Events + Trainings
A list of private and public events that support mental health in our community.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Judge Kelly Benjamin and Dr. Reverend Felipe Martinez
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Nannie Abner, MSSW, LCSW + Kathy Christoff, Director of Adult Recovery Services (Centerstone)
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Nannie Abner, MSSW, LCSW + Kathy Christoff, Director of Adult Recovery Services (Centerstone)
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Jan Kiel, LMFT, LMHC
Coffee provided or you're welcome to purchase your favorite latte. Order online to have it ready when you arrive!
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group (for CIT Stakeholders) [ZOOM]
Facilitated by Lt. Alyson Eichel (for CIT Stakeholders)
(Email Julie Orben at jorben@crh.org to register.)
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Sheri Nolting, NAMI Hearts and Minds Leader
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Janice Montgomery, NAMI Family to Family Leader, Community Impact Director (United Way)
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
"I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help!" Book Discussion Group
Facilitated by Rev. Todd Riordan
Learn Dr. Xavier Amador's evidence-based LEAP method for communicating with loved ones who don't recognize their own mental illness due to anosognosia. Multiple discussion group sessions available throughout January for family members, mental health professionals, community partners, and anyone interested.
Veteran’s Support Group
Dr. Myriam L. Graham, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, facilitates a FREE veteran support group every other Monday at 6 PM. This group provides a safe place to open up, feel understood, and meet fellow veterans.
Pathways to Wellness Session at Abundance Harvest Ministries
Refreshments provided Mental Health Promotion and Substance Use Prevention activities and discussions
Veteran’s Support Group
Dr. Myriam L. Graham, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, facilitates a FREE veteran support group every other Monday at 6 PM. This group provides a safe place to open up, feel understood, and meet fellow veterans.
Pathways to Wellness Session at Abundance Harvest Ministries
Refreshments provided Mental Health Promotion and Substance Use Prevention activities and discussions
Veteran’s Support Group
Dr. Myriam L. Graham, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, facilitates a FREE veteran support group every other Monday at 6 PM. This group provides a safe place to open up, feel understood, and meet fellow veterans.
Pathways to Wellness Session at Abundance Harvest Ministries
Refreshments provided Mental Health Promotion and Substance Use Prevention activities and discussions
Veteran’s Support Group
Dr. Myriam L. Graham, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, facilitates a FREE veteran support group every other Monday at 6 PM. This group provides a safe place to open up, feel understood, and meet fellow veterans.
Exhibit: "Free Inside"
Explore large landscape artworks by artist and MHM Ambassador Kimberly Free, created on unique found materials like window blinds using graphite, lace printing, charcoal, and ink. Ms. Free describes the inner and outer scenes of her daily life, combining views of her own neighborhood with symbolic imagery and conceptual inventiveness.
Pathways to Wellness Session at Abundance Harvest Ministries
Refreshments provided Mental Health Promotion and Substance Use Prevention activities and discussions
Veteran’s Support Group
Dr. Myriam L. Graham, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, facilitates a FREE veteran support group every other Monday at 6 PM. This group provides a safe place to open up, feel understood, and meet fellow veterans.
Work Together, Rest Together
This Black History Month let's acknowledge our work and rest! Join us for food, art, and community to share our struggles and strengths.
Your Feelings Matter: A Mental Health Awareness Project
Let's break the stigma and talk! Please join us for Micah Dazet's senior project.
OPEN Health Equity Ambassador Meeting
For the first time, this meeting is open to the public! Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to the initiative, this is the perfect chance to:
• Connect with our dedicated Health Equity Ambassadors.
• Learn how you can get involved in advancing mental health equity in Bartholomew County.
• Recenter with a FREE Wellbeing Session led by Melanie Fauth of Ignite Wellbeing: “Breaking the Cycle: Managing Chronic Stress with Mind-Body Medicine Skills.”
Feel free to bring friends, colleagues, or anyone who might benefit from this powerful event—ALL are welcome!
Art-Making Workshop for Inner Resilience
For teens and adults.No cost! Lunch and supplies provided. Taught by St. Paul's Episcopal artist-in-residence and MHM Ambassador Kimberly Free.
"Psyche Relics" Exhibition Opening
In case you missed the May exhibit, MHM Ambassador Kimberly Rose Free will display artwork from "Psyche Relics" at the new Stillframes Art in Focus Gallery. "Psyche Relics" is a collection of works on paper expressing the artists experience of depression treatments over the last three decades. Created in collaboration with Mental Health Matters Bartholomew County and the Columbus Area Arts Council's Flourishing through Art program.
Pathways to Wellness Session at Abundance Harvest Ministries
Refreshments provided Mental Health Promotion and Substance Use Prevention activities and discussions
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[TENTATIVE] Men’s Health Awareness Pop-Up at Coach’s Cutz Barbershop
Men’s Health Month Promotion for mental, physical and social health. ***Note: This event may be taking place on Tuesday Nov. 26th and/or Thursday Nov. 28th. Stay tuned for more details.
Friendsgiving Celebration hosted by Columbus Young Professionals of Color
This group hosts events, workshops and more for local multi-cultural communities of color. Registration required.
International Survivor Of Suicide Loss Event
We’re excited that our very own Janae will be presenting on Black and Bi-Racial Youth mental health, we will have a panel discussion on Hope and Resilience, snacks, community org tables and a “Light the Night” candle walk around IVY Tech. Swag Bags for those that register.
Finding Solutions: A Forum on Homelessness
Forum and Report out hosted by United Way of Bartholomew County on local homelessness initiative
Health Equity Ambassadors 1-Year Celebration & Thank You Event
This event is our way of expressing gratitude for your dedication and contributions to advancing health equity in our community. We will also have some gifts and will be taking sizes for your Mental Health Matters polos Calendar Invite sent out. Feel free to dress up or down or come as you are.
Pathways to Wellness Session at Abundance Harvest Ministries
Refreshments provided Mental Health Promotion and Substance Use Prevention activities and discussions