Bernadette Joy Graham: A Journey of Healing and Heritage

By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter Bernadette Joy Graham’s life is a testament to the power of perseverance and purpose. As a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC), she has dedicated her career to helping others navigate grief and mental health challenges, drawing from her own deeply personal experiences. Whether through her private practice, her work […]

Movement is Medicine

A Mental Health Moment  By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC The Truth Contributor On a quiet Saturday morning, Brian tied his sneakers and stepped outside his apartment. Life had been heavy lately—school stress, family responsibilities, and the constant feeling of needing to be strong for everyone else. His doctor and counselor had both suggested exercise, […]

The Hidden Weight: Mental Health Challenges in Leadership for Black Leaders

A Mental Health Moment By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor Leadership often looks powerful, polished, and purposeful. But behind the scenes, many African American leaders—whether seasoned professionals or emerging young voices—are quietly battling mental health struggles that rarely make the headlines. For Black adults, stepping into leadership […]

   Suicide Prevention Awareness

A Mental Health Moment By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, LLC The Truth Contributor September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the serious issue of mental health, raise awareness, and offer support to those struggling in silence. Within Black communities, this topic is especially important, as we face unique challenges that […]

   July Is Black Mental Health Awareness Month

A Mental Health Moment By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, LLC The Truth Contributor — a time dedicated to spotlighting the mental health challenges uniquely affecting the Black community. As a licensed clinical mental health therapist, I witness firsthand how deeply systemic inequities, generational trauma, and social pressures impact the emotional well-being of Black individuals […]