Why Don't We Talk About This?
Why Don't We Talk About This?
Talking about Racial Trauma in the Workplace w/ Whitley Grant-Goodman, LCMHCS, LCAS
Whitley explores personal experiences with racial trauma in predominantly white institutions, addresing microagressions and navigating the importance of creating spaces for black women to validate experiences. She also speaks about the value of finding healing in their shared struggles, while also acknowledging the intersections of racial trauma with gender and education.
Guest Bio:
Whitley Grant-Goodman, LCMHCS, LCAS is a culturally competent therapist, entrepreneur, and speaker. She has practiced multicultural counseling for almost ten years. She is the founder and owner of The Melanated Space, PLLC. She helps people set boundaries, tackle self esteem issues, communicate assertively, and tackle generalized anxiety because of workplace trauma. Her philosophy is that you must pour into yourself first before you can pour into others. This is done by advocating for oneself and focusing on overall holistic wellness.
Contact/Socials:
Instagram: @whitleygrantgoodman
Email: info@themelanatedspace.com
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