Black Mental Wellness® Day
Black Mental Wellness Day is a transformative and empowering virtual event dedicated to Black Mental Health and Wellness. In recognition of the unique mental health challenges faced by the Black community, this day has been curated as a day filled with engaging workshops and educational sessions aimed at promoting mental well-being and personal growth.
Black Mental Wellness Day will feature insightful discussions, workshops, and resources to support your well-being.
Black Mental Wellness, Corp. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. 3 CEs for psychologists are available for registrants who attend the event. Black Mental Wellness, Corp. maintains responsibility for this event and its content.
For additional information on continuing education, please contact: Dr. Danielle Busby at DrBusby@BlackMentalWellness.com.
Sponsors
Black Mental Wellness ® Day offers an excellent opportunity to increase the visibility of your organization and products to our diverse community of experts and individuals.
For more information email:
DrCunningham@BlackMentalWellness.com
2025 Workshops
Radically Dreaming a Culture of Care: Workshop and Meditation
Speakers:
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Brialle Ringer, Somatic coach & Breathwork Alchemist
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Joi James, MBA, Healing Justice Advocate
Session description: Systems / institutions of oppression and inequity lie at the root of the mental health disparities plaguing our community. These same systems often condition us to doubt our individual and collective power to create change. Join us to imagine what it could look and feel like to cultivate a culture of care—for ourselves, our work, and our communities. During this session, we’ll dream beyond the current conditions and reconnect with the power to envision and build a more just, healing future. Session Objectives: -Discuss healing justice practices and frameworks that can be utilized to develop a personal and professional practice of care; -Identify strategies that can be utilized to help practitioners and communities thrive in environments that are not supportive of their well-being; -Explore the impact of systemic oppression and inequity on mental health in the Black community; and -Engage in embodiment practice and breathwork session to dream beyond current conditions and envision a generative future where the Black community can thrive in ease and joy. APA CE Available: 1
Liberated Spaces: Community Healing and Racial Identity Reclamation
Speakers:
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Dr. Angela Clack, Licensed psychotherapist and CEO of Clack Associates, LLC
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Dr. Vanessa Hintz (she/her), Licensed clinical psychologist
The goal of this session is to describe the dynamics of Black racial identity formation and the subsequent impacts on individual health and wellness. Presenters will outline the complexities of racialized trauma, to include strategies for helpers and healers within therapeutic spaces, as well as for community healing and engagement. This workshop emphasizes a culturally rooted and holistic approach to healing racial trauma and nurturing identity transformation. Recognizing how racial trauma impacts the psyche of Black people, we will explore collective healing practices that honor cultural heritage, foster resilience, and promote emotional and psychological well-being. Together, we will build a supportive space for reclaiming identity, healing from the wounds of racism, and strengthening personal growth within community. Objectives: -Participants will be able to explain the dynamics of Black racial identity formation and its impact on individual health and wellness. -Participants will identify key manifestations of racialized trauma and their psychological, emotional, and physical implications for Black individuals. -Participants will learn culturally affirming strategies for fostering resilience and promoting emotional healing, empowering them to integrate these practices into their personal lives and within community spaces to support collective growth and well-being. APA CE Available: 1
Strength In Self: Empowering Black Men Through Psychoeducation and Support
Speakers:
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Kirk James, LPC-R, MHFA
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Arron Muller, LCSW
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Garrick I. Beauliere, Psy.D.
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Tozia Ware, Ed.S., LPC-MHSP
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Justin Little, Mental health advocate
This breakout session aims to provide a safe and supportive space for Black men to explore mental health topics, address stigma, and discuss cultural influences on mental wellness. The session will combine psychoeducation, a panel discussion, interactive journaling, and resource sharing to equip participants with knowledge and tools for their mental health journey. Objectives: -Identify how stigma impacts help-seeking and strategies to mitigate the impact. -Explore cultural influences on perceptions of mental health and coping among Black men. -Discuss strategies to support the mental health of Black men. APA CE Available: 1
Protecting Your Peace
Speakers:
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Jan Berger, MA.
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Kimberly Cato
Protecting your personal peace, especially in turbulent times, means actively prioritizing your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Cultivating your inner calm, involves being intentional about your environment, relationships, and habits to ensure they support your values and goals. Join us in this session as we discuss ways to enhance your resilience and implement techniques to manage stress. Objectives: -Increase awareness of your inner state of being. -Learn how to implement mindfulness and stress-relief techniques. -Discuss ways to strengthening resilience and emotional well-being. APA CE Available: 1
2024 Black Mental Wellness Day
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Healing and Wellness Toolkit
Welcome and thank you for reading the Healing and Wellness Toolkit presented by Black Mental Wellness.
Healing is a unique personal journey - it doesn’t contain the same obstacles, it doesn’t have the same timelines, and it doesn’t require the same accomplishments to reach success.
Resources are listed in alphabetical order under their designated category (books are in alphabetical order by title) and all underlined listings are clickable links.
This toolkit was compiled by Caisha Williams, BSN, RN, PMH-BC.