Thema Bryant

Apr 23, 2024 | eomega.org | Thema Bryant

Indigenous Wisdom In many Indigenous cultures, when a person is distressed or despairing, the healer will ask them a variation of these questions: When did you stop singing? When did you stop dancing? When did you stop sharing and listening to stories? When did you lose connection? I invite you to consider this truth: Music is healing, movement is healing, speaking and bearing witness are healing, and connection is healing.

Feb 16, 2024 | deseret.com | James Clear |Thema Bryant |Gregory J. Boyle |Julia Cameron

Self-help books are resources that provide guidance for personal growth and overcoming obstacles. They cover a variety of topics, such as relationships, productivity, mindfulness and success. Through practical advice and inspiring stories, these books aim to empower readers to improve their lives and reach their full potential. I began reading self-help books in high school due to my own personal struggles and want of becoming better.

Oct 1, 2023 | apa.org | Thema Bryant

I’m proud to be the president of an organization that represents 146,000 psychologists while advancing psychology’s impact and horizons in the global arena. If we are going to be ethical in our approach to global psychology, we must address context. This means paying attention to history, politics, power, and culture.

Sep 2, 2023 | chapel.duke.edu | Thema Bryant

A leader in clinical psychology, Dr. Thema Bryant will speak on “Faith, Mental Health, and Community” on Tuesday, October 3, at 6:00 p.m. at Duke University Chapel. The event, presented as a public conversation with Duke Chapel Dean Luke A. Powery, is free and open to the public but requires a no-cost ticket to attend. Free parking for the event will be available in the Bryan Center Parking Garage at 125 Science Drive with ADA parking available in the surface lot at the same address.

Jul 1, 2023 | apa.org | Thema Bryant

As psychologists, we understand the importance of belonging: a deep sense of connection with people or place. When we belong, we feel seen, heard, valued, understood, and appreciated, and research shows it has positive mental and physical health benefits. As one who studies and has survived interpersonal trauma and the collective trauma of oppression, I am aware of the significance of belonging. With that in mind, I have made enhancing the sense of belonging at APA a priority.