Crowley ISD Mental Health Symposium 2025: Full Schedule

8:30am CST

Welcome/Acknowledgments

Saturday January 25, 2025 8:30am - 8:55am CST

Saturday January 25, 2025 8:30am - 8:55am CST
Aviation Center Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

9:00am CST

Keynote Speaker

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am CST

Aviation Center

Join us for an opportunity to learn from Dr. Tommie Mabry, a National Consultant, Professional Speaker, and Award-Winning Author.

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am CST
Aviation Center Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

9:40am CST

Children’s Mental Health Services Overview

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST

B124

This workshop provides an introduction to mental health services for children, both in the school and community settings. We will identify some of the common categories of mental health disorders and discuss the requirements set forth by IDEA to help students identified as having mental health disorders. We will also look at some of the various services available, both through the school to help the child academically, and within the community to help the family receive the comprehensive help and support they need.

Speakers

Christy Balraj

Regional Coordinator, Partners Resource Network

I am a retired educator that is driven to see children be successful. I support parents of children with disabilities navigate the school environment to ensure their children are receiving the necessary supports to access school curriculum and be successful in school. As our youth... Read More →

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST
B124 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

9:40am CST

Connecting with Your Child or Teen, Even When It’s Hard LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST

B215

Research has shown that people with meaningful connections in their lives are happier than those without. If we all want to have more happiness in our lives, how come it is so hard to connect with our kids, then?
Using connecting principles from Trust Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®), participants will learn the roots of attachment relationships and simple skills to build connection with their children, even when their children do not desire connection.

Speakers

Scott Watters

Ft Worth, MHMR of Tarrant County

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST
B215 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Family & Community, Educators, Students (5th-12th grade)

9:40am CST

Growing Up Between Worlds: Supporting Multicultural Students (TCKS) LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST

B121

In this session, explore multicultural children, often known as third-culture kids. The discussion will cover various categories of multicultural children, including missionary kids, military dependents, children of diplomats, expatriate business families, and immigrant children.
These children often face unique challenges stemming from their diverse backgrounds and the pressures associated with their upbringing. They frequently experience significant grief due to the losses that come with frequent relocations, such as friendships, cultural norms, and familiar foods. It is vital for these children to learn effective ways to process their grief.
Barriers to processing their experiences may include societal pressures to portray their lives as ideal, family reluctance to acknowledge past traumas, and external perceptions that label their experiences as merely privileged.
Join us to explore strategies for fostering understanding and support for multicultural children, alongside practical solutions to meet their needs in educational settings and therapeutic environments.

Speakers

Jeffrey Proctor

Allen, TX, Healing Harmony Counseling

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST
B121 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade)

9:40am CST

Mind Over Matters: Bridging Generations in the Journey to Mental Wellness LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST

A117

In a warm and inviting community hall, students from Crowley ISD gather with their parents for an open dialogue on mental health and intergenerational perspectives. The theme, Mental Health "Mind Over the Matters," sparks a heartfelt conversation that sheds light on their unique experiences and challenges. This intergenerational dialogue showcases the power of community in tackling mental health challenges, emphasizing that "mind over the matters of life" is not just an individual effort but a shared journey toward understanding and growth.

Speakers

Rashad Muhammad

Principal, Crowley ISD

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST
A117 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

9:40am CST

QPR- Question, Persuade, and Refer LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST

B117

QPR – Question, Persuade, and Refer – is a suicide prevention training program designed to equip individuals in our community with the confidence and skills needed to assist someone at risk of suicide.

Anyone can learn these three simple steps, including parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, and other community members. The training teaches you how to recognize warning signs, offer hope, and seek help for those in need.

Speakers

LaTasha Jackson

Program Manager, The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST
B117 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade)

9:40am CST

Youth and Social Media LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST

B119

Parents, we don't just throw the car keys to a new driver and expect them to know how to drive responsibly. As caregivers, it is important that we realize we need to teach our children the responsibility of using a smartphone and social media. In this interactive session, you will learn about current research and statistics, the parenting pitfalls when it comes to this fast-moving technology, and practical solutions to manage technology use effectively.

Speakers

Kristi Wiley

Fort Worth, Texas, The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation

Saturday January 25, 2025 9:40am - 10:25am CST
B119 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

10:30am CST

Stress Management or Stressed Out? LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

B122

Are you managing stress or are you stressed out? Stress Management and self-regulation tools will be the topic of discussion. This course is structured to create a space where individuals can learn, develop, and implement stress reduction strategies. Strategies learned in class will assist participants in the overall well-being of personal wellness.

