Safe Space with Shay's Podcast

I'm so excited to be back releasing episodes of Safe Space with Shay after my summer hiatus and this episode was so refreshing and personally moving for me. In this episode I discuss with Natalie Casey, a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Brainspotting Practitioner what beliefs her diverse client based hold and how their beliefs and child upbringing impact their emotional wellbeing. Natalie also gave a brief yet clear explanation of Brainspotting and how affective it is in processing trauma and emotions physically. I hope you are enlightened and encourage to give brainspotting a try or recommend to someone who you believe may benefit from this form of therapy. To learn more about Natalie and her practice, Casey Wellness Center, you can schedule an appointment with her on her website, About | CaseyWellnessCenter.To learn more about Brainspotting as Natalie mentioned that was discovered by Dr. David Grand, Ph.D you can read more information here, Brainspotting – Where you look affects how you feelDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

This episode was nothing short of amazing and so insightful! It's been a goal of mine to partner with other Minority & Marginalized Communities to create allyship with reducing the stigma of Mental Health because as Dr. Lo mentioned in this episode the impact of trauma is the same with our communities and we can all benefit through connecting and sharing to build greater relationships and communities. Dr. Lo is a fully Licensed Psychologist in the state of Michigan with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field her "strengths as working with individuals who typically hesitate to seek out therapy (for example, racial minorities, men, or people who do not trust therapy or have had unsuccessful therapy experiences.)" Demonstrates her ability, experience and expertise as an impactful mental health professional. Although Dr. Lo has a current waitlist for accepting new clients you can learn more about her on her website here,  About Dr. Lo | Dr. Hsiao-Wen Lo (drloinannarbor.com) To learn more about the disparities in marginalized communities see the American Psychiatric Association link here, Psychiatry.org - Mental Health Disparities: Diverse PopulationsI hope you find this episode insightful as I did! *Please pardon the background noiseDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

Narcissism and Narcissist are "buzz" words that are frequently being used in our society today and I wanted to take a deep dive to understand, what is Narcissism? And how can people impacted by a person who has Narcissist traits get the support they need to recover or better managed their interaction and communication with those who exhibit the Narcissist traits and behavior. Michelle A. May, MA, LPC, who has 36 years of experience working in the mental health field did a great job explaining Narcissism and emphasizing the importance of empathy while also obtaining the mental health support to those recovering from a relationship with a person who had Narcissist traits/behavior. I believe our Emotional Wellness is the cornerstone for our overall Health & Wellbeing and should be attended to regularly since Communities of Color have severely been underserved in the Mental Health space. As always, I hope you find this episode enlightening and impactful.To learn more about Michelle A. May, check out her website Michelle MayLooking for resources, check out my resource page here Resources – Safe Space With ShayDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

This episode is near and dear to my heart personally as I know the importance of not only talking about ADHD but how imperative it is to understand it to ensure you find the right approach and strategies to manage ADHD to ensure a productive, progressive and satisfying life!  Dr. Erikka Taylor Board Certified Psychiatrist exceeded my expectations throughout our conversation with her in-depth knowledge and expertise as an ADHD Psychiatrist who supports Children, Adolescent & Adults, this is an episode you won't want to miss!You can find Dr. Erikka Taylor Private Practice link below, tap/click,Catalyst NC | Our Team of Medical and Therapy ProvidersHere you'll find the CHADD-Children & Adults with ADHD, link below, tap/click,CHADD - Improving the lives of people affected by ADHDYou can find your Local CHADD Chapter here for additional resources and support groups, link below, tap/click,CHADD Affiliate Locator - Find a local ADHD support group in your areaTo purchase Dr. Ericka Goodwin, Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist books that Dr. Erikka mentioned during our conversation can be found here, in the link below, tap/click,Books – Global Health Psychiatry (ghpsychiatry.org)Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

Happy 2024! I'm so glad to be back recording and releasing my podcast episodes that are always insightful and this episode was nothing short of that! I had the pleasure of having Mr. Ben Tate who is a Rehabilitation Counselor who support those who are overcoming Substance & Alcohol Abuse and Anxiety. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, "Black Americans have similar rates of substance use disorder (17%) as non-Hispanic Whites, but higher rates of illicit drug use (24.3 vs 22.5 respectively) and unmet treatment needs (16.4% vs 15.7%, respectively)" Ben and I talked about the triggers of Substance & Alcohol Abuse which was surprising to me all related to one's emotional wellbeing or lack thereof. This conversation was necessary and I'm hopeful it's an ice breaker and light to those who need to hear this conversation!Need to contact Mr. Ben Tate, here's his website,  Working it out - Counseling (clientsecure.me) or you can email him at, btate1350@gmail.com   Al-Anon Family Groups (Local-Michigan) resource below,Find an Al-Anon or Alateen Face-to-Face, Phone, or Online MeetingNeed additional Support, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has resources found here on this link, Find Support | SAMHSADisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

