Emblaze Family Therapy Inc.

06/19/2023

04/21/2023

Addressing and healing from trauma is hard work but it is necessary for those looking to shed fears from the past in order to thrive in the present.

It’s true that you must heal in order to grow, but you don't have to go at it alone. We can help.

Follow us and click on the link in our bio if you’re ready to work through your trauma in order to stride towards your success.

02/21/2023

To celebrate Black History month we're going to be introducing you to several black individuals whose contributions have forever changed the mental health industry for the better.

In this post we're going to focus on Inez Beverly Prosser, Ph.D.: The first female African American Psychologist.

Prosser was born in Texas near the end of the 19th century. She was one of 11 siblings. Her family, although poor, understood the value of a good education. However, because of their financial struggles they could only afford to send one of their children to college.

Prosser's older brother Leon was their parents' initial choice, but Inez and Leon were able to convince them to send her to college in his place. This proved to be an excellent decision. After receiving her college education, Prosser was able to send 5 more of her siblings to college. She would later assist several other black students in obtaining funds for college as well as graduate programs.

Inez eventually became an educator, dedicating 18 years of her life to teaching others, particularly black pupils in segregated schools. During her teaching career she observed that black students who were educated in segregated schools received better educations, developed healthier relationships, and performed better than black students attending integrated schools.

She taught during a time when the mistreatment of black individuals was widespread and socially acceptable and her findings helped to highlight the importance of positive black role models as well as black representation within our communities. (🔴It is important to note that despite her findings, Prosser acknowledged that segregation had overall negative outcomes for everyone involved.🔴)

Although her level of education and achievements were unusually high for black women of her day, they were short lived. In 1934, Prosser was tragically killed in a car accident, just one year after receiving her Ph.D.

Her career may have been short lived, but her dedication to equal access to higher education and improved mental health outcomes for African Americans continues to impact our lives to day.
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01/11/2023

Black and African American residents of Long Beach, you may qualify for free therapy!

▪️Do you live in the city of Long Beach?
▪️Are you Black or African American?
▪️Are you uninsured or underinsured?

If so, you may be eligible for 7-10 free individual, family, or couples therapy sessions.

For more information, please visit our website, click on the "Free Therapy" button, and fill out the contact form, or send us a DM.

This program is funded by The City of Long Beach Black Mental Health Program.

01/11/2023

Attention Black individuals, families, and couples living in Long Beach:

Check back in with us soon here for an exciting opportunity 👩🏿‍🦱🧔🏿!

01/11/2023

Are you Black or African American? Are you currently living in Long Beach? If so, stay tuned for some exciting news 🏖!

01/06/2023

Thank you for being a part of the emblaze family!

We look forward to helping you take back control of your situation so you can live the life you're meant to live.

Make sure to check in often as we will be sharing exciting news with you soon.

Follow us here and together we will work to shed light on your path.

01/03/2023

Hi, I’m Kelley Lewis, founder of Emblaze Family Therapy, Inc. I graduated from Pacific Oaks College in 2007 with a Masters Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy then became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in 2011.

Prior to opening my private practice, I worked in community mental health settings with severely emotionally disturbed children and adolescents then transitioned to working with severely mentally ill adults.

As I progressed in my career I began working with women with co- occurring mental health and substance use issues which afforded me to later work as a Clinical Supervisor /Clinical Director for a substance use treatment organization that provided inpatient and outpatient treatment for men and women with substance use issues and substance use treatment in a Juvenile Justice setting.

I have worked from the tip of California in Humboldt and down to the base in San Diego conducting assessments to assess adequate placement and services for those diagnosed with a mental illness.

I have had the privilege of treating Individuals from all backgrounds and age groups, with my youngest client being 3 and the oldest being 101 years old. Working with a diverse group of clientele over the years has allowed me to grow tremendously both as a psychotherapist and as an individual.

Throughout my years as therapist I noticed that most of the individuals I would see were affected by trauma that they were not aware of or minimized, and a lot of these individuals were people of color. Many experienced shame and guilt that prevented them from moving forward or getting unstuck, so I found myself informing them as to how their trauma and experiences affected their perception and behavior. This helped me decide to open my own practice so I could utilize training and skills that I acquired to treat trauma and stress related problems in a way that feels authentic to me.

Having an online presence allows Emblaze to tackle the stigmas around mental health and mental health care, making it more likely that those affected will reach out for help when it is needed. It also gives me the freedom to be creative, host Q&A sessions, YouTube content, and more.

12/22/2022

This time of year isn't always "merry and bright" for everyone. If you or someone you know is dealing with some tough thoughts or emotions this holiday season, reach out. We're here for you, 24/7/365, at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) 💚

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12/21/2022

Welcome to Emblaze Therapy⁣
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Emblaze: ⁣
1. To shine or illuminate⁣
2. To reveal⁣
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Follow us here and together we will work to shed light on your path.⁣