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Let’s Talk About Whiteness & How It Affects the Black Experience with Dr. Ashley

Episode 55 Coach Kelly Marie continues her conversation with psychotherapist and trauma specialist Dr. Willard Ashley about the need for personal accountability and understanding whiteness and its impact on mental health for people of color. How do I prepare my Black son to make it home safely? If White supremacist are shooting up churches and grocery stores, where is it safe to be Black in America? How can therapy help us come to grips with the trauma we've experienced? In this episode we have those tough conversations in recognition of the Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month 2022.    ABOUT THE GUEST The Reverend Dr. Willard Ashley, Sr. is a New Jersey and nationally certified psychoanalyst, certified group psychotherapist, and clinical fellow in the Association of Marriage & Family Therapists. He is a trustee of Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School and retired Professor of Pastoral Theology at New Brunswick Theological Seminary (NBTS).  Twitter @WWCA LinkedIn: Willard Ashley https://www.yourpsychoanalyst.com https://therapyforblackmen.org/therapists/willard-ashley-sr/ https://www.abundantjoyministries.com https://about.me/WWCA   Dr. Ashley served as the first African American Dean of the Seminary at NBTS. Dr. Ashley teaches at Rutgers University, Hebrew Union College, and the New Jersey Institute for Training in Psychoanalysis. He is also pastor of Abundant Joy Community Church in Jersey City, NJ and the author of several books, including, New Rules for Radicals: TNT for Faith-Based Leaders, published by Judson Press. Dr. Willard Ashley is married to Tanya Pagan Raggio Ashley, MD, FAAP, MPH. They are the proud parents of an adult son. Together Will and Tanya are emotional support humans to Serafina their 11-pound Shih Tzu, who won their hearts.     Mental Health Resources  Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255 Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor  Questions for the Host: Email FrontSeatLife@gmail.com  Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcast  Follow or Share this Podcast from Spotify Add this show to your collection on Pandora. Support the Show with a one-time donation   Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC IG @thefrontseatlife FB @thefrontseatlife Produced by JazzCast Pros Podcast Production Network www.JazzCastPros.com  IG @Jazzytonair FB @JazzCastPros  #conference #caregiver #MentalHealthMonday #healing #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #BetheLight #FrontSeatLife #JazzCastPros #therapyforblackmen #psychotherapy #faithbased #Part2 #Whiteness #BlackinAmerica #racism #TopsShooting #family #children  

How Does Psychotherapy Work from a Faith Perspective?

Episode 54 When a community experiences a crisis such as a mass shooting, hurricane or terrorism, well-intentioned “outsiders” often come in and try to help. But as our guest Rev. Dr. Willard Ashley, Sr. points out, it’s important to learn the language and understand the culture of the impacted community before attempting to meet its specific needs. In this episode, you’ll learn how psychotherapy can help a faith-based community heal from trauma.   Dr. Ashley did ground-breaking work helping clergy recognize and address their own emotional trauma and distress as first responders after 9/11. His interfaith program ' Care for the Caregivers' has become a model, and Will an expert, in how to shape religious communities' role in disaster relief around the world. Psychotherapy looks deep inside of your emotions, your psyche and your spirituality.  Cognitive behavior therapy and psychoanalysis can help you find resistances that cause the inner conflict that pushes you to behave in a manner that contradicts your true values.     This episode of Living the Front Seat Life Podcast is sponsored by BIPOC PEEEEEEK Breaking the Stigma & Silence and Prioritizing Needs. BIPOC PEEEEEEK is hosting the Mental Health in Communities of Color conference on July 13th, 14th and 16th in Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse NY respectively. Register for this incredible conference at www.bipocparentvoice.org.       The Symposiums brings together local leaders, regional and national experts (including Dr Ashley), community members, behavioral health providers and stakeholders for a half-day of learning dedicated to addressing mental health and trauma through the lens of equity. The goal is to engage in dialogue to highlight the diversity of needs for both youth and adults across systems and collectively work together to identify strategies to improve care for children and families from diverse backgrounds. The Buffalo event date of July 14th happens to fall on the 60 day mark of the Tops Market massacre and organizers will discuss strategies for long-term plans to address trauma and system level changes.     ABOUT THE GUEST The Reverend Dr. Willard Ashley, Sr. is a New Jersey and nationally certified psychoanalyst, certified group psychotherapist, and clinical fellow in the Association of Marriage & Family Therapists. He is a trustee of Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School and retired Professor of Pastoral Theology at New Brunswick Theological Seminary (NBTS).  Twitter @WWCA LinkedIn: Willard Ashley https://www.yourpsychoanalyst.com https://therapyforblackmen.org/therapists/willard-ashley-sr/ https://www.abundantjoyministries.com https://about.me/WWCA   Dr. Ashley served as the first African American Dean of the Seminary at NBTS. Dr. Ashley teaches at Rutgers University, Hebrew Union College, and the New Jersey Institute for Training in Psychoanalysis. He is also pastor of Abundant Joy Community Church in Jersey City, NJ and the author of several books, including, New Rules for Radicals: TNT for Faith-Based Leaders, published by Judson Press. Dr. Willard Ashley is married to Tanya Pagan Raggio Ashley, MD, FAAP, MPH. They are the proud parents of an adult son. Together Will and Tanya are emotional support humans to Serafina their 11-pound Shih Tzu, who won their hearts.     Mental Health Resources  Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255 Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor  Questions for the Host: Email FrontSeatLife@gmail.com  Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcast  Follow or Share this Podcast from Spotify Add this show to your collection on Pandora. Support the Show with a one-time donation   Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC IG @thefrontseatlife FB @thefrontseatlife Produced by JazzCast Pros Podcast Production Network www.JazzCastPros.com  IG @Jazzytonair FB @JazzCastPros #conference #caregiver #MentalHealthMonday #healing #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #BetheLight #FrontSeatLife #JazzCastPros #therapyforblackmen #psychotherapy #faithbased

