month or not, we want you to take time to honor yourself and do something that will celebrate your recovery. Connect with Us Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea! IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan! IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate Your support helps us to fulfil our mission of preventing suicide in Black community.  Support the cause! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN  Shop Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products  Events Black & Suicidal: Peer Support Group Date: Saturday, February 24, 2024 Time: 11 AM to 1 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/797342572097?aff=oddtdtcreator  10th Annual Peer Leadership Conference (virtual) Date: February 21, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. https://www.edgereg.net/er/Registration/StepRegInfo.jsp?ActivityID=42465&StepNumber=1&v=ODA3NzBhZTgtZGEyOC00NGYzLTg3YTktZmRmODM0ZWFmN2Q4

31 JAN 2024 · Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Lauren Jenkins, LCPC and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) to discuss the impact of trauma and its connection to suicide. Spotlight | Marshawn McCarrel, a Black Lives Matter Activist who died by suicide on the steps of the Statehouse in Columbus, OH. Marshawn died on February 8, 2016 at the age of 23. Resource | TheJourney2Well, founded by Lauren Jenkins, LCPC, was created to help individuals and organizations connect to resources, training opportunities, and supportive tools and services that she believes will be supportive to their healing journey. Check out the link below to learn more about TheJourney2Well. https://thejourney2well.com/ Community Changemaker | Nicole Pierre-Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor and creator of Melanated Women’s Health, LLC in Philadelphia, PA. Nicole’s practice offers compassionate and anti-oppressive therapy services. Nicole specializes in trauma therapies such as post-traumatic stress disorder therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). You can follow Nicole Pierre-Smith on IG at melantedwomenshealth. https://www.instagram.com/melanatedwomenshealth/ Moment of Inspiration | Trauma doesn’t define you. It doesn’t have to dictate your future or cost you your peace. If yesterday is heavy, put it down. Some helpful strategies include counseling, journaling, sharing with someone you trust, peer support and/or support groups, etc. Connect with Us  | Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea!IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan! IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate | Your support helps us to fulfil our mission of preventing suicide in Black community. Support the cause! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FQZGPR7S9CJUN Shop | Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products Events | Black & Suicidal: Peer Support GroupDate: Saturday, February 24, 2024Time: 11 AM to 1 PMhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/797342572097?aff=oddtdtcreator 10th Annual Peer Leadership Conference (virtual) Date: February 21, 2024Time: 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM ESThttps://www.edgereg.net/er/Registration/StepRegInfo.jsp?ActivityID=42465&StepNumber=1&v=ODA3NzBhZTgtZGEyOC00NGYzLTg3YTktZmRmODM0ZWFmN2Q4

17 JAN 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Khia Glover, LCSW, to discuss the importance of fostering healthy mental wellness in children and how parents can support their kids to thrive emotionally. Spotlight Stormiyah Denson-Jackson, a seventh-grader from Washington, DC, died by suicide on January 23, 2018 at the age of 12. Stormiyah was a victim of bullying. Her death led to the passing of the Stormiyah Denson-Jackson Economic Damages Equity Act of 2022. Resource Kids are People Too! Podcast hosted by Khia Glover that promotes the fostering of children’s mental wellness through connection between parent and child. Khia seeks to help adults parent mindfully by providing a different perspective into what may be happening in their child’s life.  You can listen to the podcast on Apple or Spotify. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kids-are-people-too/id1536464756 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2pNrSWtxo7uKf6R1r5TyfA?si=912d7e861d7743c1 Check out Khia’s book, Rising Above: Teen Devotional for Girls: https://www.notesbykhia.com/ Teens Rising Above IG By Khia:  https://www.instagram.com/teensrisingabove/  Community Changemaker Marline Francois-Madden, LCSW and Owner/Clinical Director of Hearts Empowerment Counseling Center, author of The State of Black Girls, based in NJ.  https://www.heartsempowerment.com/ Moment of Inspiration If you are a parent, we want you to know that your child matters. Their feelings matter. We encourage you to have an open discussion with your child where they can express themselves freely and you listen non-judgmentally. Affirm them and let them know that you’re listening and you care.  Connect with Us  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast  Follow T-Kea! IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Shop Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products    Follow Jordan! IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D 

1 JAN 2024 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Dr. Rheeda Walker to discuss her book, The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health. Dr. Walker gives practical tips on how to manage mental health while living life unapologetically black.  Spotlight Lee Thompson Young, star of Disney’s The Famous Jett Jackson, who died by suicide on August 19, 2013 at the age of 29.  Resource The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health Authored by Dr. Rheeda Walker, The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health explores the current crisis of mental health for Black people and helps us to understand the challenges and connections to racism, religion, and physical health. This guide provides practical tools to help neutralize stressors and live life more fully.  You can purchase your copy at https://www.rheedawalkerphd.com/book Community Changemaker Charlamagne tha God  Charlamagne is the host of the Breakfast Club and a mental health advocate who founded the Mental Wealth Alliance and the Black Effect Podcast Network. He’s been transparent about his struggles with anxiety and panic attacks.  Follow Charlmagne on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cthagod/?hl=en Mental Wealth Alliance: https://www.mentalwealthalliance.org/ Moment of Inspiration Thanks to the work of amazing professionals such as Dr. Walker, Black mental health continues to be studied and highlighted. This can provide hope to individuals living with mental health disorders. Our lives are valuable and worth saving. Connect with Us  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast  Follow T-Kea! IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1  Follow Jordan! IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D  Donate Help us end suicide in the Black community and donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=FRHD8VAWVWV56  Shop Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products

20 DEC 2023 · Introduction T-Kea and Jordan partnered up with Dr. LaNail Plummer of Onyx Therapy Group and Dr. Rossalyn Thyssen of the Traeh Thyssen Have A Heart Foundation to discuss how to support loved ones who are struggling with suicidal ideation. They also discussed their personal connections with suicide.  Resource Onyx Therapy Group is a Black woman, Veteran-owned business who aims to address mental health issues and disparities in communities, organizations, and for individuals in need. Dr. LaNail Plummer is the CEO of Onyx Therapy Group. Check out their Instagram page and website: https://www.instagram.com/onyxtherapygroup/ https://www.onyxtherapygroup.com/onyxteampage Traeh Thyssen Have A Heart Foundation is a non-profit organization that seeks to provide information, resources, and support to combat bullying and prevent youth suicide. The organization is dedicated to Dr. Roslynn Thyssens’s son, Traeh, who died by suicide. Check out their Instagram page and website: https://www.instagram.com/traehthyssen.haveaheart  https://ihaveaheart.org/  Connect with Us  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast  Follow T-Kea! IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1  Follow Jordan! IG: https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D  Donate Help us end suicide in the Black community and donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=FRHD8VAWVWV56  Shop Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products