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Black Mental Wellness Virtual Conference Speakers

Sessions

Opening Session: Cultivate. Restore. Empower.

Presenters: Jennifer Mullan, PsyD., Nicole Cammack, Ph.D., Danielle Busby, Ph.D., Dana Cunningham, Ph.D., and Jessica Henry, Ph.D.

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Microaggressions in the Workplace

Presenter: Giorgio Chatelain, MSW

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A Postpartum State of Mind: Supporting Black mothers and Birthing people during pregnancy and postpartum

Presenter: Patience Riley, Masters in Community Counseling

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Good Vibes Only: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Toxic Positivity and Embrace the Freedom of Being Yourself in the Workplace

Presenter: Brittany D Ward

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Beyond Diversity: Cultivating Spaces Where Black Voices Flourish

Presenter: Sorbriqué "Sorby" Grant, Master of Science in Teaching; Master of Public Policy and Urban Planning.

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Brother to Brother: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges. Black Men and Mental Health

Presenters: James Harris, Davonte Green, and Larry Rencher

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The Caregiver Survival Guide: Accessing Mental Wellness While Caring for Family

Presenter: Aisha Adkins

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Let’s Talk About Being Black & Gay: Changing Modern Discourse To Promote Positive Mental Health Outcomes for LGBTQIA+- identifying African-Americans.

Presenter: Wayne Smith, M.S.

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Building Bridges, Empowering Communication: Fostering Inclusive Communication for Black Professionals’ Mental Health

Presenter: Morgan Carey, MS Human Resources Management: Organizational Development

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Sister to Sister: Black Women and Mental Health

Presenters: Speakers: Amma Gyamfowa, Neasel Conner, Kimberly Parker, and Jacqueline Stevens

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Managing the Strain of Being Black in America: A Comprehensive and Integrative Approach to Healing.

Presenter: Artisa Mae Moten, Masters in Counseling LMFT

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Black People Die By Suicide Too: It's Not a "White" Thing

Presenters: Jordan Scott, M.S. (Administration in Human Services); T-Kea Blackman; Rafiah Maxie-Cole, Master of Social Work

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The Ethos-Driven Leadership™ Framework: Reimagining Leadership by Prioritizing Authenticity, Wellness & Belonging.

Presenter: Dawn Christian, BA, MBA

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Pathways to Liberation: Integrating Black Identity Development, Oppression, and Liberation Psychology for Enhanced Mental Health

Presenter: Raquel Martin, PhD Medical & Clinical Psychology

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