Filling in the Gaps: CSA’s Commitment to Mental Wellness

While organizing and starting up CSA, we were cognizant of a major gap that is commonly left untouched in the black community. That empty space is mental health and wellness. To combat that, we brought aboard our Wellness Counselor, Davon Bryan.

Bryan is a Washington DC native who attended the College of Southern MD where he pursued a degree in business. It was not until years later, after working in the finance world, he realized his true passion. “In 2014 I recognized and embraced my passion for working with individuals who face developmental challenges and that is what motivated me to pursue a role as a Mental Health Clinician in the DC area” Bryan shared with CSA.

As a Certified Mental Health Clinician, Bryan works with individuals with co-occurring disorders, as well as developmental challenges. He provides supportive services to aid individuals to explore challenges, solutions, and resolutions; in addition to coping skills, resources, and advocating on their behalf. His notable deep compassion for showing-up for the individuals to which he serves, contributed to various MVP and Team Player Awards at his current place of work, Umbrella Therapeutic Services.

Bryan shared his thoughts on CSA and his role, “I respect the work CSA is doing and the deep passion that is shared with for the students we serve. My first-year experience with the organization and its’ scholars was truly empowering. The scholars are extremely driven and I saw an opportunity to help grow them as they embark upon their own paths.”

We are excited to have Bryan on board as we continue to strive to elevate our scholars and giving them a much-needed outlet that is not always available. Click on our “CSA Team” page to dive into more detail on Bryan’s role and background.

Over the next coming weeks, our “Black Voices Blog” will be releasing a think piece on mental health in the black community, particularly for those students transitioning from high school to college. Stay tuned, this will be a good one.