Celebrating Black Mental Wellness: Books & Podcasts to Inspire Healing

Black History Month is a time to honor the resilience, strength, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. It’s also a time to highlight the importance of mental health within Black communities. Systemic barriers, cultural stigmas, and historical trauma have often made accessing mental health care challenging, but many leaders are working to change that narrative.

Whether you’re looking for insightful conversations, practical self-care tips, or guidance on setting boundaries, these podcasts and books offer valuable resources to support mental wellness. From discussions on Black women’s self-care to tools for navigating racial stress, these voices provide encouragement, education, and empowerment. Let’s dive into some must-listen podcasts and must-read books that prioritize Black mental health.

Podcasts
Therapy for Black Girls

• Covers mental health, relationships, and self-care tailored to Black women.

The Black Mental Health Podcast 

• Discusses Black men’s mental health and emotional well-being.

Between Sessions Podcast

• Conversations about mental health, therapy, and self-care for Black and Latinx communities.

Books
“Set Boundaries, Find Peace” – Nedra Glover Tawwab

• A guide to setting healthy boundaries and improving relationships.

“The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health” – Dr. Rheeda Walker

• Helps Black individuals navigate mental health care and understand racial stress.

“Sisterhood Heals” – Dr. Joy Harden Bradford

• Examines the power of friendships and collective healing among Black women.