Lorenzo Lewis

Lorenzo Lewis, the founder of The Confess Project, shares his remarkable journey from a troubled childhood to creating a mental health movement that impacts over 3 million people annually. He discusses the innovative idea of training barbers and beauticians as mental health advocates, turning barbershops into community hubs of healing. Lorenzo emphasizes the urgency of breaking mental health stigma, especially in Black communities, and the profound connections formed through everyday conversations, showcasing how simple actions can lead to significant change.

Lorenzo Lewis, founder of The Confess Project, is on a mission to reshape barbershops into mental health havens. He discusses how barbers can become frontline allies for Black men's mental health by facilitating important conversations. Lorenzo shares his own journey, from growing up with incarcerated parents to transforming his life after a gang-related incident. The discussion highlights the vital role of barbers in providing emotional support and addresses the stigma around mental health, ultimately envisioning an inclusive ecosystem for diverse communities.