In most of our clinical training, neutrality has often been held up as the gold standard of practice. We should ride the middle line, stay objective, don’t impose your personal values - these are all seen as essential to an ethical practice. But for the therapists practicing from a liberatory or anti-oppressive framework (especially those of us who are BIPOC), this ideal doesn’t fit.

Prioritizing your well-being isn’t indulgent; it’s a radical act of resistance. It’s choosing sustainability over burnout in a field where therapists of color are underrepresented, overextended, and often carrying the added weight of systemic inequities. It’s choosing to exist fully and unapologetically, rather than being consumed by exhaustion, injustice, or unrealistic expectations.

Peer consultation groups offer therapists of color a supportive space to navigate systemic challenges, share culturally affirming practices, and enhance their professional growth. Learn how connecting with like-minded professionals can transform your practice and well-being.

Highlighting 5 multicultural conferences in 2025 that focus on mental health, cultural competence, and systemic equity. Connect with professionals, gain valuable insights, and adopt strategies to foster inclusivity and advance your practice

Reimagine mental health care through an anti-oppressive, decolonized lens with concrete, accessible action steps to create more inclusive practices.