Healing Together Mental Health Fair
2026-05-02 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | MI
Join Our Mental Health Collective for Healing Together, a vibrant community mental health fair bringing people, resources, and healing practices together in one place.
This free event is designed to help you connect with local therapists, wellness practitioners, and community organizations who are passionate about supporting mental well-being. Explore mental health resources, discover holistic wellness services, enjoy interactive activities, and meet others who care about building a healthier, more connected community.
Whether you’re looking for support, curious about wellness resources, or simply want to spend the day in a positive community space, Healing Together is for you.
Come learn, connect, and celebrate the power of community care.

Event Details

Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Paul I. Phillips Boys & Girls Club | 726 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, 49503

Introduction to Ancestral Practices for Providers
2026-03-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Blandford Nature Center, 1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Step into a restorative and community-centered learning experience designed for mental health and wellness providers.
In this gathering, participants will explore what it means to be in relationship with the natural world and how reconnecting with land, plants, and seasonal rhythms can support personal wellbeing and culturally grounded care for clients. Stacy Stout will share ancestral frameworks and nature-based practices providers can integrate into their work. The session will open and close with an experiential herbal practice, leaving participants with practical tools and renewed inspiration for nature-centered healing.

Event Details

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Cost: $10 donation appreciated

Registration: Waiver required at sign-up

Location: In person meet (location will be sent to you after confirming registration).

Additional Information

Please dress comfortably for gentle movement and for the weather, as a portion of our time together may be spent outdoors (weather permitting).

In care for Mother Earth, participants are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle.

To cultivate a brave and trusting space for sharing, video and audio recordings will not be permitted.

You are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen for reflection, note-taking, and journaling.

About the Host

Stacy Stout (she/her)
Stacy Stout is the President and CEO of the Blandford Nature Center, where she leads nature-based learning, wellness programs, and community engagement across 264 acres of conserved land in Grand Rapids. A passionate community leader, she previously served as the inaugural Director of Family-Centered Philanthropy at the Steelcase Foundation and formerly led diversity, equity, inclusion, and engagement efforts for the City of Grand Rapids. Stacy is also the founder of Yarrow Joy Wellness, where she offers coaching and nature-based healing experiences rooted in culturally grounded practices. She holds a Master of Public Administration and a bachelor’s degree in biology from Grand Valley State University and lives in Grand Rapids with her family.

This event is a dedicated, affirming space designed exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and communities of color (BIPOC). Our mission is to provide culturally responsive and affirming mental health and wellness care resources and support to Black, Asian, African, Indigenous, Latine, and other communities of color and providers. To maintain the integrity of this centered space, all participants—including mental health care providers and wellness providers—must affirm that they identify as a member of one or more of these communities of color. This shared identity is essential to fostering the culturally specific environment necessary for this event’s purpose. You will be asked to affirm this identity as a required step during the registration process.

A Journey Through Somatic Sound for Black Bodies
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Blandford Nature Center, 1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
This is more than a sound bath—it’s a communal journey into presence, frequency, and healing.
Honoring Black Bodies: A Journey through Somatic Sound is a Black History Month healing experience led by Dr. Sun (Maime) Butler, DLLP (they/them) on February 27, 2026, from 6–8 PM in Grand Rapids, MI.
This immersive somatic sound experience is intentionally designed to honor Black bodies and address trauma and healing needs within the Black experience by drawing on cultural healing practices rooted in Black history, rhythm, and collective care. Through bowls, drums, and energy-infused instruments, participants are invited into grounding, release, and embodied restoration.
Guests need to bring their own mats; light snacks will be provided.

Event Details

Friday, February 27, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM

Cost: $10 donation appreciated

Registration: Waiver required at sign-up

In person meet (location will be sent to you after confirming registration).

Our Mental Health Collective events are dedicated, affirming spaces designed for Black, Indigenous, and communities of color (BIPOC). Our mission is to provide culturally responsive and affirming mental health and wellness care resources and support to these and other communities of color and providers.

Conquering the ASWB w/ Jessica Campbell
2025-12-22 15:00 - 16:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85952369948?pwd=[REDACTED]
Looking for ongoing support in your ASWB exam journey? Join our virtual monthly “Your ASWB Study Hub” sessions! This is an open discussion where you can directly engage with a dedicated facilitator and resource person. Whether you bring your questions live or submit them during registration, you’ll find a supportive community ready to explore shared challenges, offer valuable feedback, and provide practical tools and strategies to boost your preparation. This group is FREE to attend.

We will meet once a month from 3:00 – 4:00 pm EST on the following days:

November 16
December 22

Conquering the ASWB w/ Jessica Campbell
2025-12-22 15:00 - 16:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85952369948?pwd=[REDACTED]
Looking for ongoing support in your ASWB exam journey? Join our virtual monthly “Your ASWB Study Hub” sessions! This is an open discussion where you can directly engage with a dedicated facilitator and resource person. Whether you bring your questions live or submit them during registration, you’ll find a supportive community ready to explore shared challenges, offer valuable feedback, and provide practical tools and strategies to boost your preparation. This group is FREE to attend.

