Join us on Cultureful as Hakim Asadi, a Black queer therapist from Upstate New York, shares his journey of growing up queer in a religious community. He opens up about the challenges of navigating faith, family expectations, and shame, and how therapy, self-reflection, and community helped him embrace his authentic self.
This episode explores:
- Growing up queer in church and Black communities
- Overcoming internalized shame and stigma
- Finding authenticity, resilience, and self-love
- How childhood experiences shaped his career as a therapist and public speaker
If you’re interested in queer experiences, faith, identity, and mental health, this conversation is a must-listen.
Connect with Hakim:
- Website: HakimAsadi.com
- Email: hello@hakimasadi.com.
- Instagram: @hakimasadi_
Keywords: queer identity, LGBTQ+ mental health, Black queer therapist, faith and sexuality, overcoming shame, therapy journey, self-love, intersectional identity, queer stories
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