We all need a "Friend-Check In" and on this episode I had my good friends Krista & Khalid back on and if you all don't remember Krista & Khalid joined me back on my "You Single or Naw?" episode and it was sooo good and popular amongst my listeners I had to have them back on! This episode was a free-flowing conversation with a focus on self-love and relationships, I hope you find this episode engaging!Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

On this episode I had the pleasure of having, Chautè Thompson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, Qualified Parenting Coordinator & Founder and Owner of Inspiring Hope Counseling Home - Inspiring Hope Counseling (inspirehopehealthhealing.com) & Brand New Me, LLC Relationship & Parenting Consultant | Chautè Henry Thompson (chautethompson.com)  Chautè experience as a Family Mediator was very evident during our conversation with her speaking on how emotional wellness from both parents can impact and result in a successfully coparenting relationship and blended family setting. I love the optimism that permeated this conversation that healthy blended families and coparenting relationships are possible if we are intentional and true to ourselves when navigating through the challenges in the space of coparenting relationships. As always, I hope you find this episode enlightening and encouraging! You can find Chautè bestsellers books here on the following links  Brand New Me: The Pursuit of Wholeness: Journey from Pain to Greatness: Thompson, Chaute: 9780578440071: Amazon.com: Books and Brand New Me: Complemented, Completed and Whole: A Guide for Singles and Couples to Grow from Within: Thompson, Chaute: 9780578534787: Amazon.com: BooksDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

I was so excited to have Dr. Dalton-Trusty on as she's a Director of Clinical Training and Co-Director of the Mental Health and Wellness Clinic at my alma mater Wayne State University! On this episode we talked about the stigmas that impact the Black Community mental health and wellness such as socio-economic and environmental factors, Dr. Dalton-Trusty shed light and provided some very pertinent points that I believe you'll find insightful. Her academic achievements and success are commendable and lends itself so well in our conversation. I hope you find this episode enlightening! Want to learn more about becoming a client through Wayne State University Mental Health & Wellness Clinic? Here's the link Mental Health and Wellness Clinic Client Form - Wayne State UniversityLearn more about Dr. Dalton-Trusty tap here Dr. Lucetry Dalton, Psy.D., LP - College of Education - Wayne State UniversityFind a NAMI Support Group if you're supporting a loved one with a mental illness https://www.nami.org/Find-Your-Local-NAMI/Affiliate/Programs?classkey=a1x36000003TN9LAAWTo learn more about the disparities and discrimination in mental health see links below,Fact Sheet: Health Disparities and Stress (apa.org)Racism, racial discrimination, and mental health, with Riana Elyse Anderson, PhD (apa.org)Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

On this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Jason Phillips a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides evidence-based treatment for his clients through his private practice. Jason is approachable, relatable and knowledgeable in his field, he has an extensive background working with different populations in the mental health field that lend him the adaptability to support individuals especially black men on various levels when it comes managing daily stress, support healing with deep-seated trauma, building confidence and navigating relationship challenges. I love having conversations centered on black men mental and emotional wellness because they have been dehumanized for too long and I'm happy to create a space and have a conversation on not only how their community can support them but how they can and deserved to support and care for themselves! I hope you find this episode helpful and encouraging!To contact Jason, check out his website, Jason Phillips, LCSW | Peace & Prosperity Coaching – Licensed Therapist | Life Coach (jasonlphillips.com)Jason is also a podcaster too! Check out his podcast, The Peace & Prosperity Podcast here, Podcast – Jason Phillips, LCSW | Peace & Prosperity Coaching (jasonlphillips.com) Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.  

