Should we add human emotion to AI? Ilya Sutskever argues emotion isn’t a flaw—it’s central to human decision-making, with logic often following emotion. Some think emotional AI could be safer and smarter. Others worry it could be more unpredictable. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult...

Just got back from Tokyo 🇯🇵 where I was part of the Sophia–ICU Joint International Symposium on the psychology of discrimination and social divisions. Grateful for the cross-cultural dialogue and global collaboration. Read more: dept.sophia.ac.jp/is/igc/detai...

Some parents are turning to microdosing to manage stress, but the evidence is limited and risks are often overlooked. I sat down with Today's Parent to further discuss. Check out the article here: www.todaysparent.com/family/paren...

Don’t overlook the CPA’s proposed by-law changes. Behind the language is a shift that weakens transparency and sidelines BIPOC leadership in psychology. Psychologists vote No. www.mentalhealthdisparities.org/cpa-proposal...

Children deserve more than survival; they deserve belonging, dignity, and love. Racism can leave invisible scars, but building cultural pride at home and naming the pain aloud can help children heal. No child should struggle just to feel wanted. americanmuslimtoday.com/details/91f9...

I am excited to announce that my book, Managing Microaggressions, is now out in Japanese! 🇯🇵 In just one week, I’ll be traveling to Tokyo to discuss the book, share my research, and lead the Racial Harmony Workshop. I can't wait! ✈️

The psychologist workforce in Canada is shrinking while mental health care needs continues to rise. Fewer providers means longer waitlists, higher burnout, and people left without access to support. Read the full piece here: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult...

I joined Dr. Linda McGhee to discuss why I developed the Unrest Questionnaire to help clinicians assess racial trauma, and how we can better identify OCD in diverse populations to ensure everyone gets the right care. Listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rxw0...

Many clinicians underestimate how often racial trauma shows up in practice. When we miss it, we risk misdiagnosis and harm. My on-demand course Treating Racial Trauma gives a clear framework, assessment guidance, evidence-based tools & 5 CMEs. app.tpn.health/education/tr...

What's in a name? Rethinking Who Can Be Called a Psychologist | #PsychologyToday psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult... @CPBAOntario @uOttawa

Psychedelic therapy is being hailed as a mental health revolution — but some communities are still left out. Black & Brown communities still face major barriers. Read more: sacobserver.com/2025/10/blac...

🌿I’m organizing a 9-day plant medicine retreat in Colombia, led by Dr. Joe Tafur together with my students from the University of Ottawa’s MA in Psychedelics program. 📅Feb 14-23 ✨A few spots remain for interested health professionals! Learn more here: modernspirit.org/uottawa-colo...

I’ll be joining the Black, Indigenous, and Racialized People Psychology Web (BIR) to discuss how recent CPA leadership actions could disempower sections. These decisions have consequences for racial justice in our field. Please join us Dec 3: us02web.zoom.us/j/8784747102...

I sat down with Sue & Ann on "Therapist Uncensored" for one of the most honest conversations I’ve had about white women, racial trauma, and what real allyship actually means. If you’ve ever wondered where to begin, this is the episode to start with. therapistuncensored.com/episodes/rea...

We’re hitting a ceiling with traditional PTSD treatment — especially for people of color. In my latest interview with CHUO 89.1 FM, I share the psychedelic research that’s finally breaking that cycle. share.transistor.fm/s/5f3bda76

Both of our clinics have a new online presence: websites, social accounts, but the same gold-standard mental health care. If you're interested in accessible, evidence-based treatment -- come visit us! www.bewellct.com

OCD is often misdiagnosed or mis-treated, but let’s change that. Join our 12-week online OCD Therapist Training (Behavioral Wellness Clinic), starting Feb 4, 2026. Gain real clinical skills in: • ERP • Y-BOCS-2 assessment • Exposure hierarchies & more bewellpsych.ca/services/ocd...

Ever walk into a room and feel like you’re not meant to be there? Sometimes the environment sends the message. You’ll never unsee this once you learn it. ↓ www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult...

Racial trauma is the emotional, psychological, and physical harm caused by discrimination, racial violence, and inequity. On the podcast "Talkative with T" I explored what it is and why it matters.🎙️ podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/8...

I’m looking forward to leading this 4-day training on treating racial trauma in beautiful Montego Bay this coming March! If you’ve been wanting to connect with this work, I hope you’ll join me: ebtrainingsolutions.com/event/2026-0...

Researchers recently uncovered a troubling mental-health trend in young women in Canada. Read the CBC article to find out more: www.cbc.ca/news/health/...

The Japanese edition of "Managing Microaggressions" is now available. It's exciting to see its benefits reach clinicians worldwide. Thank you to Nihon Hyoronsha for publishing! www.nippyo.co.jp/shop/book/95...

This year I had a conversation on the Psychedelic Medicine Podcast with Dr. Lynn Marie Morski. We discussed racial trauma through Psychedelic Therapy, an important and emerging treatment. You can listen to the full episode at this link. Don't miss out! www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUHx...

Earlier this year, I spoke with Nebraska Public Media News (NPR Nebraska) about a Nebraska mother’s call for accountability after her son faced racial bullying at school. Today these issues are still ongoing — and so is the work. Listen here: nebraskapublicmedia.org/en/news/news...

