The South Asian Connection
Addressing issues in the South Asian community. Join me as I talk to Anika Sharma and Nehal Tenany of the Woke Desi Podcast. We touch upon issues such as South Asian identity, mental health, and stigmatized topics in the South Asian community. These women are all about breaking barriers with addressing topics such as colorism, […]
My Conversation with Indian Matchmaking star Ravi Guru Singh
I sit down with Indian Matchmaking star Ravi Guru Singh to explore deeper issues around self-esteem, identity, and love. For those of you who saw the Indian Matchmaking show probably had an opinion on Guru. Reality television only shows us a snapshot of who a person is and can often take things out of context […]
Suicide Prevention Amongst Muslim Adolescents
Goals of Suicide Prevention Presentation- To help mental health providers conceptualize the treatment of Muslim adolescents who are presenting with suicidal ideation. Identify elements or factors that may be present in Islamic schools, Muslim communities, and Muslim families that may worsen suicidality in adolescents. To conceptualize potential resources for Islamic schools, Muslim communities, and Muslim […]
Beyond Color
We go beyond color with Zavel Philip, is a licensed professional counselor and licensed drug and alcohol counselor. Join me as I talk to her about racism, being an ally and mental health. She shares her insights on being a mental health provider and her work around racism in her personal and professional life. Check […]
Coronasomnia
Let’s talk about sleep issues during Coronavirus. Have you been having trouble sleeping during quarantine? Is it hard to stay sleep throughout the night? If you answered yes to either of those questions, then you are not alone. Many people have reported having issues related to sleep over these past few months. Issues with sleep […]
Holistic Nutrition and Mental Health
Join me as I speak with Elizabeth Miller. an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and the founder of Soulistic Nutrition. Soulistic Nutrition is a platform to share ideas and connect individuals looking to better themselves holistically. We discuss how physical health and mental health are connected and how we need to look at overall health as […]
Collective Trauma
This is a time when we are all experiencing collective trauma. We are dealing with the psychological impact of racism in this country after months of dealing with a pandemic. This trauma has been causing a lot of stress and anxiety and continues to have a negative impact on all of us. Join me as […]
Beyond Color with Tope Fajingbesi
Join me me and Tope Fajingbesi for a really important conversation about racism, being an ally, and mental health.
Coping with Grief and Loss during COVID-19 with Dr. Omar Shareef
Join Bisma Anwar, LMHC and Dr. Omar Shareef as they discuss grief and loss during Covid and the impact it has on our mental health.
Coping with Loss and Grief
During this pandemic we have had to deal with many losses. Some of have lost loved ones or acquaintances. Some of us have lost our jobs or means of earning a living. Some of us have lost our social supports and have to adjust to staying at home during quarantine. We have all dealt with […]