Man…anger is a bitch! It’s one of those emotions we are all familiar with and yet it’s one of the most difficult emotions to manage. Not only that, we tend to pile shit on top of shit we don’t deal with in the first place and wonder why we explode on others who really haven’t done anything to us! You don’t have to hold on to that anger y’all…we can learn to let it go. Listen along as I go over a couple of coping mechanisms, several I’ve mentioned before…it doesn’t help to get a reminder every no...
Jul 23, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 35
You ever get tired of talking down to yourself? You ever think you only do things the wrong way or that you ain’t shit because you don’t have who or what you want? This is the episode for you! Let’s change all that shit around with the power of positive self-talk! Be sure to check out our YouTube Page (The Dope Black Therapist) and if you’re in North Carolina, you can register for the men’s support group at www.thedopeblacktherapist.com.
Jul 08, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 34
What is going on everybody? Lots of things have been happening since the last time we talked. I attended my first Juneteenth and Pride events and man did I learn so much! Listen as I discuss both events and how they impacted me. Be sure to check out my YouTube page, https://youtube.com/@thedopeblacktherapist follow me on IG at https://instagram.com/the_dopeblacktherapist?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== or visit my website: www.thedopeblacktherapist.com for speaker and workshop requests.
Jun 25, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 33
I lost my Aunt Lacine earlier this week and I’m still wrapping my head around it. She was an amazing woman who brought so much love, joy, and happiness to those around her. My heart hurts for my grandma, my cousins, my aunts, and my uncles with her loss. I love you Aunt Lacine. Please, love on your people…
Jun 11, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 32
It’s been 2 years since my brother has been gone and it doesn’t get any easier. Listen as me and my cousin Binky discuss our relationship with my brother, Linden, grief, and how we manage our emotions during these difficult times.
May 28, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Mother’s Day episode celebrating all of the moms of the world :)
May 15, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 30
What’s going on everybody?! You ever have a shitty start to your day and then it ends up being awesome? That’s what happened to me this past weekend. Listen as we discuss a shitty start to the day, what I did to manage it, and how it ended up being one of the best days ever! Fellas, we are having a men’s group on May 4th from 8-9pm and it will be virtual! Head over to www.thedopeblacktherapist.com, click on men’s group, and register today! Also, Becoming The Dope Black Therapist is available on ...
May 01, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 29
What’s going on everybody? Have you ever been sick and tired of being sick and tired? Listen as we discuss where this quote comes from and how this can affect us. Also, we talk about what we can do to get out of this thought process. Don’t forget to pick up your copy of Becoming The Dope Black Therapist from Amazon Becoming The Dope Black Therapist https://a.co/d/h544hzE or you can come join me at the book signing on April 30th from 3-5pm at Cake Town Bakery at 903 N Smithfield Rd in Knightdale,...
Apr 16, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 28
What’s going on everybody?! I can’t front, I’ve been down for the past few weeks and I should be celebrating! There are times where we think people don’t care about what we do or what we accomplish and it’s really our own shit not allowing ourselves not to be great! Listen as we discuss ways to get out of that. Becoming The Dope Black Therapist is available for purchase Becoming The Dope Black Therapist https://a.co/d/aEinwqc There will be a book signing on April 30th from 3-5pm at Cake Town Bak...
Apr 01, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 27
What’s going on everyone?! I’m excited about this episode with him Army Sergeant Major Jermaine Crudup. Join us as we discuss mental health, masculinity, and the military in this episode. We hope you enjoy!
Mar 20, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Hey everyone! Join Blaise as he talks about growth and what that has meant for him over the past few months. How are you growing? Are you used to the safety net? Listen as Blaise discusses how he has grown over the past few months and what is coming for the future. Oh yeah…Becoming The Dope Black Therapist is available now on Amazon! Purchase your copy (paperback or Kindle) today! Becoming The Dope Black Therapist https://a.co/d/8rmBd32
Mar 05, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Heather Hill is a licensed funeral director at Renaissance Funeral Home in Raleigh, NC. She also moderates Death Café Raleigh. Heather has been in the funeral industry for 8 years now, and feels that her past careers in the healthcare field and traveling the world as a flight attendant has led her to this passion. The opportunity to work with families in their time of need is a calling and Heather takes a personal approach when helping families. She also advocates for green burial, end of life c...
