During this time of COVID, racial injustice, and election stress, it\u2019s especially important that we take care of our mental health. What do you do if your partner is also suffering mentally? If you\u2019ve discovered that maybe you need to take some time to yourself, how long should you wait before jumping back into a relationship? Pamela Smith, a licensed, professional counselor who specializes in working with Black women, girls, and couples, gives us some tips on how to spot depression in ourselves or our partners, how to communicate, educational materials for depression, and what\u2019s next for her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After working in insurance for over 20 years, Pamela Smith was inspired by her mentor, DeNette Vital, who is also a licensed professional Counselor-Supervisor, to become a licensed professional counselor herself. She prides herself in being able to create a safe space for black women and couples. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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