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Conference Sessions
Welcome to a Transformative Experience.
Get ready to embark on a powerful journey where faith meets mental health in real, relevant, and restorative ways. Our dynamic lineup of sessions is designed to do more than just inform—it’s crafted to ignite change. We begin with a compelling keynote that sets the tone for healing and hope, followed by a raw and honest panel discussion that brings multiple perspectives to the forefront. Then, roll up your sleeves for two immersive, hands-on workshops that will empower you to create your own personalized strategies for mental wellness.
More than just a conference, this one-day, one-track experience is a sacred space to confront the silence, challenge the stigma, and dismantle the harmful myths that have kept mental health in the shadows of the Black Faith Community for far too long. Through truth-telling, learning, and collective healing, each session will move your mind, body, and spirit toward greater wholeness—so you can leave equipped not just for yourself, but as an agent of change in your church, your family, and your community. Dive into the session details below and get ready to be transformed.
The Intersection of Faith and Mental Health in the Black Faith Community
Step into a dynamic exploration where faith meets neuroscience. Dr. Danielle Frazier will illuminate the historical roots of stigma and unveil how scripture and therapy can walk hand-in-hand to bring true healing. This empowering keynote combines heartfelt testimony, data-driven insights, and an interactive poll to get everyone involved from the first minute.
Objectives:
Trace the historical and cultural factors fueling mental-health stigma in Black Faith Community
Interpret Matthew 11:28 through a therapeutic lens
Recognize practical ways faith leaders and congregants can encourage professional help
Apply strategies for weaving mental-health topics naturally into discussions, sermons, small groups, etc.
Engage in a live Q&A (10–15 min) to clarify questions and spark personal action
Keynote Address
Bridging the Divide: Honest Conversations on Faith, Feelings, and Healing
Have you ever wondered if seeking therapy means you lack faith? This dynamic panel will bravely tackle the tough questions surrounding mental health in the Black church. Featuring a Black pastor, a Christian therapist, a church member, and a medical professional, this session will offer diverse perspectives on navigating anxiety, addressing mental health from the pulpit, and fostering a community where healing is embraced without shame. Get ready for an honest, insightful, and empowering dialogue!
Objectives:
Attendees will hear diverse perspectives on the compatibility of faith and therapy from various community leaders and professionals.
Attendees will gain insight into how to differentiate between spiritual attacks and medical issues concerning anxiety.
Attendees will learn strategies for initiating and engaging in conversations about mental health within church settings without shame.
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to the panelists via chat.
Panel Discussion
Your Journey to Wholeness: Navigating Mental Health Support for YOU
Feeling overwhelmed by your emotions or unsure where to turn for help? This practical and empowering workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to find the mental health support that truly fits your needs. We'll explore how to identify your emotions, demystify different types of therapy, and provide crucial guidance on vetting a therapist who understands your unique cultural and spiritual context. You'll also learn how to access immediate support through crisis lines. This is your essential guide to taking the first brave steps towards healing.
Objectives:
Attendees will learn to identify and articulate a range of emotions to better understand their mental state.
Attendees will gain an understanding of various therapeutic modalities, including talk therapy, medication, EMDR, TMS, and CBT.
Attendees will be equipped with practical steps and key questions for vetting potential therapists to ensure a good fit.
Attendees will learn how to effectively utilize crisis lines and crisis text lines for immediate support.
Interactive Workshop I
Nurturing Your Spirit: Crafting Personalized Soul Care for Lasting Wellness
True healing extends beyond therapy sessions—it's about cultivating daily practices that nourish your soul. This interactive workshop will guide you in developing "soul care covenants," personalized plans that beautifully blend spiritual disciplines, clinical self-care strategies, and healthy boundaries. Through engaging worksheets and intimate peer-share breakouts, you'll learn to create a sustainable roadmap for your mental and spiritual well-being, and discover how to extend this profound care to others in your circle.
Objectives:
Attendees will learn to integrate spiritual disciplines with clinical self-care practices.
Attendees will understand the importance of establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries for mental wellness.
Attendees will utilize provided worksheets to begin drafting their personal "soul care covenants."
Attendees will engage in peer-share breakouts to discuss and refine their soul care strategies.
