March 29, 2025

An Invitation from the Calabash Family. Dear Readers🥳, Mental health is one of the most essential aspects of overall well-being, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood. Every day, people ask themselves questions such as:Where do I begin when it comes to taking care of my mental health? What should I talk about in therapy? How do I manage the weight of anxiety, grief, or emotional overwhelm when life keeps moving? If you have ever asked yourself those questions, you are not alone. This blog exists to offer clear, supportive answers through the lens of psychoeducation. My name is Dr. Natasha Charles McQueen. My mission is to provide mental health education that is accessible, relevant, and rooted in truth. I do not offer therapy or treatment here. Instead, I offer knowledge, perspective, and tools that can help you better understand your emotions, your experiences, and your options for healing and growth. This space is for anyone who is trying to feel more in control of their emotional life. Whether you are new to conversations about mental health, supporting a loved one, preparing for therapy, or simply seeking clarity and peace, you will find something here that speaks to you. On this blog, you will find: Educational posts about emotional wellness, boundaries, stress, anxiety, grief, and trauma responses Reflections and coping tools that can be applied to everyday life Guidance for parents and caregivers navigating emotional challenges in family life Questions for self-reflection, growth, and deeper self-awareness, occasionally, poetry—because sometimes emotions ask to be expressed in language that is less clinical and more human Poetry allows me to communicate what facts and strategies sometimes cannot. It speaks to emotion, to memory, to the parts of ourselves that ache and heal in silence. My poems will appear throughout the blog as another way of encouraging reflection, hope, and connection. There is no fixed schedule for posting. I will share when it feels timely and purposeful. My goal is not to flood you with content, but to offer meaningful insights that support your journey. Mental health is a journey, not a destination. It is not always linear or easy—but you do not have to walk it alone. My hope is that this blog can be a steady resource when you need guidance, encouragement, or simply a moment to reflect. Welcome—and thank you for being here. .