Historical Trauma of Marginalized Communities And It's Impact On Mental Health

Jasmine Price, LCPC, LPC, holds a B.A. in Psychology from North Carolina A&T State University and an M.A. in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. At her essence, she is a dedicated therapist with a profound passion for guiding individuals from black, brown, and indigenous communities in their journey to heal from trauma.

Marginalized communities, including Black, brown, and indigenous populations, often harbor deep-seated mistrust of medical and mental health professionals. Exploring the roots of this mistrust can be challenging, as it requires confronting uncomfortable truths. A significant factor impacting the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of these communities is the fear of medical exploitation. While their complex history with medical trauma is well-documented, it remains largely unprocessed. Recognizing and addressing the impact of medical trauma on these communities is essential for their mental health, overall wellness, and healing. The responsibility for processing and addressing this issue falls on us as professionals who have taken an oath to "do no harm." To provide genuine support, we must validate their concerns, prioritize their mental and physical well-being, and be willing to engage in difficult conversations, confront our biases, and explore interventions not commonly covered in our professional training.