Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed April Lancit.
- Founder of a private therapy practice focused on culturally sensitive therapy for Black and Brown communities.
- Main Topics:
- Cultural differences in therapy
- Challenges in modern relationships and marriage
- The impact of technology on human connection
- The role of therapy in addressing generational trauma and stress
- The future of therapy in the age of AI
💡 Key Insights 1. Culturally Sensitive Therapy
- April emphasizes the importance of therapists understanding the lived experiences of marginalized communities.
- Black and Brown clients often face unique challenges that require a nuanced, empathetic approach.
2. Modern Relationship Struggles
- Top issues in marriage therapy: finances, infidelity, and communication.
- Communication is often overlooked but is foundational to resolving other issues.
3. Technology & Disconnection
- The rise of remote living and digital communication is reducing opportunities for organic human interaction.
- Couples are increasingly using text messages—even within the same home—to communicate, which can erode intimacy.
4. Therapy as a Preventative Tool
- Therapy shouldn't be reserved for crises; it can be a proactive tool for personal and relational growth.
- Pre-marriage counseling is often skipped or done too late, missing key conversations about values, finances, and intimacy.
5. AI in Therapy
- April sees potential in AI as a supplementary tool but stresses it cannot replace the human connection essential to effective therapy.
🧠 Final Message
April encourages people to seek therapy not out of crisis, but as a way to grow and connect more deeply—with themselves and others. She remains hopeful that with intention and effort, society can rebuild meaningful human connections.
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