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Charmaine Beasley, LPC-S & Jasmine Bishop, LPC-S
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Mental health just ain’t the same for Black folks. Join Charmaine & Jasmine, two licensed therapists obsessed with Black culture, as they: -Unpack your favorite throwback movies. (And ruin some along the way). -Decode why Black parents refuse to apologize. (Spoiler: it's not what you think.) -Help you ditch the struggle love cycle. (Because honey, you deserve more!) Want to level up your own mental health journey or just want to laugh while trying to make sense of this life, hit that subscribe button, boo. This journey about Black mental health is gonna be DOPE!

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    The Psychology of Attention Seekers (& How to Deal)

    Ever wonder what are examples of attention-seeking behavior? In this episode, your two favorite black therapists as we explore how what’s often labeled as “attention-seeking” may actually be a human need for connection, safety, and validation. Through an attachment lens, we unpack where these behaviors come from, how shame gets attached to them, and how we can respond, to ourselves and others, with curiosity instead of judgment. This conversation invites listeners to soften their inner critic, deepen emotional awareness, and build healthier ways to ask for what they need. Time stamps:  00:00 intro 01:25 Why does attention seeking even matter? 09:50 Ways people attention seek: drama, talking too much, overcommunication, being too much, needing reassurance 15:01 What is attachment? 19:25 Learning about your attachment style (learning in childhood and mind reading and why you need a safe space) 31:47 Tips Podcasts versions are at: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490f Amazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dope Mental health x Black culture  #attachment #healingjourney #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourney #highfunctioningdepression #highfunctioninganxiety #trauma #traumahealing  Podcasts for women mental health podcast  podcast for black women What are examples of attention-seeking behavior What mental illness is attention-seeking behavior What trauma causes attention-seeking Is attention-seeking a red flag What is maladaptive attention-seeking What attachment style craves attention How to stop being a validation seeker Why is seeking validation toxic What are good communication skills in relationships

    38 min

  2. 8 FEB

    B.A.P.S. and the Cost of Code Switching

    "When they say how are you, what do you say?" "Living large and taking charge big boy!!!!" What does it look like to live your life authentically? Do you know what code switching is and have you ever thought of the potential mental health impact of it? We are talking about it all in this episode; the anxiety, the imposter syndrome, the pressure, and the survival of it all. Of course, we are also bundling it all up with the movie B.A.P.S.

    40 min

  3. 21 JAN

    I Can Love You (But First, I Gotta Love Me): The Psychology of Mar J.’s ‘I Can Love You’

    I can love you better than her, do you believe me or do I need to explain more? In this episode, your two favorite therapists are discussing Mary J Blige’s song, I Can Love You, and what it looks like to try to prove your self-worth and love, codependency, and what it looks like to need validation from other people in order to feel valid within yourself. Yea, we know it’s a lot but of course we also do it with a lot of information, a lot of dopeness, and a lot of fun. Time stamps: 00:00 intro 00:45 overview 07:40 What is self-esteem (when you have to have others validate you) 15:30 Codependency (when you don’t know who you are outside of other people) 20:20 Going to therapy and only talking about someone elseVideos mentioned: Gabrielle Union video:Podcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black women

    27 min

  4. 7 JAN

    New You, New Friends? Therapists & “ A Different World”

    It’s new year, new me time! In life most times growth causes changes in us but what happens when those changes affect our relationships? Maybe the changes within us are reflecting lack of change and insecurities in people around us? That is what happened in this episode of A Different World. Sometimes we have people who will hold us accountable in positive ways and sometimes they lash out in negative ways in an effort to go back to what made them feel more comfortable. We are talking about it in this episode so join your two favorite mental health therapists and let's discuss when our changes affect the people around us.  Time stamps:  00:00 intro 01:25 overview 04:05 Do friendships change when people change? 08:15 Outgrowing your friends 15:13 Is it trauma or a personality trait? 20:15 Do your friendships prevent you from taking up space? 23:50 Why black folks take not being down so seriously 27:20 QTNA Podcasts versions are at: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490f Amazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dope Mental health x Black culture   #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourney #highfunctioningdepression #highfunctioninganxiety #trauma #traumahealing Podcasts for women mental health podcast  podcast for black women How do you know when a friendship is changing What causes friendships to change What are the signs of unhealthy friendship What does it mean when a person is nice and nasty Is jealousy toxic in a friendship How do you tell you've outgrown your friends How to identify a toxic friendship Do friends change in college What does skinfolk ain't kinfolk mean

