Dionne Powell

Dr. Dionne Powell, a contributor to the documentary 'Black Psychoanalysts Speak' and an expert in race and psychoanalysis, joins the conversation. She discusses how psychoanalytic defense mechanisms contribute to racism in America, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in therapeutic settings. The conversation also explores the historical traumas faced by the black community and advocates for open dialogue to address uncomfortable truths. Dr. Powell challenges listeners to confront denial and engage in discussions about race to foster understanding and healing.

Dr. Dionne Powell, a contributor to 'Black Psychoanalysts Speak' and an expert on race and psychoanalysis, joins the discussion on how psychological defense mechanisms underpin systemic racism in America. The conversation dives deep into the collective silence within the therapeutic community surrounding racial trauma, emphasizing the need for open dialogue. Strategies like denial and neglect are explored as major contributors to ongoing injustices, while engaging discussions on historical impacts and the importance of community in healing highlight the urgency for societal change.