To reduce stigma and increase access for youth of color and other marginalized youth, seeking therapeutic services. There is a general distrust of systems of care because of the lack of diversity and the lack of culturally-congruent, strength-based and youth-centered service models. Beats Rhymes and Life (BRL) is a community-based organization that initially began in response to a critical need for therapeutic programming, to specifically address the mental health needs within Black and Brown communities.

From the outset, we’ve been on a mission to challenge stereotypes surrounding Hip Hop culture in order to harness its therapeutic value. Our journey has cultivated in the establishment of the world’s first nonprofit dedicated to the development, practice, and preservation of Hip Hop Therapy. At its core, Beats Rhymes and Life exists to empower young people to explore and embrace their authentic narratives through the healing power of hip hop, fostering resilience and self-discovery.