I'm always excited and appreciative to have experienced mental health professionals on my podcast to share and educate myself and my audience on their level of expertise in the mental health field. Dr. Gilmore has over 15 years of experience in emotional wellness, prioritizing self-care, healing trauma, and relationship preservation.  When we think of mental health we often think about mental illness or trauma however emotional wellness (and unwellness) is a major component of mental health. Dr. Gilmore shared what emotional wellness and unwellness look like and ways to navigate through our normal human emotional bouts, and more importantly how emotional wellness (or unwellness) can impact us in the workplace! If we are not emotional well our work performance suffer,  we can lose motivation and confidence. Dr. Gilmore provided some practical and relatable scenarios on what we can do to better impact these areas in our lives! I hope this episode is insightful to you!   To learn more about Dr. Gilmore, you can reach out to her through her website, About - LSGilmore (lovesupportguidance.com)To read more about the current state of workplace burnout, the American Psychological Association published the insightful article below, “Employers need to focus on workplace burnout: Here's why….Concrete ways to address the problem with psychological science”https://www.apa.org/topics/healthy-workplaces/workplace-burnout?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=apa-workplace&utm_content=workplace-burnoutDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

This conversation with Licensed Professional Counselor, Dominique D. Walker was so refreshing, reinforcing and enlightening for those of us who are guiding and supporting our own Gen Z'ers! Being a young adult between the ages of 18-25 can be a bit overwhelming, confusing and uncertain! This is why this episode is so important in helping parents & guardians navigate this critical phase in their lives. Dominique provided some really sound and encouraging advice on parenting these young adults and their perspective to add food for thought. Some parents often feel when their young adult child turns 18 parenting is done or the young adult child doesn't require as much parenting or support as they did when they were younger than 18 years old but on the contrary, it requires even more, more patience, understanding, space and grace! I hope you find this episode helpful on your continuous parenting journey!You can contact Dominique through her website here, www.myhealingmatters.comDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

This episode was by far one of my favorite episodes! My curiousity was fulfilled and I learned so much beyond the mental health diagnosis that are often on the forefront such as Anxiety and Depression. Dr. Olele, a Board-Certified Psychiatrist provides mental health services to his patients through Genesis Psychiatric Solutions, www.genesispsychiatricsolutions.com, his extensive academic medical accomplishments and experience has solidified him as subject matter expert in providing quality care to his patients and educating the community at large on mental health diagnosis, treatment and management. We discuss various mental health diagnoses from Bipolar, PTSD-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychosis, Schizophrenia and OCD-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, I hope you truly find this episode enlightening and insightful! You can follow Dr. Olele on Instagram here, Ifeanyi Olele DO, MBA, MS (@doctorolele) | InstagramIf you are looking for a psychiatrist here's a link to a directory APA - Static Header & Footer (psychiatry.org)If you are a loved one looking for resources to cope with a loved one mental illness here's a helpful link, Psychiatry.org - Helping a Loved One Cope with Mental IllnessIf you are a State of Michigan resident who need support on getting you relative or loved one mental health treatment who maybe of harm to themselves or anyone else please check out Kevin's Law members-Kevin's-Law.pdf (dwihn.org) Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

On this episode I was excited to learn more about the history of the African diet and understanding the connection on how food impact our mood. Ashley Carter, RD, LDN & Jasmine Westbrooks, M.S., RD, LDN, CDCES are knowledgeable registered Dietitian who added much value to this conversation! They are the founders of EatWell Exchange and their goal and accomplishments are educating communities of color on nutrition with a focus on culture.  With over 20k+ followers on Instagram their work is necessary and encouraging to the culture and the community of the African diaspora! Follow them on Instagram at Culture Focused Nutrition

Entrepreneurs lead a life making "Boss Moves" moving boldly and fearlessly however seldom do Entrepreneurs have this same mindset when it comes to their Mental & Emotional Wellness. Tamika Reeves, LPC-S and Owner of Transition Family Services talked about what Entrepreneurs faced on a daily basis and how they can incorporate practical life changes and choices to achievement more of an intentional balanced life. To learn more about Tamika and her staff visit her website transition family services or follow her on Instagram at Tamika Reeves MA LPC-S (@tamika_thetherapist) • Instagram photos and videos or if you're looking for a therapist Tamika created her very own therapist's directory for People of Color that can be found here at this website Therapist Directory - Find Therapists - Locate Therapy Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

