You should know that I value authenticity and being honest with myself; I attempt to live an authentic life, and my goal is to help those who work with me authentically and self-compassionately face their lives so that they can move from being stuck to doing things that truly matter to them.
I am very excited and humbled by the research-based work I have been able to do. I have culturally tailored (changed) acceptance and commitment therapy so that it is more relevant and valuable for African Americans' trauma. I use this method in my practice frequently and train other clinicians on the technique. I wrote a book on the model that hopefully speaks to Black people in pain: https://www.amazon.com/Out-Fire-Systemic-Acceptance-Commitment-ebook/dp/B09RN5B6XV
I expect those who are depressed, anxious, or traumatized to learn ways of getting unstuck. I expect them to understand what it means to move forward toward what matters to them in life, even when things are painful or not entirely how they would like them to be. I hope they leave empowered and strengthened to achieve their desires.
