“I get you. I see you.” Meet the local experts working to destigmatize mental health conversations within the Black community

The desire to help others is the common denominator for these three local mental health experts who say there’s been a lot of progress, and there’s room for more. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As we continue our Black History Month coverage at 3NEWS, we visit a topic that for many, is not so easily discussed: mental health. It can be especially difficult if the resources to have those conversations are lacking in representation.  In this “On Your Mind,” 3News anchor, Leslie Adami, introduces us to the professionals right here in our community who are working to change the stigma and increase representation in the Coastal Bend and within the Black community. The importance of representation  In downtown Corpus Christi, you’ll find Crystal Kitchen’s practice “Healing in Motion Counseling Services” off of Mann Street.  The Corpus Christi native said she was always raised to be a helper, and over the last five years, she’s gotten to do just that through her profession as a licensed professional counselor and therapist.  Over those last five years, she’s seen a lot and heard a lot, including how she’s found by many of her clients.  “My experience is that, usually when people are looking for...