Pathway to Wellness

As 12% of the total US population and the most overrepresented at-risk demographic, Blacks/African-Americans are impacted by health disparities and mental health stigmas at a disproportionate rate, more so than any other demographic. 

The statistics also suggest that despite efforts to reduce disparities among race and class in the US, inequalities are increasing. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only contributed to the rise in numbers, but it is also shining a bright light on mental health and its impact more now than ever before.

We are seeking funding to expand our services providing educational opportunities about mitigating mental health issues, building awareness through workshops and webinars, and employing a staff to help others find the services they need to address their mental health concerns. 

With your donation, we will be able to help African-Americans prioritize their mental health and dissuade the disparities amongst one of the most at-risk demographics. 

Our team consists of three dedicated therapists: Moniek Richardson-Garside, LCSW,MBA, the founder of FitLife Wellness, a speaker, strategist and a consultant. Her areas of specialty include racial trauma, life coaching, depression/anxiety, weight loss and obesity, stress management, grief counseling, corporate wellness and employee assistance programs; Anita McCullough, LMSW, specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, stress management, school and work related stress, and grief counseling; and Danica Nestor, LMSW, LGSW specializes in working with black millennials and empowering young adult men and women through intentional therapeutic services.

We thank you for your support in our mission to breaking mental health stigmas one client at a time!