The Strong Black Woman Archetype has been found to have both benefits and liabilities for Black women. The liabilities, subsequently, have increased levels of stigma, stress, and negative mental and physical health outcomes resulting in higher rates of anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and stroke. The benefits relate to self-preservation, community building, and strength. This mixed methodological research sought to examine the correlation between the Strong Black Woman archetype and its effect on mental health stigma, help-seeking attitudes, and stress for Black women employed in higher education. The results of this correlational study identified a strong positive relationship between the Strong Black Woman Archetype and mental health stigma and stress for Black women in higher education. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]