Get your notepad and pencil ready people because Tiffany is taking us to school! Tiffany is a Licensed Psychotherapist and CEO of Uprooting Me where she teaches courses centered around social emotional skills, EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy and she also manage her clients through her private practice.  We often have the understanding when we are healing from trauma it's addressed from a mental and emotional aspect however during this conversation, we will also learn it should be addressed in a physical manner too. I loved learning how our body keeps score of the trauma we've experienced and how EMDR is a method that can be used to release that trauma from our bodies, this was fascinating to hear and learning the cultural history and ties to this modality makes it so much more enriching. After listening to this episode, I'm sure you'll leave with a renewed and open mind on how you approach your healing from your past or even present trauma, happy healing!If you want to learn more about Tiffany work, you can follow her on Instagram Tiffany | Licensed Psychotherapist | Ed-Tech Founder | (@tiff_tastic1) • Instagram photos and videos or on her website   Homepage | Uprooting MeDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

Generation Baby boomers, you matter, how can we show up for you, mentally and emotionally? Baby boomers are the emerging elders in our society born from 1946 to 1964 and they were subject to racial divide, socio economic impacts that resulted from that divide, disenfranchisement and even their own personal traumas with no space to acknowledge their own emotional needs or mental wellness. We often see a tough, dismissive or self-sacrificing exterior from our elders because they didn't have the space to honor themselves. This episode was delightful and refreshing to hear Dr. Nicole Cammack, PhD, CEO & President of Black Mental Wellness (Health | United States | Black Mental Wellness) who support this particular demographic in her practice provide a real transparent look on what she hears and sees from her clients. Gaining a greater perspective as well as practical approaches to support our Baby boomers can benefit us all! If you're looking for additional resources for the Baby boomers who are near and dear to your heart, here are a few,American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry - Improving Care in Aging Adults (aagponline.org)GoGoGrandparent | On-Demand Uber & Lyft Rides for Seniors Think You Are Too Old for Mental Health Therapy? (aarp.org)Black Mental Wellness, Corp (@blackmentalwellness) • Instagram photos and videosDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

Death & Loss are an inevitable part of life and with that comes grief that many don't understand let alone know of healthy coping skills to help them navigate through the grieving process. In the black community we pride ourselves on being strong and having grit based on our keen survival skills however we often forget how essential vulnerability is and necessary during the grieving process.  Dr. Mekel professional expertise and personal experience with grief gives light and understanding. Dr. Mekel explains what helpful and unhelpful grieving approaches look like (Mindful Grieving and Mindless Activities) when facing grief. I believe it so important to extend yourself self-compassion and honor whatever feelings come up for you when you are grieving this can be the most powerful yet comforting thing many can do to process grief in a healthy manner and as Dr. Mekel stated having a good supportive circle can be beneficial too! What stuck with me from this conversation was, awareness is the first step however intentionality & action lend itself to transformation! Dr. Mekel great words of insight! For resources check out Dr. Mekel website Dr. Mekel Harris | Memphis Based Psychologist (mekelharrisphd.com) and her Instagram Page Dr. Mekel Harris | Licensed Psychologist, NCSP, PMH-C, CAGCS (@drmekel) • Instagram photos and videos and Dr. Mekel book, Relaxing Into the Pain: Harris Ph.D., Mekel S. (amazon.com)Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

I couldn't wait to discuss Love & Marriage with Dr. Ally! In the black community there's a high regard and emphasis on marriage however understanding the history of marriage in black community will give you more context and a better understanding of what to consider before marriage and having a realistic perspective on what's to come and how to navigate through the inevitable changes and pitfalls that come with marriage.  Dr. Ally personable persona, knowledge and expertise as a Relationship Expert & Life Coach will give you a fresh perspective and better understanding on how you look at yourself, your marriage or ignite a new approach on handling better communication with your spouse.  To find out more about Dr. Ally check out her website and socials here Dr. Allycin Powell-Hicks | Twitter, Instagram, YouTube | Linktree and to learn more about John Gottman, Psychologist & Relationship Researcher that Dr. Ally mentioned check out The Gottman Institute website here The Gottman Institute | A research-based approach to relationships Are you curious about your attachment style? Take the quiz here The Attachment Project: Learn Attachment Theory from ExpertsDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

