Are you ready for an eye-opening conversation that challenges the way we think about mental health, medication, and the stigmas that still persist in our communities? In this powerful episode of Thrive by The Rising Muse, hosts Naty and Veda sit down with the incredible Dr. Ronda Hampton, a clinical psychologist, advocate, and co-founder of REACH for Mental Health Awareness.
From breaking down mental health misconceptions in faith communities and communities of color to understanding when medication might be necessary, this discussion dives deep into the realities of therapy, healing, and the barriers that keep so many from seeking the help they need. Dr. Hampton shares her personal journey, her advocacy work in missing persons cases, and her passion for educating children through the Skool Kids book series.
💡 Did you know that antidepressants aren’t addictive? Or that abruptly stopping medication can have serious consequences? We tackle these myths and more, providing the real facts behind mental health treatment and how we can support those in need.
🔹 Why is therapy still stigmatized in many communities? 🔹 How can we redefine the role of mental health professionals? 🔹 What’s the truth about antidepressants and dependency? 🔹 What happens when someone stops taking their medication without supervision? 🔹 How can faith and mental health coexist?
This episode is packed with insights, raw honesty, and much-needed truth. Whether you or someone you love has struggled with mental health or you simply want to be part of the solution in changing the conversation, this is one you can’t afford to miss.
Dr. Ronda Hampton is a highly respected clinical psychologist based in California. She’s the co-founder of REACH for Mental Health Awareness, a nonprofit that assists families searching for missing loved ones while also working to spread awareness about mental health. You may also know her as a strong advocate for justice in the case of Mitrice Richardson, a young woman who went missing in 2009. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Hampton is also the co-producer of Lost Compassion: The Mitrice Richardson Story, an award-winning documentary, and the author of Amber Goes Missing, a book aimed at educating children about personal safety.
You can reach Dr. Hampton on TikTok and IG
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