    30 min

  5. 17/12/2025

    Therapist Advice on Surviving Holiday Grief with Family | Stay Mentally Dope

    For some people Christmas time with the family does not bring joy but it can bring grief and anxiety …..that manifests as bubble guts and headaches. The movie ‘Almost Christmas’ was not an exception. We see this family having to return back home for the first time since their mother and matriarch of the family has passed; they are not all coping well, past issues have not been addressed, and some of them do not get along. Does this sound like your family? We are discussing this in this episode and all discussing tips for getting through Christmas time with these feelings. Join your two favorite black therapists as we dive into grief, sibling rivalries, hyperindependence, substance abuse, insecurities, accountability all in the black family at Christmas time. Time stamps: 00:00 intro01:57 Overview of the movie04:50 Avoiding grief until you have to (or until the holidays) makes grief harder07:56 When the person who died had the role of bringing the family together11:55 Acceptance that things look different nowEveryone grieves differently- within reason (accountability)25:05 Having boundaries with family (how to create a boundary)32:35 conflict can be healing36:36 New and old holiday traditions39:18 QTNAVideos mentioned: Living Single Episode: https://youtu.be/cAGzY2jg9-Q?si=9Tr05_ri6VBgkv88Podcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture #griefjourney #dysfunctionalfamily #toxicfamily #Blackculture #boundaries #seasonaldepression #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenHow to deal with toxic family during the holidaysWhy does my family always fight on holidaysHow to set boundaries with family during the holidaysIs my family toxic or am I the problemWhy is grief worse during holidaysHow do you get through the holidays while grievingWhy am I so anxious on holidaysWhat does it mean to avoid griefWhat is suppressing grief

    48 min

  6. 04/12/2025

    You Remind Me of My Ex: Therapists React to Usher You Remind Me

    Have you ever encountered someone who reminds you of your ex and not in a good way? This is Usher’s song U Remind Me and we are talking about it. Did Usher have good boundaries in this song? Do you have good boundaries when situations like this happen to you? Or do you potentially just keep dating the same or similar people over and over again? Also, when dating can you also identify when something is negative and this bad experience has become emotionally traumatic? Relationships can be emotionally traumatic for us and affect how we continue to date. Join us in this episode as we discuss all of this. Time stamps:  00:00 intro 02:50 How long should someone wait after a relationship to start dating again? (things to look out for) -Allowing friends to tell you your blind spots -Talking about your ex too much  -Trauma vs break up grief -Crashing out -Having a partner die vs breaking up -Seeing your ex instead of your partner 10:50 Having good boundaries Podcasts versions are at: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490f Amazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dope Mental health x Black culture   #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourney #highfunctioningdepression #highfunctioninganxiety #trauma #traumahealing #blackwomendating Podcasts for women mental health podcast  podcast for black women Why do you date people who remind you of your exes Is it normal to still think about your ex when in a new relationship How long should someone wait after a relationship to start dating again What is the 3 month rule after breakup Should you talk about your ex on a first date How do I know if I am over an ex What to do when you see a red flag in a relationship

    20 min

  7. 19/11/2025

    Therapists React to The Family That Preys | Stay Mentally Dope

    The Family That Preys was one of those movies that definitely makes you want to clutch all your pearls! There is generational trauma, sibling rivalry, grief, friendships, betrayal, and a lot of drama. Your two favorite therapists are here to discuss this super loaded movie. As always, we know it’s a lot but of course we also do it with a lot of information, a lot of dopeness, and a lot of fun. Join us in this episode as we discuss The Family That Preys. Time stamps: 00:00 intro01:55 overview04:38 sibling rivalry (Pam and Andrea’s relationship)16:15 The friendship and when raising kids gets complicated27:30 Intergenerational bitterness and trauma40:35 QTNAVideos mentioned: Eve’s Bayou- https://youtu.be/ZDuonOtWMYASoul Food- https://youtu.be/uL6-W_aVSTwPop The Balloon - https://youtube.com/live/TPY0T7IQkbs?feature=sharePodcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenWas Andrea's son really a cartwrightWhat are the symptoms of a dysfunctional familyHow to handle a dysfunctional familyWhen to cut ties with a dysfunctional familyHow to tell if a family is toxicWhat are the signs of sibling rivalry in adultsHow to cope with sibling rivalryWhat does a toxic sibling relationship look likeDoes sibling rivalry ever go awayWhat emotion is behind bitterness

    57 min

  8. 08/11/2025

    Vulnerability & Dating: Therapists React to Pop the Balloon (Episode of The Neighborhood)

    We have some big dating questions that need answers… ‘why do people choose projects?’, ‘what does it mean to be emotionally vulnerable in relationships?’ , AND ‘is your inner child doing the choosing when dating?’ . In this episode of The Neighborhood, the two brothers, Marty and Malcom, are participating in ‘Pop The Balloon’ in order to find dates and it does not go as they thought it would. So of course, we are talking about it. We are not just talking about the brothers, we are also talking about attachment, trauma, and other mental health behaviors that may influence dating and choices in partners. As always we are going to do this with a lot of mental health information and a lot of fun.

    37 min
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Mental health just ain’t the same for Black folks. Join Charmaine & Jasmine, two licensed therapists obsessed with Black culture, as they: -Unpack your favorite throwback movies. (And ruin some along the way). -Decode why Black parents refuse to apologize. (Spoiler: it's not what you think.) -Help you ditch the struggle love cycle. (Because honey, you deserve more!) Want to level up your own mental health journey or just want to laugh while trying to make sense of this life, hit that subscribe button, boo. This journey about Black mental health is gonna be DOPE!

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  • Creator
    Charmaine Beasley, LPC-S & Jasmine Bishop, LPC-S
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Charmaine Beasley, LPC-S & Jasmine Bishop, LPC-S
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    Stay Mentally Dope