Author: Twanna Carter

Managing Anxiety in Black Women: A Journey to Healing and Empowerment

Managing Anxiety in Black Women: A Journey to Healing and Empowerment

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Why am I feeling this way? Why can’t I just calm down?” — you’re not alone. Anxiety in Black women is one of the most common mental health struggles, yet it often goes unspoken, unrecognized, and untreated. I’ve seen this...
Is People-Pleasing Ruining Your Life? Here’s How to Take Control

Is People-Pleasing Ruining Your Life? Here’s How to Take Control

Is People-Pleasing Ruining Your Life? Here’s How to Take Control People-pleasing! I’ve seen the scenario more times than I can count: a client walks into my (virtual) office, shoulders heavy with the weight of “yes” after “yes” after “yes.” She’s spent her entire...
5 Therapy Techniques Every Black Woman Should Know About

5 Therapy Techniques Every Black Woman Should Know About

    Hey sis, let’s have a heart-to-heart. Navigating life as a Black woman comes with its own set of unique challenges. From juggling career ambitions and family responsibilities to dealing with systemic inequities and those subtle (and not-so-subtle)...
Stop People Pleasing: 7 Proven Strategies to Break Free Today

Stop People Pleasing: 7 Proven Strategies to Break Free Today

People pleasing is exhausting. It’s like running on a treadmill that speeds up every time you do something for someone else, while the pause button stays just out of reach. As a therapist who specializes in helping Black women navigate life’s challenges, I’ve seen how...