In this conversation, Emili and Clementé Love have a dynamic conversation that focuses on the importance of advocacy and empathy in addressing racial issues on campus and in society. It highlights the need for individuals to care about and support marginalized communities, even if they don't personally know someone from that community.

They highlight the need for black women to have access to culturally competent and supportive care during pregnancy and childbirth. Clementé shares her journey of becoming a doula and the challenges she faced, including the need for business knowledge and networking.

They also discuss the impact of systemic racism on black women's healthcare experiences and the importance of advocacy and voting for better healthcare policies. Clementé emphasizes the role of doulas in providing resources and support to ensure that mothers' needs are met and they have a positive birth experience.

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Instagram: @clemthedoula

TikTok: @clemthedoula

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Website: https://www.iowablackdoulas.com

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In this episode of the Black. Girl. Iowa. podcast, host Emili shares a personal check-in, discussing her recent life transitions, including a job change, returning to therapy, and completing her graduate program. She emphasizes the importance of mental health and self-care, particularly in light of the challenging social and political climate.

Emili also introduces her upcoming reading challenge for 2025, aimed at promoting diverse authors, and expresses her commitment to creating more content that empowers and advocates for Black women.

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Dr. Jasmine Ross is a licensed psychologist, and owner of Essence Psychological Health Services in Houston, Texas. In this episode, she shares her experience growing up in the Bronx and the unique aspects of being a New Yorker. She discusses the impact of her annual visits from her cousins in Iowa and how it challenged her to think about life outside of New York.

Dr. Ross also talks about her journey into psychology and her passion for understanding why people do the things they do. Additionally, she shares how her personal experiences have shaped her professional work and ability to connect with her clients. In this dynamic conversation, she also encourages individuals starting their mental health journey to envision the version of themselves they want to be and to seek out therapists and resources that align with their goals.

Where to find Dr. Jasmine Ross

Website: https://www.drjasmineross.com or epsychhealth.com

Facebook: Jasmine Ross

Instagram: @dr.jasmineross

TikTok: @dr.jasmineross

Resources to find a Mental Health Professional

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com

National Latinx Psychological Association: https://www.nlpa.ws

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