In an effort to make mental health information easier for theatre artists to access and prioritize, SETC's monthly magazine, Southern Theatre, is offering a new column dedicated to your mental health questions. The goal of the column is to help people cope with the effects of the industry on their mental health and emotions. It's intended for people who need personal advice, and those who are concerned about other artists in their lives. Questions can be submitted anonymously (or not), and the column is available for students, professionals, and educators. See Dr. Lassiter's bio below, and click here to submit your questions and join the conversation! 

Jonathan Mathias Lassiter, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, professor, author, and former choreographer/dancer. He is the award-winning editor of Black LGBT Health in the United States and the author of an upcoming memoir that will be published by Hachette in 2025. Jonathan specializes in helping people heal and thrive. He looks forward to your questions about mental health, the arts, and their intersections. 

The latest issues of Southern Theatre can be read digitally here.