Supporting BIPOC Mental Health: Overcoming Barriers in Canada
Mental health is a vital part of overall well-being. Yet in Canada, not everyone has equal access to the care they need. For Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities, getting mental health support can be more challenging because of historical injustices, cultural stigma, and systemic inequities. Understanding these barriers—and working to remove them—is […]
BIPOC Counselling
BIPOC counselling What is BIPOC-informed counselling? As a BIPOC registered clinical counsellor, I am mindful of an individual’s cultural background. When I support BIPOC individuals, I am also aware of their cultural norms, and values. I understand that they or their family might have experienced racism and discrimination. They may also have faced racial trauma […]