Why is barbershop therapy so important for Black men?
With Mark Maciver
For many men they often feel unable to be as vulnerable and open with their thoughts and feelings as their female counterparts. This feeling of quiet isolation is only further exacerbated in the black community, but with mental health becoming more of a topic of conversation for black men than it's ever been before, more spaces for discussion and vulnerability are presenting themselves.
On this episode we will speak to Mark Maciver, to get his perspective as a barber and mental health advocate on why he feels many black men have such close knit relationships with their barbers, and really discussing how that trip for a shape up helps many manage their mental health and wellbeing.
Barber shop therapy is not a new concept, but one that is yet to truly be dissected and understood from the perspective of the 'therapist' himself.
- Hosted by
- Paige Lewin
- Special guest
- Mark Maciver
- About the guest
- Barbershop Owner, Speaker, Author and Mentor
- Sponsored by
- Fulham Scalp & Hair Clinic
- About the sponsor
- Fulham Scalp & Hair Clinic are the UK’s most experienced Afro Hair Trichologists. Based in London, treating both European and Afro hair and scalp conditions.
- Exclusive offer
- Use discount code TEXTURETALKS5 for 5% off your consultation fee
