Mental Health Consulting
Rafiki Consortium, LLC
A group of mental health professionals specializing in improving interpersonal and intrapersonal communication within human systems.
We offer customized interventions to public and private agencies, educational and human service institutions, community networks, and religious institutions — facilitating better working relationships among all stakeholders.
Who We Are
About Rafiki
Rafiki is a Kiswahili word that means 'friend'. We see ourselves as friends of the community.
People are innately good
All people want the best for their families and communities
Communities know their needs
In a properly functioning system, everyone has a valuable role
Communities have inherent strengths that must be tapped
Empowered families make strong communities
Our Services
What We Do
Cross-Cultural Communication Facilitation
Rafiki specializes in facilitating cross-cultural communications, assisting stakeholders from differing backgrounds — classes, races, professions, genders, ages — to experience the common ground that is the basis for productive planning addressing the needs of all involved parties.
Learn moreCustomized Mental Health Interventions
We offer customized interventions to public and private agencies, human service institutions, educational organizations, religious institutions, and community networks that facilitate better working relationships among members of their stakeholder networks.
Learn moreEnriched Structural Family Therapy (ESFT)
ESFT is the centerpiece of Rafiki's family management and parenting skills trainings. It evolved out of the work of Henry Gregory, Jannette Meriweather Gregory, and Ross Ford — an enrichment of structural family therapy for real-world community settings.
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Featured Videos
Insights and conversations from Rafiki Consortium on mental health, community, and cultural competence.
An Introduction to Rafiki Consortium
Rafiki Consortium — Who We Are. Meet the team and learn about our mission to strengthen communities through culturally grounded mental health services.
How Culture Shapes Our Identity
An exploration of how cultural background influences who we are and how we relate to one another.
NTU Psychotherapy: An African-Centered Pathway to Healing, Culture and Wholeness
An introduction to NTU Psychotherapy and its African-centered approach to healing, cultural identity, and wholeness.
Mind Training and Homatherapy: Daan — Sharing of Assets in the Spirit of Humility
A discussion of mind training and the concept of Daan — the generous sharing of assets rooted in humility and community.
Mind Training and Homatherapy: Relaxation — A Necessary Good in an Overstimulated World
An exploration of relaxation as an essential practice for mental wellness in today's overstimulated world.
Mind Training and Homatherapy: Decision Making and Emotional Competence; Mind Body and Intuition
A deep dive into emotional competence, intuitive decision making, and the powerful connection between mind and body.
Mind Training and Homatherapy: Worthiness — Being vs Doing in an Achievement-Driven World
A reflection on self-worth, the tension between being and doing, and finding balance in an achievement-driven culture.
Mind Training and Homatherapy: Relationships — the Mirror of Your Inner Life
An examination of how our relationships reflect our inner world, and how mind training can deepen connection and self-awareness.
Biases, Beliefs & Assumptions: The Inner Work of Growth
An honest look at how our biases, beliefs, and assumptions shape our perceptions — and the inner work required to grow beyond them.
Cultural Competence: Facing Bias & Discomfort in Helping Roles
A candid exploration of how helpers and practitioners can face their own biases and discomfort to show up more fully for the communities they serve.
Everyday Culture: How Small Behaviors Reflect Deeper Beliefs
A look at how the small, everyday behaviors we take for granted are windows into our deeper cultural beliefs and values.
Part 1: The Living Legend in Conversation with Dr. DAW / Black Psychology
A landmark conversation with a living legend exploring Black psychology, cultural identity, and the foundations of African-centered mental health practice.
Part 2: The Living Legend in Conversation with Dr. DAW / Black Psychology
The continuation of a landmark conversation exploring Black psychology, cultural identity, and the foundations of African-centered mental health practice.
World Mental Health Week - 2022
A special presentation for World Mental Health Week 2022, exploring themes of community wellness, cultural healing, and mental health awareness.
Understanding Foundational Principles
An in-depth exploration of the foundational principles that guide culturally grounded mental health practice and community-centered healing.
NTU: Past Present and Future
A sweeping look at NTU Psychotherapy — its origins, its evolution, and its vision for the future of African-centered healing and community wellness.
Indigenous Psychology - Bowie State University
A presentation at Bowie State University exploring indigenous psychology and its relevance to African-centered mental health practice and community healing.
The Health Walk - Reframing Your Thinking Toward a Higher Purpose
A guided exploration of how reframing our thinking and aligning with a higher purpose can transform our approach to health, wellness, and community.
Surrender: Relinquishing Control for a Better Life
An exploration of the transformative power of surrender — letting go of control as a pathway to greater peace, purpose, and well-being.
Prioritizing Joy
A conversation on the importance of making joy a deliberate practice — and how centering joy can strengthen our mental health, relationships, and communities.
Narcissists Have Good Intentions
A thought-provoking look at narcissism through a compassionate lens — exploring how even those with narcissistic patterns often act from a place of genuine, if misguided, intention.
Pieces of Me - Book Signing and Discussion
A special book signing and discussion event celebrating Pieces of Me — an intimate conversation about storytelling, healing, and the power of sharing one's journey.
Healing Fires for the City
A powerful exploration of community healing — how we can kindle the fires of restoration, resilience, and renewal in our cities and neighborhoods.
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