“Can We Talk?” was formed by two friends and a therapist, after recognizing the need “seasoned” (ages 55+) Black women have for support as they journey through life.
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Dr. Darla Timbo Psy.D., LPC is a professional psychologist, licensed professional counselor, and owner of Atlas Counseling Services located in the East End of Pittsburgh, PA. She has over 15 years of experience in the field of psychology and counseling, including leadership experience and research.
Within Atlas Counseling Services, Dr. Timbo primarily serves underrepresented groups of people, including but not limited to, Black clients, transitional age clients, and clients who are recently released from incarceration.
In addition to owning and managing her private practice, Dr. Timbo Currently services as Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Psychology at Penn West University - California University Campus, where she teaches in the undergraduate psychology program. Dr. Timbo’s research interests include multiculturalism, diversity, Black client’s response to mental health treatment, and client outcomes in counseling settings.
Dr. Darla Timbo
Meet the Facilitator
I am Rosalyn (“Roz”) Freeman, President of MK3 Human Resources Consulting, a career Human Resources professional. I have 25+ years of experience working in non-profit and community health organizations within rural, suburban and urban communities. I have had a long-standing passion for D & I and holds a certificate from Cornell University’s Diversity and Inclusion for Human Resources Program.
I use the scope of my HR and D & I experience to facilitate an understanding of diversity among teams, attract diverse talent to key positions and works with management to correct issues while proposing policies/procedures to remove barriers in achieving diversity and inclusion goals.
I am most proud of serving as a Board member of Light of Light Rescue Mission. I am a Consultant for the Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management.
Rosalyn “Roz” Freeman
Meet the Co-Coordinator
Born and raised in Pittsburgh. Attended American University and Point Park University majoring in Government and Public Administration. I spent over 20 years in Program Development and Management with a non-profit re-entry program for parolees from county, state, and federal corrections for both men and women.
During the Pandemic mental health became close and personal. I lost friends not only to COVID but suicide due to the isolation. I also struggled and found there were few outlets or areas for help for women of color and especially for those of us at a seasoned age. Working in healthcare now, it quickly became apparent there were no informal services that would help address the stigma of Mental Health in our community.
Re-uniting with an old friend who had returned to the area opened the door for the development of “Can We Talk?” Working on this project has become a passion as well as a life saver.
Claudia Asbury
Meet the Co-Coordinator
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“Can We Talk?” has been a wonderful group. There is usually a topic, but sometimes it depends on how the group flows. We talk, cry, laugh, hug, encourage each other, and let’s not forget the food. I look forward to the meetings once a month and will miss everyone when our time is over.”
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“As black women, we need to be able to share our concerns with each other and support each other at the same time. We need to be able to talk about our life experiences, knowing that we are not alone. I believe that workshops such as this can help us learn and grow, as well as free us.”
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“Sometimes you don’t know what you need until it's presented to you. The safe haven of sharing your pains, joys, confusion, and experiences in a supportive and non-judgmental environment helps ease the daily struggles experienced. That is what “Can We Talk” has done for me.”
