• Mind Ya Mentals Season 2 episode #9 (part 1) ft. Dr. James Norris #IthembaCounseling #ChristLike

  • May 22 2023
  • Length: 50 mins
  • Podcast
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Mind Ya Mentals Season 2 episode #9 (part 1) ft. Dr. James Norris #IthembaCounseling #ChristLike

  • Summary

  • In this episode hosts Tim and Mal connect with Dr. James Norris, therapy and community activist from Los Angeles, California. Dr. Norris is a 38-year-old black man who grew up in the inner city of Los Angeles, California, in a single-parent household. Gun violence was a frequent occurrence in his neighborhood. Even though Dr. Norris was exposed to many negative experiences, his mother stressed to him that education would be the avenue to create a better life for himself. He was successful in obtaining his Associate of Arts degree from Los Angeles Valley Community College in a year and a half. He then received a football scholarship from Western Illinois University and completed his degree in Liberal Studies with a focus in education. Dr. Norris received his doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of the Cumberlands. His graduate training was a catalyst in helping him understand how his childhood experiences in Los Angeles County have given him a unique perspective on mental health for individuals, couples, and families. He understands how valuable mentors and counselors can be in providing a safe place where individuals, couples, and families can untangle from past suffering and venture forth with strength and hope. So please make sure to tune in, subscribe, share the episode, and mind ya MENTALS!!
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