Dr.Stacey Pearson-Wharton

Juneteenth is more than a holiday. It is a heartbeat, a reminder, a call to memory. It is the day we honor the moment when the last enslaved Africans in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free—two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It is a day that asks us to remember our history, to honor our ancestors, and to recognize the brilliance that has carried us through every storm. And Lord knows, we have weathered storms. In a time when white supremacy and xenophobia are...

Healing from racial trauma is a journey that many of us walk, often quietly and alone. But it doesn’t have to be that way. When we come together in safe spaces, we can begin to untangle the pain, share our stories, and find new ways to heal. I want to share with you how healing racial trauma can be nurtured through intentional workshops designed to support this process. These workshops are more than just meetings - they are places of hope, growth, and transformation. Understanding Healing...

Racism affects mental health deeply, especially for Black women who often face unique challenges at the intersection of race and gender. The emotional toll of discrimination, microaggressions, and systemic bias can lead to feelings of isolation and stress. Mindfulness offers a powerful way to manage these impacts by fostering awareness, resilience, and connection. The Survival Guide Group Cohort is a group coaching program designed to support Black women in moving from isolation to belonging...