Mom's Night In: Self-Care in Community at Manifest House

Women are tasked with countless roles to carry. As mothers, women often navigate the complex emotions of parenting, from the joys of raising children, to the exhaustion and isolation that’s experienced, too.

Meet us at Manifest House for Mom's Night In, a virtual self-care night. Guided by licensed marriage and family therapists, Krystalynn Williams, LMFT, and Dr. Christine Coleman, PhD, LMFT, this community care circle will help moms process their experiences and emotions related to motherhood in a safe and supportive space. While this event is designed specifically for mothers, it is also open to all women and femmes interested in learning more about the experiences of motherhood.

Topics include:

• Finding time for self and self-care as a busy mom
• Navigating one's identity as a mom
• Challenges that come with motherhood
• Unique experiences that BIPOC-identifying (Black, Indigenous, or People of Color) mothers often face.

Attendees will walk away with a deeper understanding of self-care, a clearer grasp on the mental, emotional, and physical risks we take if we avoid self-care, and practical tips to integrate self-care into our busy, full lives.

This community class is donation-based (pay what you can). Free spots are available and everyone is welcome, regardless of their ability to donate. All proceeds from this event go towards the Manifest House scholarship fund, which provides fully-funded memberships to those in our community needing support.

What You'll Need:

• A quiet place to tune in with minimal distractions
• Headphones recommended
• Your favorite journal
• Water or tea
• Any other items that bring you comfort and help you create your sacred space (a cozy blanket, crystals, candles, incense, etc)

About Your Guides: 

Dr. Christine Coleman is the Founder and CEO of POC Thriving, a private practice specializing in the intersection of mental health and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Coleman holds 14 years of clinical training, predominantly in service to marginalized communities. Dr. Coleman’s current practice prioritizes the psychological and emotional wellbeing of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) professionals. Dr. Coleman also supports companies and organizations with mental health, inclusivity, and belonging initiatives so they can better prioritize the psychological wellbeing and retention of employees, particularly those of Color. Dr. Coleman has trained leading companies like Pinterest, Business Wire, Coursera, Udemy, Mulesoft by Salesforce, and the Major League Baseball Network. Dr. Coleman has been a featured contributor to prestigious media outlets including Fast Company, Vogue, MSN, and Huffington Post. Dr. Coleman is an internationally recognized speaker and has spoken at Yale’s Mental Health Conference, UC Berkeley’s Women of Color Conference, the American College Health Association (ACHA), and more.

Dr. Coleman received the University of San Francisco’s “Living the Mission” award for her dedication to serving women and girls. Dr. Coleman is the Founder and Co-Executive Director of Sol Sisters Inc., a nonprofit with a mission to overcome societal barriers by bringing women of marginalized and privileged backgrounds together through educational and empowering experiences. Dr. Coleman is an Executive Coach and founded the Women of Color Thriving Collective, set to be the leading network for Women of Color leaders.

Dr. Coleman holds a B.S. in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, a license to practice Marriage and Family Therapy in California, and a Ph.D in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern University.

Krystalynn Williams is the CEO/Founder of Krystal Clear Mind, a mental health business where therapy services are provided as well as workshops and community events. Krystalynn holds 10 years of working as a mental health therapist. She is a wife, mother and advocate for fellow mothers out there who are seeking to flip the script of their life’s narrative from barely surviving to thriving. Krystalynn provides her clients with individual and couples therapy, workshops and community events.

Krystalynn’s experience in providing mental health services to low-income families with children exhibiting at-risk behaviors helped shift her focus to the center of the family: the wellness of mother (and parents). She believes the best way to offer quality love and care to others is to serve from a full cup. Krystalynn continues to serve her community by participating as a guest panelist/co-host for speaking engagements and often volunteering at community and faith based groups. Krystalynn holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco; specialized in Marriage and Family Therapy.

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