How to Heal Communities of Color with Dr. Primm

Episode 53 Which "Protective Factors" can you put in place to minimize a loved one's risk of developing a mental illness even after experiencing natural or man-made disasters? Nearly two months after the May 14th terrorist attack, the Eastside of Buffalo is beginning the process of healing from the disaster that killed 10 and traumatized hundreds of Black people in Western New York. In this episode you will hear from an expert in community healing and cultural humility on how to offer support to your community.  In honor of Minority Mental Health Awareness month, Coach Kelly Marie is joined by Annelle B. Primm, M.D., MPH, a Baltimore-based community psychiatrist who serves as Senior Medical Director of the Steve Fund, an organization focused on the mental health of young people of color. Dr. Primm is also co-founder, chair and convener of All Healers Mental Health Alliance (AHMHA), a culturally grounded team responding to the mental health needs of Black and other marginalized communities affected by disasters, both natural and human-caused.   This episode is sponsored by BIPOC PEEEEEEK Breaking the Stigma & Silence and Prioritizing Needs. BIPOC PEEEEEEK is hosting the Mental Health in Communities of Color conference on July 13th, 14th and 16th in Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse NY respectively. Register for this incredible conference today at www.bipocparentvoice.org.     The Symposiums brings together local leaders, regional and national experts, community members, behavioral health providers and stakeholders for a half-day of learning dedicated to addressing mental health and trauma through the lens of equity. The goal is to engage in dialogue to highlight the diversity of needs for both youth and adults across systems and collectively work together to identify strategies to improve care for children and families from diverse backgrounds. The Buffalo event date of July 14th happens to fall on the 60-day mark of the Tops Market massacre and organizers will discuss strategies for long-term plans to address trauma and system level changes.   Mental Health Resources  Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255 Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor  Questions for the Host: Email FrontSeatLife@gmail.com  Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcast  Follow or Share this Podcast from Spotify Add this show to your collection on Pandora. Support the Show with a one-time donation   Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC IG @thefrontseatlife FB @thefrontseatlife Produced by JazzCast Pros Podcast Production Network www.JazzCastPros.com  IG @Jazzytonair FB @JazzCastPros #conference #caregiver #MentalHealthMonday #healing #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #BetheLight #FrontSeatLife #JazzCastPros   MORE ABOUT DR. PRIMM Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, AHMHA has spawned leadership and collaborative action to promote thriving following disasters such as Superstorm Sandy, the Flint Water Crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Buffalo shooting at Tops supermarket in May 2022.   Dr. Primm was formerly Director of the Johns Hopkins Hospital Community Psychiatry Program. She also served on the executive leadership team of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) as Deputy Medical Director and Director of its Office of Minority and National Affairs, now known as the Division of Diversity and Health Equity.   She received her undergraduate degree from Harvard University, medical degree from Howard University, and psychiatric residency training and master’s degree in public health from Johns Hopkins. Dr. Primm has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and is co-editor of the books, Disparities in Psychiatric Care and Women in Psychiatry: Personal Perspectives. Dr. Primm actively provides psychiatric services in Baltimore, Maryland for Hope Health Systems, Inc. and serves on the board of the Black Mental Health Alliance.

