Jillian Pelzer, LPC, joins T-Kea and Jordan to share her connection to suicide which influenced her to pursue a career as a therapist. She also discusses the creation of low-cost support groups to provide accessible treatment.
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SPOTLIGHT
Ian Alexander, Jr., son of Ian Alexander, Sr. and Regina KingJanuary 19, 1996 - January 21, 2022
RESOURCES
NAMI Family to Family: Free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions
NAMI Family Support Group: Free support group led by family members of individuals with mental health conditions
Search NAMI.org to find a chapter in your area
Resource Sheet: https://www.blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org/_files/ugd/c79b52_8baa68adc228487d9906b12722f86b61.pdf
“Suicide isn't losing a battle to live. It's losing the epic fight against a mind that begs you to die.” – Jennifer Betts
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