Speakers

Dr. Edna Chism-Nicholas, LCSW, LCDC

Owner/Therapist/Coach/Speaker/Author, Authentic Counseling and Coaching Center

Dr. Edna Chism Nicholas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Certified Professional Coach and has her PhD in family therapy. She has over 25 years of experience working with numerous families and system collaborations across... Read More →

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
B122 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 1

Audience Educators, Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade)

10:30am CST

Conflict Resolution Through Theatre LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

A117

This workshop empowers youth to explore and resolve conflicts safely and creatively. Using interactive drama techniques and news stories, participants learn communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills, fostering understanding and positive relationships through the power of performance. Participants are equipped with the tools to be Conflict Mediators and Peace Builders through our orginal framework that teaches 5 conflict de-escalation tips.

Speakers

ShaVonne Davis

Crowley, TX, Acting With Mrs. Davis

Our "Conflict Resolution Through Theatre" program empowers youth to explore and resolve conflicts safely and creatively. Using interactive drama techniques and news stories, participants learn communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills, fostering understanding and positive... Read More →

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
A117 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 2

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

10:30am CST

Connecting with Your Child or Teen, Even When It’s Hard LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

B215

Speakers

Scott Watters

Ft Worth, MHMR of Tarrant County

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
B215 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 2

Audience Family & Community, Educators, Students (5th-12th grade)

10:30am CST

Growing Up Between Worlds: Supporting Multicultural Students (TCKS) LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

B121

Speakers

Jeffrey Proctor

Allen, TX, Healing Harmony Counseling

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
B121 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 2

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade)

10:30am CST

Recognizing Child Exploitation LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

B118

Join us for an insightful talk on mental health advocacy where I will share my personal journey and experiences. We will explore the current mental health landscape, addressing common issues and the stigma surrounding them, while highlighting the importance of early intervention.

Learn practical tools to build resilience through mindfulness, stress management, and self-care techniques. Additionally, we will discuss how to recognize signs of struggle in friends and family, and how to offer effective support.

The session will conclude with a Q&A, providing an opportunity for open dialogue and questions from the audience.

Speakers

Sonya Brooks

5049 Trail Lake Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76133, UNBOUNDNOW of North Texas

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
B118 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 2

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

10:30am CST

Yoga and Mindfulness Matter! Tools for a Healthier, Happier You LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

Gym

Discover how yoga and mindfulness can help you feel your best every day! This fun and interactive presentation is designed just for students, offering simple tools you can use to manage stress, stay focused, and feel more confident in your own skin. During this session, you’ll:

Learn easy yoga moves to release tension and boost energy.
Practice mindfulness techniques to stay calm and focused during challenges.
Explore ways to build emotional strength and self-awareness.

This presentation is all about you—your health, happiness, and success. Join us and unlock the power of your mind and body!

Speakers

Brooke Blankenship

Fort Worth, Yogi Squad

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
Gym Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 2

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

10:30am CST

Youth and Social Media LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST

B119

Speakers

Kristi Wiley

Fort Worth, Texas, The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation

Saturday January 25, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am CST
B119 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 2

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

11:20am CST

Calm in the Classroom: Teacher Wellness Experience LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST

B135

Join us for evidence-based auricular acupuncture, a specialized technique designed to help education professionals reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout. Based on the NADA protocol, this treatment involves placing small, sterile needles at five specific ear points for 15-40 minutes, promoting relaxation and mental clarity.

Benefits include:
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Improved sleep quality
- Enhanced focus and mental clarity
- Decreased physical tension
- Natural energy boost

Our licensed practitioners offer small group sessions in a quiet, comfortable setting, providing all the necessary materials for a hygienic experience.

Speakers

Alison Bailey, LMFT-S

6115 Camp Bowie Blvd., Suite 298, Fort Worth, TX 76116, Untanglife Counseling, PLLC

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST
B135

Breakout Session 3

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

11:20am CST

Grief and Loss: Their Journey LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST

B121

This session will offer a thorough overview of grief support for children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers. We will explore activities that are beneficial in helping others cope after a death loss.

Speakers

Dana Minor, MS, LPC-S, CSC

Program Director, The WARM Place

Dana Minor is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with a background in grief and bereavement, school counseling, and education. Dana has had a passion for The WARM Place for nearly 30 years. She first began with The WARM Place in 1994, and has served as a Houseparent, Facilitator... Read More →

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST
B121 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 3

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

11:20am CST

My Health My Resources - Tarrant County: We Change Lives LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST

B120

Join us to learn about My Health My Resources (MHMR) of Tarrant County, a community-focused organization dedicated to improving lives. We provide essential services for youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders, as well as support for young children with developmental delays.

Our C.A.R.E. approach emphasizes:
- Connecting people within the community
- Providing access to vital services
- Linking individuals to necessary resources
- Empowering people to achieve their goals

MHMR operates under local government and partners with various organizations to foster a hopeful future for our community.