Check me out on this podcast - Roots of Renewal: Psychedelic Therapy for Black Women’s Well-Being. psychologyofblackwomanhood.com/post/psyched... #podcasting #EmpowerWomen

Finding a psychologist of colour shouldn’t be this difficult. Read my full article on Psychology Today: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult...

Racial bias in medicine is not limited to the United States; it’s a global problem that affects diagnosis, treatment, and patient trust worldwide. Read my full article on Psychology Today: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult...

We’re inviting participants to join us in Negril, Jamaica for a psilocybin retreat focused on healing. Participants will be asked to share their experiences through surveys on racial identity, discrimination, and connection. March 23–29, 2026 psychedelia-retreats.com

Join me for this upcoming webinar to examine issues of equity within the CPA accreditation process and explore how training programs can implement much-needed change in these areas. Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM EST Location: Zoom Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

The CPA’s proposed bylaw changes would strip Sections of their independence and silence diverse voices. This isn’t “routine governance”—it’s a move to consolidate power. Psychologists must stand up for equity and real representation. Please read and share. www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...

We’re inviting Black community members to share their stories about mental health, wellness & healing. Your voice matters — participate to shape more inclusive care. Sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Read more: lex18.com/homepage-sho...

Our latest paper, “Opening the Gate: A Call for Inclusion and Representation of Peoples of Colour in Canadian Professional Psychology,” is now out 🇨🇦 Researchers are challenging systemic barriers and calling for a change. Pre-print link here: www.monnicawilliams.com/articles/Fab...

Calling mental health and medical professionals! If you self-identify as White and work (or train) in clinical, academic, or counseling settings in Canada, the USA, or Germany, your perspective is needed for an important research study. Participate here: www3.unipark.de/uc/redim/

Join us for an honest conversation about the current state of psychology and the challenges impacting Black, Indigenous, and racialized communities in Canada. You won't want to miss it. - Friday, November 7, 2025 - 10:00–11:00 AM EST - On Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/j/8585213180...

Finally, someone is working on commonsense changes in Ontario - Wasted Talent Amid National Mental Health Crisis | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cult... @canadianpsychology.bsky.social

Join the conversation with me today at 3:30pm!

I’m running for Director, Representing Practice on the CPA Board of Directors. As a clinical psychologist, researcher, clinic director, and trainer, I bring 20+ years of experience in evidence-based and culturally-informed care. CPA members: check your inbox and vote! cpa.ca/board-nomina...

Psychedelic Science 2025 begins Monday, June 16. I’ll be co-facilitating Diversity & Cultural Competency in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy with Dr. Matthew Skinta—exploring how systemic oppression shapes the broader “setting” of care. psychedelicscience.org

May 29: A necessary conversation on psychedelics and racial trauma. Helpful, harmful—or both? I’ll be joining other experts to explore the research, realities, and risks. RSVP on Meetup. www.meetup.com/anti-racism-...

Did you know that incarcerated Black men were experimented on for decades? From 1947 to 1974, the CIA used and exploited Black men in studies to test psychedelic drugs for mind control. Want to learn more about our research project attempting to uncover the truth? Sign up below! shorturl.at/sUhA1

Girls and young women in Canada are facing nearly double the rate of mental health issues—yet fewer than half are getting support. I shared my thoughts on CBC’s coverage of the report. Watch here: www.cbc.ca/player/play/...

Join me for an experiential Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) training for clinicians that I will be co-leading with Dominque Morisano and Jordan Sloshower in Tolland, CT, August 21 to 24, 2025! ❤️😁 youtube.com/shorts/-52AN...

I am collecting data to see if BIPOC can heal from racial trauma through a psilocybin medicine retreat in Jamaica. If you know anyone with racial trauma, please share. They will get paid for completing surveys & we have scholarships for Black & Indigenous participants ❤️ youtube.com/shorts/2l7aO...

The Racist Legacy of Cold War Science youtube.com/shorts/ItGvJ... via @YouTube Join us as we discuss the human toll of secret government research from the past and the harms that bleed into the present creating community trauma Black bodies are not disposable. #racism #psychedelics #racialtrauma

Spoke on a psychedelics + mental health panel at The Psychotherapy Networker yesterday. We dug into ethics, equity, and the role of therapists in this evolving space. Grateful for the thoughtful conversation—and to see my book, Healing the Wounds of Racial Trauma, featured as part of it.

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After Hitler was elected Germany’s leader on Jan 30, 1933, he immediately put his close supporters in key govt positions and took emergency powers. In just 53 days, he legally gained control of the govt, then started persecuting opponents, religious and sexual minorities, and those who helped them.

Racial microaggressions harm more than just the target—they hurt their loved ones, too. Sandra’s story shows how witnessing subtle racism can evoke shame and frustration, but also inspire action. 🔗 Read the full article to learn how to be a stronger ally: lnkd.in/eicFTvj6 #RacialJustice #Allyship

Attention therapists: Join me in Jamaica! Let's talk about an anti-racist framework in mental health. Learn to address racial stress & trauma with evidence-based CBT techniques to empower healing and foster change. ebtrainingsolutions.com/event/2025-0...

Ever wondered what causes microaggressions? We conducted a study to find out. Watch the video to the end for insights—and tips on preventing them. For more, visit the STOP Bad Therapy link below! #STOPBadTherapy #MentalHealthAwareness www.mentalhealthdisparities.org/stop-bad-the...