Mental Health and Wellness for Women of Color with Tamika Lewis
Jun 21, 2022Tamika Lewis is a cognitive behavioral therapist and the founder of WOC Therapy Inc., a mental health and wellness community that helps womxn of color heal from personal and inter-generational trauma. Womxn of color are rising in bold and beautiful ways, and yet are still disproportionately affected by higher rates of depression, anxiety, and physical illness.
The women that she and her team supports go on to pursue their dream careers, experience deeper and more meaningful relationships, and learn ways to more effectively manage stress.
Tamika believes that self-compassion and authentic connections with people are the most effective tools for healing. WOC’s team of therapists lead with being human by using the art of storytelling and shared experiences to guide healing.
Tamika and I unpack some interesting topics during our chat, including common issues her clients face and what are key elements of healing for women of color. And since we’re both Mothers, we reflect on some of the challenges running a business while balancing motherhood. And we both agree that the pandemic was definitely tough, but it allowed our kids to see what we do and develop a deeper connection to our wellness work.
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About Tamika Lewis
Tamika Lewis is the founder and CEO of Women of Color Therapy Inc. WOC Therapy Inc. is a mental health and wellness community that helps teens and womxn of color heal from personal and inter-generational trauma, develop healthier and more meaningful relationships, and learn practical tools for managing stress and anxiety.
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About Kendall Hagensen
Kendall is a Somatic Mental Health Therapist, Multidisciplinary Clinic Owner and Business Coach. She specializes in, and is passionate about, working with healthcare professionals to create the businesses of their dreams. Big goals always have a psychological component beneath the surface, so Kendall uses her background in Somatic Psychotherapy and EMDR Therapy mixed with Business Coaching tools to help clients develop a healthy relationship with their business and their strength as a leader. As someone who lives with a chronic illness herself, Kendall feels that health happens best within community, which is why she takes a holistic, integrative, and collaborative wellness approach to her personal and professional life.
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