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Programs & pathways

Faith-based mental health training & programs.

CMHI provides mental health training for churches and communities in Philadelphia and beyond, bringing clinical knowledge and faith-informed support together. From Mental Health First Aid to church-based response teams, our programs help people recognize concerns, respond compassionately, and connect others with appropriate care.

Learn. Connect. Grow.

Upcoming CMHI events

Make space for learning, fellowship, and practical conversations about mental health. Find your next opportunity to connect with CMHI.

CMHI COMMUNITY EDUCATION

HOPE for
Schizophrenia

Learn together. Find support.
DEC032026
Online event

HOPE for Schizophrenia · Part 3

Thursday, December 3, 2026
6:00 p.m. Eastern · Online via Zoom

Continue the conversation about schizophrenia with CMHI. Join a community committed to learning, reducing stigma, and supporting people and families affected by mental illness.

Register on Zoom
PHILADELPHIA AREA

Church Leader
Christmas Breakfast

You pour into others. Let us pour into you.
DEC052026
In person · Free breakfast

Philadelphia Area Church Leader Christmas Breakfast

Saturday, December 5, 2026
Philadelphia area · Registration required

Connect over a free breakfast, icebreakers, and chances to win prizes. Explore Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Response Teams, and discuss the needs of church leaders and congregants. All forms of church leadership are welcome.

Reserve your spot
CMHI ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM · 2027

Generations
in Recovery

Strengthening families. Restoring hope.
In person · May 1, 2027

2027 CMHI Annual Symposium

Saturday, May 1, 2027
Christ Community Church · Philadelphia

Generations in Recovery: Strengthening Families Impacted by Substance Use and Behavioral Addictions

Join CMHI for conversations at the intersection of faith, mental health, recovery, and family support.

Registration details to come.
Choose your next step

Mental health training for churches and communities.

Choose from six pathways to strengthen mental health literacy and community support. CMHI works with churches, nonprofits, and community organizations to find a format that fits their needs, whether that is a focused workshop or a longer training partnership.

Dr. Atasha Jordan and Kevin Yan at a CMHI mental health training workshop
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Adult Mental Health First Aid

This mental health training helps adults recognize common warning signs, practice a clear action plan, and connect people to professional and community resources.

CMHI Mental Health Response Team training booklet
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Mental Health Response Teams

Put mental health training into practice with a church-based team, defined roles, ethical boundaries, referral pathways, and ongoing support. Teams complement professional care and emergency services.

A practical pathway

How a church partnership develops.

1 · ListenClarify your church’s needs, community, and existing supports.
2 · PrepareSelect the right training, participants, and implementation goals.
3 · TrainBuild shared language, practical skills, and clear boundaries.
4 · SustainDevelop referral connections and an ongoing response structure.
Keep learning

Resources for your next conversation.

Explore our mental health resources and faith and mental health articles, or download the CMHI brochure. Speakers and facilitators are available for church gatherings, conferences, podcasts, and community events.

To discuss a program, contact team@christianmentalhealthinitiative.org. We will listen to your goals and help identify the right starting point for your community.

Find the right mental health training for your community.

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