This episode was soooo enlightening! Charlett Hodge, LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor & NCC-National Certified Counselor was knowledgeable, experienced and passionate on the topic and the importance of the adolescent phase our children experience. This is a challenging phase for children and the parents however navigating through this stage can be less volatile if we have the resources and apply the knowledge to help us (parents) and the child(ren) navigate in a beneficial way.  Charlett shared thorough information that I can honestly appreciate and practical approaches and strategies when tackling this critical stage in our child(ren) lives.  I'm so appreciative of her time and dedication to our community at large, to learn more about Charlett and her work, here's her website Children and Teen Therapy | Tyrone, GA | OpenDialoguecc.com and the link she mentioned of the African American library where they have more than just books on parenting Books to ease the lives of African Americans | AfricanAmericanTherapists.com and a direct link through Amazon for journals for black women Amazon.com : therapy journal for black women (and black men too) Amazon.com : therapy journal for black men I hope you are enlighten as I was and able to implement some of the approaches Charlett shared.Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

Dia Hicks, Therapist, Clinical Supervisor, Professional Life Coach & Speaker did not disappoint on this episode as we talked about trauma, what trauma is, the causes and how it shows up in our bodies physically. This conversation was insightful and engaging, I hope this conversation resonates with you or someone you know that you can share this episode with, as I'm committed to sharing knowledge to our community to find courage, heal and sustain and maintain mentally and emotionally healthier version of ourselves!  To learn more about Dia Hicks and her practice here's her webiste, About | Healing Chair Therapy, LLC (healingchairtherapy.com) and you can always reference my website to find my social media pages and resources Safe Space With ShayDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider. (Please pardon the background noise during the recording of this episode)

I'm hoping this episode will bring validation, ease and comfort to black women who are or have suffered from the effects of postpartum. The alarming statistics of maternal health care in the African American community is a result of systemic racism. Jackie and I shared the importance of normalizing these types of conversations while also discussing signs, symptoms and approaches when showing up in these difficult moments for the women experiencing these challenges, in the end my goal is to educate and inform to normalize these types of conversations while offering resources to support and sustain an emotional healthy lifestyle.Here you can find more about Jackie Tyson, LCSW, and some very helpful information, Home | Kaluluwa CounselingYou can also check out my website for Postpartum resources, Resources – Safe Space With Shay Postpartum Support Helpline 1-800-944-4773 or text 503-894-9453Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

This episode was all that I expected and more, it's those vulnerable and transparent conversations that bring great dialogue and perspective that we can have within our community. My friends, Khalid Peterson & Krista Poole and I shared our different perspectives on dating and being in a relationship in 2022 and even challenging the status quo on what dating really look like in a realistic way. I love having conversations like this because it leaves a safe space to just be, I mean that's what mental and emotional wellness truly is, truly tapping in and honoring yourself too just be! I hope you enjoy this fun and engaging conversation as I did!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Safe Space with Shay guests do not reflect or is not indicative to the opinions of Safe Space with Shay these views are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, sexual orientation group or individual.

Love this episode because more often than not I feel like black men aren't the topic of discussion when it comes to mental and emotional wellness and them having a space to be humanized! Mr. Napoleon Harrington, LPC & Founder of Ambassador Counseling & Resource Group, PLLC - shared some very insightful knowledge on misperceptions that are often placed on black men and how we as a community can empower them and some practical self-care practices black men can implement in prioritizing their self-care to sustain their mental and emotional health. You don't have to be a black man to appreciate this conversation it was very enlightening for me as I hope it is for you! Don't forget to make sure you follow my pages Safe Space With Shay (@safespacewshay) • Instagram photos and videos on Instagram and Safe Space with Shay | Facebook on Facebook and also Mr, Harrington Instagram  Napoleon Harrington (@couragecounselor) • Instagram photos and videos or his practice website as noted above.Disclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.

In this episode Siedah Spencer-Ardis, MA, LMFT, Owner of Focus Therapy Clinic in the Metro Detroit Area, Marriage and Family Therapy | Focus Therapy Clinic | Birmingham, MI and I discuss the mental and emotional challenges black and minority women face in maintaining their relationships while also being attentive to themselves, this episode is packed with "gems" sound advice and practical tips on becoming a mentally and emotionally healthier woman, what an awesome topic to start Safe Space with Shay first season and first episode!Follow Focus Therapy Clinic on Instagram FocusTherapyClinic (@focustherapyclinic) • Instagram photos and videos and of course Safe Space with Shay Safe Space With Shay (@safespacewshay) • Instagram photos and videos  or on Facebook Safe Space with Shay | FacebookDisclaimer: Safe Space with Shay is not intended to be a therapy replacement or substitute, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your physician or your mental health provider.