Kinnected Conversations: Community Conversations on Minority Mental Health

Honest Conversations. Collective Healing.

In honor of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, join us for a powerful virtual event featuring multidisciplinary professionals engaging in meaningful conversations about minority mental health, healing, identity, resilience, grief, faith, advocacy, and culturally responsive care.

Through engaging flash-chat presentations and community dialogue, attendees will gain practical tools, diverse perspectives, and actionable strategies for promoting healing, resilience, and mental wellness among people of the Global Majority and other historically marginalized communities.

Event Details

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST

Location: Virtual (Attend from Anywhere in the U.S.)

Investment: $37 (all proceeds will go to the non-profit, Kinnect Wellness Network)

Continuing Education: 3 hours of Distinct Population CE credit available (per the Texas 50/50 Rule). Participants licensed outside of Texas should verify acceptance of these hours with their state licensing board or credentialing body.

Featured Speakers & Topics

Kimberly Parker, LPC-S, LCDC

Decolonizing Therapy and Culturally Responsive Care Explore how clinicians can move beyond traditional approaches to provide culturally responsive care that honors identity, lived experience, and community context.

Candra Smith, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Minorities and Medications: Bridging the Gap Between Mental Health, Treatment, and Trust Learn about cultural factors that influence treatment engagement, barriers to psychiatric care, and strategies for fostering trust and improving mental health outcomes through culturally responsive medication management.

Bonnie L. Stice, PhD, LPC

Allyship with Marginalized Communities: A brief dialogue on allyship and the role of using one’s power, privilege, and access to advocate for marginalized communities. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “What can I do?” this conversation is for you.

Shavon Swain, LCSW

The Rhythm of Our Grief: An Introduction to Grief Through a Historical and Culturally Relevant Lens: Explore grief beyond the loss of life and examine it as both a personal and collective experience shaped by identity, culture, belonging, and our hopes for the future. This introductory conversation invites participants to consider how grief shows up across communities and generations while highlighting pathways toward healing, resilience, and connection.

Ivon Herrera, MA, LPC, NCC, CAMS II, EMDR Trained

Immigrant Stress and Mental Wellness: Navigating Challenges, Building Resilience: Examine the impact of immigration-related stressors on mental health and discover culturally responsive strategies for supporting resilience, healing, and wellness within immigrant communities.

Rebecca C. Werts, MS, LPC-Associate, NCC, Supervised by Cynthia Thompson, LPC-S

A Faith that Honors Wellness: Healing at the Intersection of Faith & Mental Health: Discover ways to honor both faith and mental wellness while exploring culturally responsive, trauma-informed approaches that support healing and collaboration between clinicians and faith communities.

Deisy Ybarra, LPC-S, RPT-S™, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

Cultural Considerations When Working with Latino/e Children: Explore important cultural factors, family dynamics, and clinical considerations that can strengthen engagement and improve outcomes when working with Latino/e children and their families.

Vashti Armendariz, LPC-Associate, Supervised by Kimberly Parker, LPC-S, LCDC

All Tea, Some Shade: Key Takeaways for Working with LGBTQIA+ BIPOC Clients: Presentation description coming soon.

Agenda

11:00 AM – 11:05 AM​
Welcome and Event Overview

11:05 AM – 1:45 PM​
Featured Flash Chat Presentations

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM​
Panel Discussion, Audience Q&A, and Closing Remarks

What You’ll Gain

Participants will:

  • Explore culturally responsive approaches to mental health care
  • Learn practical tools for supporting marginalized communities
  • Deepen understanding of identity, culture, faith, grief, and resilience
  • Gain insights from diverse mental health professionals and advocates
  • Participate in a live multidisciplinary Q&A discussion
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Who Should Attend?

This event is ideal for:

  • Mental health professionals
  • Social workers
  • Healthcare providers
  • School counselors and educators
  • Graduate students
  • Community advocates
  • Faith leaders
  • Individuals passionate about minority mental health and wellness

Supporting a Meaningful Mission

All proceeds from this event directly support Kinnect Wellness Network’s mission to increase access to culturally affirming mental health education, resources, advocacy, and community support.

By attending, you are helping expand access to conversations, services, and initiatives that promote healing and wellness within underserved communities.

Learn more about Kinnect Wellness Network at www.kinnectwellness.org.

Register Today

Join us as we engage in honest conversations, foster collective healing, and build stronger, healthier communities together.

Kinnected Conversations: Community Conversations on Minority Mental Health

Honest Conversations. Collective Healing.

Click the link below "Save my seat!" For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to reach out to Kimberly @ kimberly@revive2thrivewc.com or 972-885-8365.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: Trainings are non-refundable, unless cancelled by training provider.

Complaint and Dispute Policy

As providers of continuing education programs related to mental health care, we are committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences. If you have concerns or disputes related to the content or delivery of a program, please submit your complaint in writing within one week of the program to Kimberly Parker at kimberly@revive2thrivewc.com.

We will promptly acknowledge receipt of your complaint, conduct an impartial review, and strive to reach a fair resolution within two weeks. Resolutions may include providing additional information, adjusting program content, or offering a refund when appropriate.

All information will be treated confidentially, and participant feedback will be used to support the ongoing improvement of our continuing education offerings.

Participant Confidentiality and Information Security

As providers of mental health-related continuing education programs, we are dedicated to protecting the confidentiality and security of participant information.

All personally identifiable information collected, including registration information and assessment results, will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and accessed only by authorized personnel involved in program administration. Participant information will be securely stored using appropriate electronic and administrative safeguards.

We collect only the information necessary to administer our programs and regularly review our privacy and security practices. Individuals involved in program administration receive ongoing training related to data privacy and information security.

In the event of a data breach, we will follow established procedures to assess the impact, notify affected parties when appropriate, and implement corrective actions. This policy aligns with applicable data protection laws and is subject to periodic review and revision.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

We are committed to ensuring that our continuing education programs comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

To support accessibility and inclusion, we strive to:

  • Provide reasonable accommodations for participants with disabilities
  • Offer accessible program materials and communication methods
  • Utilize ADA-compliant venues and technology platforms
  • Train staff on accessibility and ADA compliance practices
  • Address accommodation requests in a timely manner
  • Continuously improve accessibility based on participant feedback and evolving ADA standards

Participants requiring accommodations are encouraged to submit requests in advance of the program. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where all participants can fully engage in the educational experience.

Continuing Education Credit Requirements

Please note that participants must attend the entire live session to receive continuing education credit.

Three (3) continuing education hours will be offered for LPCs, LCSWs, and LMFTs.

Participants licensed outside of Texas and/or in other disciplines are encouraged to verify acceptance of continuing education credits with their respective state licensing board, credentialing organization, or professional association.

A certificate of completion will be provided to participants from all other disciplines.