2022 Initiatives

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Consultation with Global Christian Organization
The team conducted a survey, targeted interviews, and focus groups for a global Christian organization to inform policy development and implementation regarding mental health impact.

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Collaborative Psychoeducation with Asian-American Churches
The team collaborated with two Asian-American churches to provide psychoeducational workshops on mental health topics, aiming to increase knowledge and decrease stigma around seeking mental health care.

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Created for Connection Retreat Project
In partnership with Belmont Assembly of God, the Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic facilitated an 8-week parenting course for four families. Parents gained tools to connect with their kids, and children improved emotional awareness. The program is set to expand next year with both English and Spanish groups.

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Church Mental Health Collaboration
Wheaton College Ph.D. and other program faculty and students began to form faculty-student dyads, partnering with community Christian organizations. These partnerships provided training and experience in the evidence-based Clergy Outreach and Professional Engagement (COPE) model.