Black Fatherhood, Trauma & Truth: Sam Simmons on 17 Years of Healing

In this powerful episode of For Your Health, host Dr. Ronda Marie Chakolis-Hassan sits down with Sam Simmons, licensed therapist and founder of the Black Men Healing Conference, now in its 17th year. This year’s conference theme—Black Fatherhood—opens up a bold, necessary conversation about trauma, parenting, and the emotional legacy passed down through generations.

Together, Dr. Ronda and Sam explore:

• The origins of the Black Men Healing Conference
• How male trauma shapes behavior, relationships, and fatherhood
• The impact of parenting through fear and punishment
• The language we use around family—like “baby mama” and “baby daddy”—and why it matters
• How to support and elevate the voices of present, engaged Black fathers
• The role of co-parenting, emotional presence, and intergenerational healing

You’ll also hear about this year’s featured guests:

• Anton Johnson – Keynote speaker on father engagement from prenatal care onward
• Dr. Nathan Chomilo – Speaking on trauma-informed health equity
• Alicia Price – Advocate for co-parenting and author of The Lessons I Didn’t Learn from My Father

Whether you're a father, community worker, mental health professional, or ally—this episode offers wisdom, truth, and hope.

🔗 Learn more or register for the 2025 conference at www.brothershealing.com

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