Psychological Safety with Jamila Walker

Psychological Safety with Jamila Walker

December 8, 2025 · 35 min · Episode 33

About this episode

The episode discusses the need for mental health support and safe environments for Black women, particularly in leadership and entrepreneurship roles.

In this conversation between Jamila Walker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW, and Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams centers on why Black women, especially entrepreneurs and leaders, require dedicated mental health supports and environments of safety. The episode highlights the interplay between personal wellness, workplace culture, and equitable access to care, emphasizing that true equity demands more than access—it requires human-centered, relevant support that affirms both individual and collective experiences. The discussion also explores the persistent challenges of dehumanization, the critical need for community and belonging, and the importance of therapists with lived experience.

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