Speakers

Greg Basham

Tarrant County, My Health My Resources - Tarrant County

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST
B120 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 3

Audience Family & Community, Educators, Students (5th-12th grade)

11:20am CST

Navigating Technology and Emotional Health LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST

B117

Join us for a session exploring the impact of technology on emotional well-being. We will discuss how activities like gaming, binge-watching, social media, and online forums can become compulsive and affect our sleep, stress levels, empathy, and overall mental health.

We'll delve into the role of dopamine in creating cycles of craving and numbing, leading to decreased tolerance for healthy stress. Additionally, we will address the existential challenges many face today, such as loneliness, financial stress, and feelings of purposelessness, while also recognizing technology as both a coping mechanism and a source of anxiety, including fears of missing out (FOMO).

We will also examine the concept of "fake flow," where superficial engagement with devices disconnects us from real-life experiences. To wrap up, we’ll share practical strategies for healthier habits, including embracing boredom, encouraging struggle, fostering accountability, and setting boundaries around screen time, such as device-free family dinners.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to navigate technology while prioritizing your emotional health!

Speakers

Russell Baxter, LPC-S

Foundations Counseling PLLC

Russell Baxter, LPC-S, is the owner and founder of Foundations Counseling PLLC in Colleyville, TX. With over 10 years of experience, he has grown the practice from a solo venture into a thriving group practice, including a Nurse Practitioner. A Licensed Professional Counselor since... Read More →

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST
B117 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 3

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

11:20am CST

Real Talk: Stand Up, Speak Out! LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST

B119

We will explore how our identities influence our experiences, both positive and challenging. This session offers an opportunity for students and adults to connect with one another, learn to advocate for themselves and others, and engage in respectful and honest conversations. Together, we will practice handling difficult discussions, apologizing when we make mistakes, and strengthening our relationships through shared stories and scenarios provided by the participants.

Speakers

Madison Harden

Young Leaders, Strong City

Madison Harden is currently a fellow at Young Leaders Strong City, a non-profit organization based in Dallas. She spent her freshman year of college at Howard University as a Marketing major and is now taking a gap year. During high school, Madison co-founded an equity coalition on... Read More →

Amber Sims

Young Leaders, Strong City

Amber Sims is a founding member of The Imagining Freedom Institute (The IF Institute) and the CEO of Young Leaders Strong City, the longest-running racial equity platform in Dallas-Fort Worth working to educate, equip, and activate a community of youth to realize their vision for... Read More →

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST
B119 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 3

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

11:20am CST

Yoga and Mindfulness Matter! Tools for a Healthier, Happier You LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST

Gym

Learn easy yoga moves to release tension and boost energy.
Practice mindfulness techniques to stay calm and focused during challenges.
Explore ways to build emotional strength and self-awareness.

This presentation is all about you—your health, happiness, and success. Join us and unlock the power of your mind and body!

Speakers

Brooke Blankenship

Fort Worth, Yogi Squad

Saturday January 25, 2025 11:20am - 12:05pm CST
Gym Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 3

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

12:10pm CST

Resource Fair/Lunch LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 12:10pm - 1:00pm CST

Cafe

Saturday January 25, 2025 12:10pm - 1:00pm CST
Cafe Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

1:05pm CST

Grief and Loss: Their Journey

Saturday January 25, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm CST

B121

Speakers

Dana Minor, MS, LPC-S, CSC

Program Director, The WARM Place

Saturday January 25, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm CST
B121 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 4

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

1:05pm CST

Mental Health and the Criminal Justice System LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm CST

B123

A moderator and a panel of attorneys discuss the intersection of mental health and the criminal justice system.

Speakers

Jordan Stimpson

https://lcdla-bar.com/, L. Clifford Davis Legal Association

Saturday January 25, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm CST
B123 Bill R. Johnson CTE Center 4500 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036

Breakout Session 4

Audience Family & Community, Students (5th-12th grade), Educators

1:05pm CST

Power of Youth LIMITED

Saturday January 25, 2025 1:05pm - 1:50pm CST

B117

Welcome to my presentation on "The Power of Youth", where I will be sharing the critical role that young people can play in combating drunk driving and promoting road safety. Representing Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), I am honored to discuss how our collective efforts can create a safer environment for our communities. In this presentation I will cover the following key points:1. How Alcohol, Cannabis, and Prescription Drugs affect a developing brain.2. Dangers and Consequences of using substances and operating a motor vehicle.3. Youth Advocacy4. Madd's Resources and Support.By uniting our voices and taking proactive steps, we can create a culture of responsibility and not only protect ourselves but also our friends, families, and future generations.Join me in harnessing the Power of Youth to drive change and save lives. Together, we can make a significant impact in the fight against drunk driving.

Speakers