Media Features & Press
Conversations, interviews, and features highlighting my work in mental health, trauma-informed care, LGBTQIA+ identity, and racial stress.
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Queering EMDR
EMDR: An Intersectional Lens from a Black Gay Man Raised and Practicing in the South. In the anthology Queering EMDR, Earl explores the intersectional lens of being a Black Gay Man raised and practicing in the South.
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September Letters
Earl discusses self-worth, internal validation, and healing within the LGBTQ+ communities with community.
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QNotes Carolinas- Our People
Earl discusses his journey as a therapist, the importance of representation, and creating affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ communities.
Inspiring My Generation Nonprofit
In this episode, Earl explores the impact of trauma on marginalized communities, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community, and shares insights on how therapists and loved ones can foster a supportive and affirming environment.
The Sunday Paper
Martin Luther King Jr. Inspired Our Nation to Dream Big. This Therapist’s Advice Will Help You Make Your Life’s Goals a Reality.Earl joins The Sunday Paper’s Senior Editor, Meghan Rabbit to discuss making your life goals a reality.
VoyageATL: Inspiring Stories
Inspring Stories: The G.R.I.T.S. Co
VoyageATL featured The G.R.I.T.S. Co in its Inspiring Stories series, where they delved into the heart, soul, and why of The G.R.I.T.S. Co platform.
UNCC - School of Social Work
LGBTQ+ Health and Wellbeing. Earl discussed Violence and Safety in the LGBTQIA+ community, where he primarily focused on the topics of Intimate Partner Violence, as well as the impact of intersectionality related to this work.
Native Son
Native Son 101 Class of 2023. Native Son is an intergenerational movement, community and platform created to inspire and empower Black gay/queer men. The G.R.I.T.S. Co were honored to be recognized for their impact and work in 2023 along with other impactful Black Queer trailblazers and change agents.
WIS NEWS
Awareness: Celebrating Black Boy Joy!
Earl sits with WIS News Anchor, Billie Jean Shaw, where they discuss Black Boy Joy! Black Boy Joy is all about acknowledging the struggle, building esteem and claiming that space for Black boys to feel happy, proud of who they are and most importantly being free.
WCNC Charlotte: Wake Up Charlotte News
Clinical Therapist Creates Affirmations Cards for Boys of Color.
Earl sits with WCNC Anchor Ruby Durham in a candid conversation on his hopes that his affirmation cards can make a difference, if a therapy session is out of reach.
QNOTES CAROLINA
Delta Phi Upsilon honored community champions advancing global health, Black heritage, LGBTQ+ allyship and education. Earl C. Martin Jr. MSW, LCSW, received the Education Award for his dedication to healing and empowerment in the community.
Pride: Charlotte’s Premier African-American Magazine
Earl joins journalist, Albena Atiemo of Pride Magazine in an interview in discussing his success in the mental health field and creating a space for individuals to identify and explore their experience through healing.
Just Ask Dr. Macie!
Black Social Workers Who Rock!
Earl sits with Dr. Macie Smith, Gerontologist in her Black Social Workers Who Rock video series highlighting his journey in the social work and mental health field!
Healing Through Trauma | My Space My Story
In this episode of My Space, My Story, Earl dives into overcoming your inner-saboteur, why black people need therapy, and what tools he's used to mending his own broken heart.
QUEERTY*
10 Black Queer Podcast We’re Obsessed With
The G.R.I.T.S. Co was highlighted in the top 10 Black Queer Podcasts writeup by Kelsey Minor, the Editor of Native Son’s new content platform, QUEERTY*.