Protecting a Child with Mental Health Issues with Sara Taylor

Episode 52 When the cops came to Sara's door for a mental hygiene arrest of her 10-year-old daughter, her heart was racing, and she feared for her child's life. As images Daniel Prude's encounter with police flashed before her eyes, Sara was reminded how things could turn fatal very quickly. In this episode you'll learn how to protect your loved one in a similar situation and how BIPOC PEEEEEEK founder Sara Taylor is giving parents of kids with mental health challenges a voice in Western New York.  This episode honoring Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is sponsored by BIPOC PEEEEEEK Breaking the Stigma & Silence and Prioritizing Needs. BIPOC PEEEEEEK is hosting the Mental Health in Communities of Color conference on July 13th, 14th and 16th in Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse NY respectively. Register for this incredible conference today at www.bipocparentvoice.org.     The Symposiums brings together local leaders, regional and national experts, community members, behavioral health providers and stakeholders for a half-day of learning dedicated to addressing mental health and trauma through the lens of equity. The goal is to engage in dialogue to highlight the diversity of needs for both youth and adults across systems and collectively work together to identify strategies to improve care for children and families from diverse backgrounds. The Buffalo event date of July 14th happens to fall on the 60-day mark of the Tops Market massacre and organizers will discuss strategies for long-term plans to address trauma and system level changes.   Mental Health Resources  Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255 Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor  Questions for the Host: Email FrontSeatLife@gmail.com  Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcast  Follow or Share this Podcast from Spotify Add this show to your collection on Pandora. Support the Show with a one-time donation   Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC IG @thefrontseatlife FB @thefrontseatlife Produced by JazzCast Pros Podcast Production Network www.JazzCastPros.com  IG @Jazzytonair FB @JazzCastPros #conference #caregiver #MentalHealthMonday #healing #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #BetheLight #FrontSeatLife #JazzCastPros

Mental Health Effects of Racism

Episode 51 Whether you've been a victim of racism or care about someone who has, we all have a part to play in acknowledging and dismantling macro and micro-racism in American. In this episode, Coach Kelly Marie delves into the mental health effects of racism. Taking time to define racism and outlining the mental health and physical health effects of racism on the body.  You can cope with Racism and Racial Trauma by: Finding a role model Talking about your experience Naming what you are feeling as you feel it Remind yourself that taking time to pause can improve your health Connect with others who understand what you experience and can provide social supports Identify your specific triggers Consider getting involved in activism and problem solving *This content of this episode is based on the New York State Office of Mental Health fact sheet “The Mental Health Effects of Racism” Mental Health Resources  Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255 Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor  Questions for the Host: Email FrontSeatLife@gmail.com    Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcast  Follow or Share this Podcast from Spotify Add this show to your collection on Pandora. Support the Show with a one-time donation   Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC  Produced by JazzCast Pros Podcast Production Network www.JazzCastPros.com  IG @Jazzytonair FB @JazzCastPros   #MentalHealthMonday #racism #healing #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #BetheLight #FrontSeatLife #JazzCastPros  

Hate is Not a Mental Illness

Episode 50 After spending weeks helping others deal with the trauma from the massacre at Tops grocery store in Buffalo, NY, coach Kelly Marie sits down to process the hate-filled, racially motivated attack on her city. So many people look at mass shooters as people who suffer from some form of mental illness. In this episode you'll learn why repeating this lie is not only demeaning but also dangerous for the future of America.    In Memory of: Roberta A. Drury of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 32 Margus D. Morrison of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 52 Andre Mackneil of Auburn, N.Y. – age 53 Aaron Salter of Lockport, N.Y. – age 55 Geraldine Talley of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 62 Celestine Chaney of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 65 Heyward Patterson of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 67 Katherine Massey of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 72 Pearl Young of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 77 Ruth Whitfield of Buffalo, N.Y. – age 86   Mental Health Resources  Best Self Behavioral Health, Buffalo, NY  Phone: (716) 884-0888  www.bestselfwny.org Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255 Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor    Questions for the Host: Email FrontSeatLife@gmail.com    Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcast  Follow or Share this Podcast from Spotify Add this show to your collection on Pandora. Support the Show with a one-time donation   Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC Produced by JazzCast Pros Podcast Production Network www.JazzCastPros.com  IG @Jazzytonair FB @JazzCastPros #MentalHealthMonday #Buffalo #NewYork #HateCrime #Racism  #BetheLight #FrontSeatLife #JazzCastPros