In honor of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we are bringing together therapists of color in an experience that will expose people of color to different forms of therapy and open a forum for seeking help.

Get to know the following mental health professionals:

• Romain Diaz (Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, DMT, LPC) — Romain is the Clinical Supervisor of Adolescent Partial Program at FBHS, and in her private practice she focuses on verbal psychotherapy, dance/movement therapy and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) techniques with kids, adults, families and couples.

• Marvin A. Toliver (Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW)— With specialties in trauma, PTSD, racial identity and men’s issues, Marvin works to walk alongside you on your journey — exploring your awareness and identifying obstacles that may hinder success.]]

• Sharifa D. Martin - She is a Student Assistance Program Assessor at CORA SERVICES & she works in schools in the Philadelphia School District. Sharifa has an extensive background in criminal justice. She started her career at Center City Crime Victim Services, as a victim advocate for the 9th police district. Eventually, Sharifa was promoted to Court Advocate & she helped crime victims awaiting their preliminary hearings at the Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice. Sharifa later became an Outpatient Individual/ group therapist at the Joseph J. Peter’s Institute - Safety & responsibility program. She worked with adult and youths mandated to treatment through the criminal justice system. Sharifa’s role later transitioned to group therapist at the JJPI- Partial-Hospitalization program.

Alongside interactive activies and discussion, you will:

• Learn about how to get started with mental health services — through your insurance and otherwise

• Create your own DIY aromatherapy roller ball

• Practice meditation techniques in the "Calm Corner"

• Enjoy light refreshments

If you have questions, please email indiesoulglow@gmail.com!

What is Soul Circle?

Soul Circle PHL gives attendees a chance to explore adaptable approaches in wellness and mental health that can be used to boost business productivity. Monthly, we create a space for people of color to develop ideas and realign with goals, while engaging in different self care activities. Soul Circle was created by IndieSoulGlow.