Feb 19, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 24
We are excited to have Therapeutic Life Consultant, Sara Wilder on the podcast. Listen as we discuss, substance use, trauma, mindfulness, and a host of other topics. Website: www.sarawilderlcsw.com; IG: rightsize_perspective; the_dopeblacktherapist;
Feb 05, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 23
What is going on everybody?! Blaise just recently celebrated his birthday and took himself out on a little getaway for the weekend. Listen as he discusses why taking time for ourselves can be difficult and why taking that time can be beneficial for us. If you haven’t checked out the website, please do at www.thedopeblacktherapist.com and follow us on IG @the_dopeblacktherapist. Remember that you’re loved, you’re valued, and you’re dope as hell!
Jan 22, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Happy New Year!! I hope that your new year is off to an amazing start. Listen as Tai Caldwell, aka Tai Connects, joins me as we talk about resiliency, wellness, and mental health. Tai will be hosting The Power of Focus on February 5th which is a 6 week webinar series. Please visit her website at www.hike2connect.com to register for the webinar series and/or to signup for a hike with the awesome Tai Connects! Feel free to reach out at bharris@thedopeblacktherapist.com with questions, comments, or...
Jan 08, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Why is it so easy to point out the bad things and/or mistakes that we or others do, and difficult to point out the good? Listen as Blaise discusses how acknowledging the good things in our life can prove beneficial to our well being. Thanks for rocking with us all year! We are going to be doing some even greater things in 2023!
Dec 11, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 20
This week, Blaise talks to Artist and LCMHCA, Lamar Whidbee. Listen as we discuss grief, trauma, art, and discuss his upcoming exhibit, Thanataphobia. The opening reception for Thanataphobia will take place on December 16th from 6pm-9pm at The Durham Art Guild Gallery at Golden Belt located at: 800 Taylor St. D in Durham, NC. Be sure to visit his IG at afro_picasso. Also, follow us on IG at the_dopeblacktherapist.
Nov 27, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to surround yourself that are operating on a higher frequency than you are? Join Blaise as he discusses growth by interacting with people that are on the same frequency and/or higher and how that can help you build more. Change doesn’t have to be scary or difficult.
Nov 13, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 18
On this episode, Blaise discusses how he wants to break the stigma of mental health in Black men and also in his community. Listen as he discusses giving back while also maintaining boundaries.
Oct 30, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This episode, Blaise talks about burnout and how it is affecting him. He discusses the things that has burned him out lately and give you some tips that you can use to avoid burnout.
Oct 16, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 16
The term YOLO (you only live once) is a phrase that many of us use to go after what we want. A friend of mine introduced a new term instead, YODO (you only die once) but you live every day! Listen as Blaise talks about how he is trying to incorporate YODO into his lifestyle.
Oct 06, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Have you ever found every reason possible not to say yes to something? Don’t feel bad, you’re not the only one. There’s a risk in saying yes and we want to be sure that we don’t do anything to jeopardize our safety. Join The Dope Black Therapist as he talks about times that he has said YES and how that has worked out for him.
Sep 18, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Hey everyone! On this episode, Blaise is going to talk about his father/son weekend. There were some lessons taught, some lessons learned, and an overall good time. What are some things that you love about being a parent? Be sure to share them with me: blaise@thedopeblacktherapist.com.
Aug 09, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Hey everyone! Sorry for the hiatus, but I promise to get back on a regular schedule and provide more episodes. This week, I talk about fitting in. Do we need to fit in? Is it difficult? Is it better to stand out and do your own thing? All of these questions and more will be answered in this episode. If there’s a topic that you would like to discuss, hit me up at blaise@thedopeblacktherapist.com. Enjoy the show!
Jul 31, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 12
This week, Blaise talks about letting things go. How often have we been told that we need to let things go? What does that look like? Do you know how? Listen in as Blaise talks about how he learned how to let things go and move forward.
May 15, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Are you tired of always being the strong one? What do you do to cope with it? Who can you call? If you ever wanted to know how to deal with everyday stress, join me on May 14th at the Green Rd. Community center in Raleigh from 1-3 4201 Green Rd. Raleigh NC. The cost is $25 per person and space is limited so signup today! https://square.link/u/yJtU93G4?src=sheet
May 01, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
On this episode, Blaise will be discussing anger and when/if it is ever appropriate to be angry and how do we let that anger out? Let us know what you think and reach out at: blaise@thedopeblacktherapist.com
Apr 17, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Are you living or are you just existing? Is there a difference? Listen as Blaise talks about how he went from just existing to living. Enjoy the show!
Apr 03, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This is a quick episode that lets you know what you should and should not do when you have a friend that is a mental health counselor. This is just from my perspective, other therapists may feel differently. Enjoy the show!
Feb 05, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Kris is a chef and writer here to share how he handles anger, setbacks, and responsibility. Listen in as he discusses his journey with mental health.
Jan 09, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 6
