EXXXOTICA Seminar Series

Mental Health & Sexual Pleasure

Hosted by Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad

 

Unpacking the stigma around mental health through an understanding of the emotional, cognitive, and social aspects developed throughout the lifespan that can influence a person’s mental health. This talk explores how these factors damage relationships leading to dysfunctional practices in intimacy and higher rates of divorce. It provides solutions to heal and cope with trauma’s residue to fortify the foundation of a couple’s relationship.

 

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About the Speaker

Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad

Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad is a Psychotherapist, Licensed Family Therapist, and SC State Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland and Capella University. She is licensed in GA, FL, NC, and SC. Dr. Jeannelle is a board member of Charleston Hope; an organization that increases access to mental and behavioral health programs in Title I schools to enhance student well-being. As an adjunct professor at The Citadel in Charleston, SC, and Practicum Supervisor for Capella and Liberty Universities, she focuses on building a new generation of culturally competent clinical counselors.

 

Dr. Jeannelle was Foundation Fellow of Roper St. Francis Hospital and recipient of the Charleston Area Black Caucus “40 Professionals to Know” award. As a 2024 TEDx Charleston participant, Dr. Jeannelle challenges America to consider how racism impacts black intimacy in the structural, institutional and systemic complexities of cultural conditioning. Her recent book, Into-Me-See, explores the cultural and personal factors that can make it challenging for Black couples to develop and maintain intimacy while offering solutions that strengthen their unity.

 

As an international speaker, Dr. Jeannelle is sought after by podcasts and organizations on topics ranging from Mental Health and Relationships, Cultural Immersion and Humility, Emotional Intelligence and Resilience, Enhancing Intimacy, Personality Disorders, Military Trauma, Racial Anxiety, Sexual Wellness, and Depression, and much more. Dr. Jeannelle is a consultant on the hit show “Fatal Attraction”. She has been featured in Skirt magazine, Newsweek,Charleston magazine, and Vice magazine. 

 

Dr. Jeannelle has her finger on the pulse of the community’s mental and emotional health. In her private group practice, TMI Counseling and Coaching, they assist individuals, families, and couples in rehabilitating, repairing, and revitalizing their commitment to authentic living to build healthy relationships and vibrant communities. She is compassionate, direct, and unapologetic in helping clients overcome their challenges. Her spiritual experience and evidence-based therapeutic approach are a hallmark of allowing you to change your life trajectory.

 

A native of Maryland, she now lives in Charleston, SC with her dog Jade. Dr. Jeannelle has two incredible daughters and a loving partner.

Dates and locations

  • Miami, FL
    Jun 27, 2024 – Jun 29, 2025
  • Chicago, IL
    Apr 11–13, 2025

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