We will meet once a month from 3:00 – 4:00 pm EST on the following days:

December 21

Bros’giving
2025-12-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Fowling Warehouse, 6797 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546
Camaraderie. Connection. Fun.
Gather your crew and compete in a Fowling tournament game — part football, part bowling, and all fun. Between rounds, enjoy good food, laughs, and genuine conversation with others who are committed to supporting and showing up for one another.
This event is about creating space to connect, encourage each other, and grow — while having a great time doing it.

Event Details

Friday, December 5, 2025 | 7 PM – 9 PM

Cost: $10/ person or $50/ per team

Includes: Tournament play + food

Registration: Waiver required at sign-up

In person meet (location will be sent to you after confirming registration).

This event is a dedicated, affirming space designed exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and communities of color (BIPOC). Our mission is to provide culturally responsive and affirming mental health and wellness care resources and support to:
Black, Asian, African, Indigenous, Latine, and other communities of color and providers.
To maintain the integrity of this centered space, all participants—including community members, mental health care providers, and wellness providers—must affirm that they identify as a member of one or more of these communities of color. This shared identity is essential to fostering the culturally specific environment necessary for this event’s purpose.
You will be asked to affirm this identity as a required step during the registration process.

Environ-Mental: How Does Climate Impact Mental Health?
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:45 | 413 HALL STREET SE, SUITE 1 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49507, 413 HALL STREET SE, SUITE 1, Grand Rapids, 49507, United States
This event celebrates and inspires communities of the Global Majority (Communities of Color) to reconnect with nature as a way to reclaim their authority in outdoor spaces. This initiative is to provide education and resources to assist COC in discovering the link between their connection to the outdoors, mental health and overall well being.
Guests Include:
Shayne McNichols, LMSW
OWNER, BLOSSOM COUNSELING CENTER
Reynelda Jones, LMSW-C, CAADC, ADS, CIMHP
OWNER, A SOLUTION B
Erica Bouldin
CLIMATE JUSTICE ORGANIZER, URBAN CORE COLLECTIVE
Nancy Morales
COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 20 | Kent County Commissioner

Coffee Hour Networking
2025-11-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Corazón de Café, 1735 28th St SW, Wyoming, MI, 49519, United States
Start your day with good coffee and great connections!
Join Our Mental Health Collective for a relaxed networking hour where members can meet, share ideas, and build relationships over a cup of coffee. Whether you’re looking to collaborate, find support, or simply connect with others who care about mental health, this is an easy, welcoming space to do it.

NOTE: This event is FREE, but attendees will be required to pay for their own drinks

Healer’s Soiree
2025-11-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Business Exchange, 865 28th Street SE, Suite 800, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49508, United States
An Evening to Honor the Healers
Join us for the Healer’s Soirée, a special evening of appreciation for BIPOC mental health and wellness providers. This private event is an opportunity to pause, connect, and celebrate the work you do every day.
Immerse yourself in a cozy, elegant atmosphere — think evening cocktail hour with high tables, lounge seating, moody music, and meaningful conversation.
Enjoy small plates, charcuterie, fondue, and spirits as you unwind and connect with fellow clinicians and wellness providers from the collective.
This event is curated to help you relax, recharge, and reconnect with your purpose as a healer with exciting gifts, experiences and activities included.
You will receive location details after registration via email

Building Your Financial Foundation: Business & Tax Essentials
2025-11-04 19:00 - 20:30 | https://ourmhc.org/event/building-your-financial-foundation-business-tax-essentials/
Running a business is more than showing up for your clients — it’s about protecting your money,
planning for growth and avoiding costly mistakes. In this session, we’ll break down the
business + tax essentials every entrepreneur should know — in plain language, and from the
perspective of someone who works with therapists and service providers every day.

Attendees will learn:

Entity Choices That Matter — Sole Prop, LLC, or S-Corp? We’ll walk through what’s best
for different stages of business growth.
Tax Strategy Beyond April 15th — quarterly payments, smart deductions, and
year-round planning so you’re never caught off guard.
Separating Business & Personal — the systems that keep your books clean, your stress
low, and your money safe.
Money Mapping for Growth — how to budget intentionally, track revenue streams, and
recognize when it’s time to scale or hire.
Profit with Purpose — how to make financial decisions that align with your vision,
protect your peace and let you pay yourself like the CEO you are.

Other Important Details for Attendees:

This session will be interactive — come ready with your questions about taxes, business
strategy, or financial growth.
You’ll get access to a free recap resource highlighting the key takeaways from the
training.
Beyond the session, you’ll also be invited into the Profit Therapy Community — our
dedicated space where therapists and entrepreneurs get ongoing support with weekly
Achievement Academy calls, curated resources, and a network of peers who understand
the journey.
The goal: you’ll leave with clear next steps, real tools you can use right away, and a
community that keeps you accountable long after the session is over.

Tuesday, November 4, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Virtual Event | FREE to attend
Link sent after registration.
