It’s still Minority Mental Health Month, and while the calendar may eventually turn, the challenges faced by our communities don’t fade with the date. This month exists to name what has too often been overlooked: the quiet battles fought behind smiles, the generational pain swept under the rug, and the brave journeys of healing that deserve to be honored and heard. One of the people doing that work—both in practice and in presence—is Najamah Davis, LCSW, LCADC.
With over 15 years of experience, Najamah is more than a psychiatric social worker—she’s a truth-teller, a safe space, and a healing guide for children, adolescents, and women navigating the layers of trauma, identity, and survival. Her certifications in trauma, school social work, and violence against women and children speak volumes, but it’s her lived experience that gives her an even deeper well of compassion and clarity. She doesn’t just understand the statistics—she understands the silence that often surrounds them.
When asked what inspired her to enter this field, Najamah didn’t hesitate.
“I was inspired by a desire to be a voice for those who often go unheard,” she shared, “and to help people heal beyond the surface—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.” That mission feels especially urgent this month, as we pause to reflect on what minority mental health really means in a world that still struggles to see us fully.
Najamah doesn’t mince words about the realities.
“Minority communities often face stigma, limited access to care, systemic racism, and the generational impact of trauma, all of which complicate mental health needs.”
And while those complications are heavy, she also believes in tangible solutions. Culturally competent care, increased representation in the field, and honest, ongoing conversations—these are not optional luxuries. They are essentials if we’re serious about true equity in mental wellness.
This month may serve as a spotlight, but Najamah’s work is a steady light in a space that desperately needs it. And the truth is, if we want to make real change, that light can’t dim when August arrives. Minority Mental Health Month is not just a cause—it’s a call. A call to support, to understand, and to build systems where healing isn’t a privilege, but a possibility for everyone.
For those seeking culturally grounded support, Najamah Davis offers her services through ND Counseling Services.
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