Hey everyone! I am working on launching a mobile app designed to help POC choose a health care provider that's perfect for them. If you are a person of color, you know that mental health isn’t treated appropriately in our community, in fact it’s usually ignored. Especially for the generations before us. The topic has carried particularly negative connotations. Unfortunately, it's easier to talk about drug or alcohol addiction than depression or anxiety. But in the past decade, the attitude regarding mental health within our communities is slowly changing and the acceptance of therapy is rising.

As a person of color myself, I know that we tend to distrust medical professionals. But what if you could speak to someone who looks like you, has had similar life experiences, or has the same cultural background? With this app, I plan to join forces with health care providers with the intention to make people of color more open and comfortable.

The main goal is to not only help people find a health care provider perfect for them, but to also create an open and honest space where we don’t have to be ashamed or embarrassed to speak our truth. The overall goal is to destigmatize and prioritize mental health.  

There are millions of people with a mental illness who are getting treatment and living successful lives. Help me help others join them and take control of their health.