Saturday April 19 @ 11amVirtual Event
Minds Matter Prince George's
Virtual event geared towards helping local Prince George's residents take control of their mental health and wellbeing.
Register
Register Now

What Is Minds Matter Prince George's?

This virtual event will delve into the brain-gut connection and its crucial role in mental health and overall wellness. Through three expert-led workshops, participants will explore how the gut microbiome influences cognitive function, mood, and stress, and learn strategies to improve mental health through holistic practices and nutrition. The event features three distinct workshops led by licensed therapists and wellness experts who will provide practical tools and knowledge for better emotional and physical well-being.

Join Us April 18, 2025 @ 11 AM

This Is A VIRTUAL Event

Minds Matter Agenda

This is a floating event schedule section. Click the workshop to view the details about time duration, speaker, venue & more.

Opening Remarks

11:00 AM
Porcha Johnson
Opening remarks by The BGH Foundation Founder Vitual Laporcha Grigsby
  • Porcha Johnson
    Porcha Johnson
    Executive Director | BGH Foundation

The live event kicks off with opening remarks from several notable speakers.

Kickoff Speaker

11:05 AM
Join us as we kick off the Minds Matter event with an inspiring session led by our keynote speaker. Virtual TBD

The live event kicks off with opening remarks from keynote speaker.

Healing Through Connection: The Brain-Gut Relationship and Stress Management

11:15 AM
Explore the concept of the brain-gut connection and its profound impact on mental health and stress management. Virtual Takirra Faulkner, LGPC

Workshop Focus:

  • Introduction to the brain-gut connection
  • The impact of this connection on mental health
  • Effective stress management techniques supported by this understanding



Empowered Healing: Holistic Practices for Stress, Trauma, and Wellness

12:15 PM
Demonstrate breathwork, gentle movement, and sound healing to release stress and promote healing within daily life to support the gut-brain connection. Virtual Lourdine Jean-Francois, LCPC

Workshop Focus:

  • Breathwork techniques for reducing stress
  • Gentle movement and sound healing practices
  • How these methods promote healing and improve the gut-brain connection

Wholeness Within: Integrating Mind, Body, and Spirit for Total Wellness

1:00 PM
Explain how nutrition (specifically plant-based diets) influences brain health and mental wellness. Virtual Dr. Shaneka McClarty, DHSc, LCPC, LPC

Workshop Focus:

  • The connection between nutrition and brain health
  • How plant-based diets can improve mental wellness
  • Practical steps to integrate these insights into daily life for overall well-being
© 2022 Black Girl Health Foundation, Inc.
Web Design by The SMP Creative Group