Bringing Mental Health to the Global Stage
Dr. Sophia Banu has been actively involved in national and international conversations around refugee trauma, disaster mental health, and global psychiatry. From academic conferences to media interviews, her voice has brought critical attention to the mental health needs of displaced communities.
Featured Media Appearances
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🔸 KHOU News (2023)
Trauma Care During Turkey-Syria Earthquake
Dr. Banu discussed the psychological impact of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, and how mental health professionals can respond in crisis zones.
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🔸 TMC News Feature (2017)
Seeking Refuge, Seeking Recovery
A feature story exploring Dr. Banu’s work with refugee communities and her efforts in providing culturally sensitive mental health care.
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🔸 BCM Family (2023)
Mental Health Aid After Earthquake
Article covering Dr. Banu’s work providing psychiatric support to Turkish and Syrian earthquake victims remotely.
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🔸 BCM Family (2018)
Distance Won’t Stop This Doctor
A glimpse into Dr. Banu’s commitment to global mental health, even from thousands of miles away.
Passion Time with Patricia Gras: Who are Houston’s refugees?
Houston doctors return home after helping patients in Syria, Turkey recover from earthquakes
'Tis the Season to Give
Dr. Sophia Banu explains why giving back makes us feel good and why it's more important than ever to do so this holiday season.
Third Thursday Town Hall: Refugee Mental Health and Wellness
Join Dr. Sophia Banu, Nadia Maynard, and Omar Concepcion as they discuss refugee mental health and answer community questions.
