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Resources for Crisis Care, Community Support, and Training Opportunities

At Mental Health Matters of Middle Georgia, based in Warner Robins, GA, we are committed to connecting individuals, families, and organizations to the mental health resources they need. Whether you are facing a mental health or substance use crisis, seeking support groups, or looking for recovery-focused programs, we are here to help.

2025 Mental Health Summit Agenda

Hosted by: Mental Health Matters of Middle GA

Summit Theme: “Breaking the Stigma, Building Stronger Communities”

9:00 AM – 9:15 AM Welcome & Opening Remarks

Chrystal Wasden, LPC – President, Mental Health Matters of Middle GA

9:15 AM – 9:45 AM Keynote Speaker Hon. Judge Katherine Lumsden – Houston County Superior Court

Topic: “Why Mental Health Matters to All”

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM Presentation: “Truancy & At-Risk Youth”

Tangela Bryce, LCSW – Houston County Board of Education

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM Presentation: “Resource Deficiency and Impact in Therapy”

Jennifer Trawick, LPC

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM Break ☕

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Presentation: “CSB and Crisis Care”

Lakita Long, LPC – Clinical Director, Community Service Board

11:30 PM – 12:15 PM Presentation: “The Civil Commitment Process” Probate Judge Kristen Harris

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Lunch & Peer in Recovery Guest Speaker- Visit Vendor Booths

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1:15 PM – 2:15 PM Community Mental Health Panel Discussion

Moderated by Chrystal Wasden, LPC – President, Mental Health Matters of Middle GA

Panelists include representatives from education, healthcare, justice, faith-based, and mental health sectors

2:15 PM – 3:00 PM Breakout Session: Strengths & Needs Brainstorming by Community Sectors

Participants will divide into groups based on sector to identify key challenges, strengths, and actionable solutions. Each group will assign a facilitator and note-taker to report back for future planning.

Breakout Groups:

Faith-Based Sector – Church leaders, chaplains, faith-based clinicians
Criminal Justice Sector – Judges, law enforcement, court personnel
Education Sector – School counselors, administrators, student support staff
Healthcare Sector – Hospital/ER staff, nurses, medical providers
Mental Health & Substance Use Sector – Therapists, case managers, recovery support providers
Community & Nonprofit Sector – Local nonprofit organizations and advocacy leaders
Youth & Family Services Sector – DFCS, family support, child & youth programming

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Wrap Up Closing Remarks-Final Call to Action

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Available Community Resources

Crisis Care Connections

Access immediate assistance through partnerships with crisis care providers and emergency mental health services.

Phone Number: 988 (Available 24/7)

How They Help: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support for people in distress. Call 988 to connect with a trained counselor who can assist with mental health issues.

Community Mental Health

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Navigate options for ongoing care with trusted community mental health providers and clinical partners.

Middle Flint Community Mental Health Center (Peach County)

Phone Number: (478) 988-1222

Location: 940 GA-96, Warner Robins, GA 31088

Services: The center provides psychiatric services, counseling, and medication management for mental health conditions. It offers services on a sliding scale for those in financial need.

How They Help: They assist individuals struggling with severe mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and more.

Robins Behavioral Health Clinic (Robins Air Force Base)

Phone Number:

(478) 327-8398

Location: 655 7th St, Robins AFB, GA 31098

Services: Provides mental health services to military personnel and their families, including counseling, substance use treatment, and stress management programs.

How They Help: They assist active-duty military members and veterans in dealing with mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and addiction.

Community Support and Recovery

Find peer support and recovery-focused spaces for mental health, trauma, and substance use recovery.

WHAM (Whole Health Action Management)

A peer-led training designed to promote whole-person wellness. WHAM equips participants with skills to set goals, build resiliency, and create action plans that integrate physical, mental, and emotional health for improved overall well-being.

Community Mental Health Trainings

Enhance understanding and skills through specialized training programs in mental health first aid, suicide prevention, and more.

Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid

A skills-based training that teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health or substance use challenges in youth or adults. This course focuses on reducing stigma and equipping individuals to offer initial help and connect others to professional resources.

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)

An evidence-based suicide prevention training that empowers participants to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and take action. QPR provides practical steps to question someone about suicidal thoughts, persuade them to seek help, and refer them to appropriate resources.

Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk (AMSR)

Designed for providers and direct care workers, AMSR offers practical, research-informed strategies to assess and manage suicide risk in individuals. The training equips professionals with tools to conduct suicide-specific assessments and interventions while addressing care challenges.

Rapid Response Trauma Services: For Community Crisis Recovery

Mental Health Matters of Middle Georgia provides trauma response and recovery services to support individuals, organizations, and the broader community in times of crisis. By offering immediate interventions and accessible, evidence-based techniques such as R-TEP and G-TEP, we help reduce distress and promote healing for those impacted by critical events. Our tailored training programs equip first responders, educators, healthcare professionals, and leadership teams with the skills and tools needed to effectively manage critical events within their teams and communities. Through on-site support and specialized training, we empower organizations to mitigate the impact of critical incidents, enhance staff well-being, and build resilience to face future challenges. Our commitment is to foster long-term recovery and create a stronger, healthier Middle Georgia community.

Critical Incident Debriefing (CID)

Using evidence-based approaches from EMDR Consulting, Critical Incident Debriefing (CID) provide immediate support to individuals and groups following a traumatic event. This intervention is designed to address the emotional and psychological impact of critical incidents, fostering recovery and resilience. This is especially effective for first responders, organizations, and communities needing structured support after crises such as natural disasters, workplace incidents, or other traumatic events.

Acute Traumatic Incident Processing (ATIP)

Using evidence-based approaches from EMDR Consulting, Acute Traumatic Incident Processing (ATIP) provide immediate support to individuals and groups following a traumatic event. This intervention is designed to address the emotional and psychological impact of critical incidents, fostering recovery and resilience. This is especially effective for first responders, organizations, and communities needing structured support after crises such as natural disasters, workplace incidents, or other traumatic events.

Recent Traumatic Event Protocol (R-TEP)

The Recent Traumatic Event Protocol (R-TEP), developed through EMDR principles, is a focused intervention that helps individuals process and reduce distress from recent trauma. It aims to prevent long-term psychological effects by addressing the event early and effectively.

Group Traumatic Event Protocol (G-TEP)

The Group Traumatic Event Protocol (G-TEP) extends trauma-focused care to groups, allowing participants to process collective distress in a supportive environment. This method fosters shared understanding and healing, benefiting schools, workplaces, and community groups impacted by shared traumatic experiences.

Call to Action!

Whether you’re seeking to support your team, provide care after a traumatic event, or enhance your skills in trauma management, Critical Incident Debriefing (CID), Acute Traumatic Incident Processing (ATIP), R-TEP, and G-TEP are essential tools. Partner with us to bring these vital resources to your community or organization. Let’s build resilience and foster healing together.

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Warner Robins, GA 31088