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Jamiya Reese is a licensed therapist who supports clients ages 12 and up in navigating trauma and life’s challenges. Trained in trauma-informed CBT and certified in Emotional Transformation Therapy and Sandtray Therapy, she works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and the impacts of domestic violence and human trafficking. Jamiya creates a safe, nonjudgmental space for healing, growth, and empowerment, offering both in-person and virtual sessions.

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Have you ever heard of Dr. Na'im Akbar?

Dr. Na’im Akbar is a clinical psychologist, author, and educator known for his pioneering work in African-centered psychology.

Dr. Akbar is recognized for challenging Eurocentric models of psychology and promoting frameworks rooted in African cultural traditions and values. His work focuses on the psychological impact of racism, historical trauma, and identity on African American mental health.

Books such as Know Thyself, Breaking the Chains of Psychological Slavery, or Visions for Black Men are some popular books that he has authored! Feel free to check them out and expand your mind

Hello, my name is Jamiya Reese and I am a mental health clinician here in the DFW area! My mission has been to create non-judgmental and safe spaces for people of all backgrounds.

If you find yourself over thinking situations or feel like life has become a challenge to navigate, please click the link in my bio to look into high quality mental health services. It's time to invest in yourself!

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Have you ever heard of Dr. Monnica Williams?

Dr. Monnica T. Williams is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and professor known for her work on racial trauma, cultural competence, and anxiety-related disorders. She earned her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from University of Virginia.

Dr. Williams specializes in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the mental health impacts of racism and discrimination. Her research has been influential in expanding understanding of race-based traumatic stress and improving culturally responsive treatment approaches for marginalized communities.

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Do you know who Dr. Joy Hardin Bradford is?

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a licensed psychologist, speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to making mental health support more accessible and culturally relevant for Black women and girls. She earned her doctorate in counseling psychology from University of Georgia.

In 2014, she founded Therapy for Black Girls, an online platform and directory that connects Black women with culturally competent therapists and provides mental health education through its popular podcast and community resources.

Through her clinical work, media presence, and advocacy, Dr. Bradford has helped reduce stigma around therapy in Black communities and has been a leading voice in conversations about self-care, relationships, and emotional wellness.

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Who is Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark?

Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark (1917–1983) was a pioneering American psychologist whose research transformed the understanding of race and child development. She earned her Ph.D. in psychology from Columbia University in 1943, becoming one of the first African American women to do so.

Alongside her husband, Kenneth B. Clark, she conducted the groundbreaking “doll experiments,” which examined how segregation affected Black children’s self-esteem and racial identity. Their findings showed that many Black children internalized negative beliefs about themselves due to systemic racism. This research was cited in the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954), which ruled racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

In 1946, Clark co-founded the Northside Center for Child Development in Harlem, providing psychological services to underserved children and families. Her work helped lay the foundation for culturally responsive psychology and highlighted the profound impact of racism on mental health.