The Dude Therapist

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On this episode of 'Dealing with the Struggles', podcast host Eli Weinstein and guest Minaa B dive deep into the importance of acknowledging and normalizing our struggles without shame. They discuss toxic productivity, the impact of social media on well-being, and the need for mental health support in workplaces. Minaa B, a licensed social worker, shares insights on self-acceptance, trauma healing, and the power of genuine human connections. Tune in to discover how self-care can lead to community care and healing in this captivating conversation.

Bio:

Minaa B. is a licensed social worker, mental health educator, and author of Owning Our Struggles. A former psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma, Minaa has worked in various mental health industries, including early childhood in NYC Early Head Start programs, private practice, and community mental health. She obtained her graduate degree in social work from New York University.

Minaa is also a wellness coach and the founder of Minaa B. Consulting, a mental health consulting practice that helps organizations develop psychological safety. As a mental health educator and coach, Minaa emphasizes the connection between mental health and social justice. She teaches individuals how to foster self-efficacy and enhance emotional resilience through community care. This approach acknowledges the impact of relationships in facilitating personal and societal change and assists individuals in establishing supportive and healthy connections.

In addition, Minaa is the host of the Verywell Mind podcast, runs an advice column called Free Therapy for Cosmopolitan magazine, and is a member of the Mental Health Advisory Committee for Wondermind, a mental fitness company co-founded by Selena Gomez. As an expert in her field, Minaa has been featured in various media outlets, including Red Table Talk, Peace of Mind with Taraji, Oprah Daily, and Katie Couric Media, among others. Minaa currently resides in New York City.

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