I would like to introduce you all to Chelsea Glover-Jordan! She is a licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in both Washington, D.C., and Maryland. She is the owner of 3 Roads, a group psychotherapy private practice. Chelsea is also an author with a passion for writing. She recently published a guided journal focusing on the challenges of being a black mother and a self-help memoir, which entails her most intimate spaces and the adversities she faced while maneuvering this world as a black mother. She learned how to overcome adversity, and now she’s using her experiences to empower others. Being a black woman and a black mother in this world is challenging, to say the least. Chelsea’s work is so necessary and imperative for the betterment of us. I received the opportunity to interview her! Check it out below! 

Can you take us back a little and tell us what led you to become a social worker? 

First, let me take this opportunity to thank you for allowing me to be a part of your platform, Linnea. I appreciate the work you do and the way you strive to inspire others.

Hello everyone, my name is Chelsea Glover-Jordan. I am a Clinical Therapist in Washington, D.C., and Maryland. I have over 10 years of Social Work experience ranging from Child Welfare to now, private practice. I specialize in postpartum mental health issues in women. Advocating and educating others about the plight [black] women endure as a result of being a mother and, essentially, being a child in a black household is my passion. I have firsthand experience, and I would not be the person and mother I am today if it were not for those experiences. Because I have been able to overcome so much adversity, I want that for women who look like me. I went into social work to be a change agent to as many women as I can while they hopefully heal their inner child to be the best versions of themselves possible.

Let’s talk about your business, 3 Roads. What’s the inspiration behind the name?

I wanted the name of my business to have personal meaning, meaning that speaks to my beliefs. The number 3 symbolizes a complete cycle in some cultures. It represents abundance and success. With regard to mental health, the 3 in 3 Roads symbolizes the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit (or soul) and how they all work together to create a complete and whole person. It is important to maintain and balance all 3 to be your highest self.

What does it entail, and what services do you offer?

At 3 Roads, we offer individual, family, and couple’s therapy. We also offer private practice coaching and clinical supervision. Most recently, we have added 1:1 services such as yoga, sound healing, meditation, and transformative coaching. On a macro level, we offer speaking and presenting packages. 

When it comes to our community, some people shun the word therapy, let alone what it means. What are your thoughts on how imperative therapy is in general when it comes to life maintenance, quality of life, and just overall maintaining our well-being? 

Historically, within the black community, “therapy” was taboo and stigmatized. Within the most recent generations, therapy has transitioned from being synonymous with “bad” and “unnecessary” to being synonymous with “self-care” and “necessary”. At some point in everyone’s life, therapy is warranted, whether to process trauma, loss, transition, or simply for maintenance and neutral insight. Therapy is not a dirty word, and considering the generational trauma as a whole our community has experienced and continues to experience, self-reflection and progression is necessary more than ever. Therapy will help with this. Going to therapy to improve your mental and emotional well-being needs to be as normal as going to your medical doctor when you feel physically sick or become physically injured.

I understand that you love to write, which is amazing! I’ve read some of your blogs about the adversities that we face as black women living in this world. I could relate deeply, as they are very relatable. What advice would you give to your younger self and/or other younger black and brown girls out there who don’t yet know what lies ahead through the lens of a black woman trying to survive the adversities of this world?

Don’t play small! There are people expecting you to fail or fall short simply because you are a black woman or because you may come from a background of adversity. In order to be counted in, you have to first count yourself in, and even if you feel scared, do the thing! You’d be surprised by the things you will exceed in, if you simply make the conscious decision to just do it. Keeping in mind, if you fall short of your expectations, reflect on the lessons and do better or differently next time.

When you’re not busy, what do you enjoy doing for fun? 

I write. I used to write short stories as a child, which has evolved into writing poetry. I journal a lot, reflecting on goals, grievances, and my feelings in general. I also love reality TV, shopping, and spending time with my son and other family members. I also love to practice speaking Spanish. Self-care is important, especially as a therapist. Doing things that replenish what is depleted throughout the work week is very important to me.

When it comes to women and our women’s community, what would you like to see more of? 

I would love to see more support amongst each other. We need more “girl’s girls”. Women who are not so enamored with themselves that they are not able to root for and support other women. There is enough success to go around, and to be able to recognize, acknowledge, and support other women who are successful and “doing the thing” in their own right, is necessary. Women need to cultivate positive relationships with each other with no ulterior motives other than wanting to see their sister “win” in their own unique human experience.  

Share your websites and/or any social media handles. 

Please follow me on TikTok @3.roads.therapy, and on Instagram and Facebook @3roadstherapy. You can also visit my website at www.3roadstherapy.com to catch up on blogs, our services, and to purchase your copy of my self-help memoir and my guided journal for mothers.

Please also be sure to purchase copies of my Self-Help Memoir (Breed Life, Breathe Love) and my Maternal Musings guided journal at www.3Roadstherapy.com

 Before you go, drop a gem or some great advice for our readers out there. Feel free to say whatever compels you. I like to call this section Unpacking Her Thoughts. Let them know, Queen!

Women are not one-dimensional. What makes up our identity is how multi-faceted we are. The fundamental building blocks of who we are tell the story of us while providing the world and ourselves with the narratives we want to exude. Be sure that people honor your human experience. Teach others how to treat you. Advocate for yourself when necessary and assert your predetermined boundaries. The criteria for this way of life should be a living narrative. It should evolve as you evolve and should exemplify who you want others to see you as, even without you having to explicitly tell others what it is.

Thank you so much, Chelsea!