Miana Bryant, LICSW, LCSW-C, is a licensed clinical social worker, speaker, advocate, and founder of The Mental Elephant. A proud Prince George's County, Maryland native and graduate of the Howard University School of Social Work, Miana is licensed in both Washington, DC and Maryland and has dedicated her career to advancing mental health equity through education, advocacy, and community engagement.

With experience in school-based mental health, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy, Miana has worked alongside children, adolescents, adults, and families across diverse settings. Her passion extends beyond the therapy room, focusing on increasing access to mental health education, connecting communities with trusted resources, and creating spaces where honest conversations about mental wellness can thrive.

As the founder and Executive Director of The Mental Elephant, Miana leads a therapist-founded, Black-owned nonprofit organization committed to educating communities, advocating for equitable mental health care, and empowering individuals through community partnerships, psychoeducation, resource navigation, and outreach initiatives. Through speaking engagements, workshops, digital education, and advocacy efforts, she works to bridge the gap between mental health professionals and the communities they serve.

Whether speaking to students, training professionals, collaborating with community organizations, or advocating for systems change, Miana's mission is simple: to make mental health more accessible, culturally responsive, and empowering for everyone.