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Thoughtfully Us

We are 3 mental health therapists of color, who have a lot to say! We will talk about all things mental health and wellness, pop culture and life!

Podcast · By Thoughtfully Us · English · Official site

Indexed episodes, last 90 days
6
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Sep 2, 2026
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Jul 8, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 2, 2026

    Why Is It So Hard to Just Rest? (opens the original)

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    Why can doing absolutely nothing feel so uncomfortable? In this episode, we're talking about our complicated relationships with rest — why we know we need it, why we still feel guilty when we take it, and why sometimes being "productive" feels easier than simply slowing down. We explore how our identities as women of color, therapists, and moms can shape the way we think about rest and productivity, and Maya challenges Nelly and Morgan to look a little deeper at why they tend to avoid resting in

  2. Episode · Aug 19, 2026

    Just Go to Therapy! (It’s Not That Simple) (opens the original)

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    Sometimes we tell someone, “You should go to therapy,” as if going is the hard part. But what happens when someone doesn’t want to go? Or when they show up because a partner, friend, or family member wants them there, but they aren’t actually ready for therapy themselves? That question took us into a much bigger conversation about what therapy actually is… and what it isn’t. We unpack the stigma that still surrounds mental health care, the expectation that therapy should provide an immediate sol

  3. Episode · Aug 5, 2026

    Healing the Healers with Kenya Crawford (opens the original)

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    This week, we're joined by Kenya Crawford, LMHC founder of Cultivating Healers, for an inspiring conversation about what it truly takes to support the people providing mental health care. Kenya shares the mission behind Cultivating Healers and her passion for creating more equitable, sustainable spaces for clinicians. We explore her anti-racist consultation work, the challenges therapists face navigating insurance systems, and why self-care alone isn't enough if the systems we're working within

  4. Episode · Jul 22, 2026

    The Loneliness of Constant Connection (opens the original)

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    We're living in one of the most connected times in history… so why are so many people feeling lonely? In this episode, we explore the paradox of modern connection. We discuss how social media has changed the way we build and maintain relationships, whether constant digital access has replaced meaningful in-person connection, and how being reachable at all times can actually leave us craving more space and solitude. Together, we reflect on what genuine connection looks like today, how technology

  5. Episode · Jul 15, 2026

    Redefining Success with Bianca Hughes (opens the original)

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    This week, we're joined by the incredible Bianca Hughes, Georgia-based therapist, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for helping high achievers and perfectionists build lives that feel just as fulfilling as they look. Together, we explore the relationship between ambition, perfectionism, and mental health. Bianca shares how her own mindset around success shaped her journey as both a clinician and business owner, while also reflecting on the lessons she's learned about slowing down, setting bo

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