Gateway to Hope

04/09/2026

Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is ask for support. Our trained peer professionals are ready to listen and guide you toward hope and healing.

Through The Hope Line, you can receive:
🌟 30 minutes of FREE mental health coaching
🌟 Referrals from our vetted provider network
🌟 Compassionate, confidential, and judgment-free support
🌟 Help with anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, stress, and more

📞 Call now: (832) 831-7337
📅 Available daily: 5–8 PM CT | English & Spanish

Looking for support outside of those hours or not sure where to start? Grace, our friendly AI assistant, is available anytime to guide you whether you're looking to take a mental wellness assessment, explore providers, or connect with additional support.

👉 Talk to Grace today: https://bit.ly/49EvAxw

Reach out today and take the first step toward hope and healing. 💙

04/06/2026

Feeling burned out or overwhelmed at work?

🎙️ In episode 3 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, discuss Mental Health in the Workplace, and how we can create healthier, more supportive work environments.

👉 Listen now: https://bit.ly/madness-and-grace-podcast

Tune in to the NEW episode to discover:
💙 How stress, burnout, and anxiety commonly show up in professional life
💙 Healthy boundaries and strategies for protecting mental wellbeing at work
💙 What employers, leaders, and faith communities can do to support workers

Ready to move from insight to action? 💼

GTHU'S Empower Workplaces Training helps organizations build healthier workplace cultures by equipping teams and leaders to recognize concerns and respond with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3M5907Y

04/01/2026

Stress is part of the workplace, but too often people are left to navigate it without the tools to respond.

Deadlines, pressure, constant demands—it adds up. And when someone at work says, “I’m overwhelmed” or “I’m not okay,” that moment matters.

Most people won’t turn to a professional first; they’ll turn to someone they trust.

This Stress Awareness Month, go beyond awareness.
Equip your team with practical tools to:

✔ Recognize the signs of stress early
✔ Relate with empathy and understanding
✔ Reveal a path toward support and next steps

👉 Start your FREE GTHU Empower Workplaces Training today: https://bit.ly/4uO048E

03/30/2026

Thank you to John Alexander, Touch Ministries Director, and Generations Church for the invitation and warm welcome.

The Hope and Healing Center & Institute was grateful to join community leaders for Voices of Hope: Youth Su***de Prevention Day on March 28—a meaningful conversation centered on awareness, support, and prevention.

Our CEO, Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., participated as a panelist alongside leaders committed to strengthening support for youth and families.

Together with families, educators, faith communities, and mental health advocates, we shared a powerful morning focused on protecting our youth, strengthening families, and building a culture of hope.

We’re grateful to be part of conversations that go beyond awareness—equipping communities with practical tools to respond with compassion and confidence.

👉 Learn more about GTHU’s FREE Empower Faith Communities Training: https://bit.ly/4hKo6tl

03/27/2026

We’re grateful for the opportunity to partner with Rosemary’s Place in Houston and spend time training such a dedicated team. 💙

Thank you for allowing us to share our 4 R’s framework—Recognize, Relate, Refer, and Restore—as you continue the important work of supporting those in your community.

It’s always an honor to come alongside organizations that are committed to going beyond awareness and equipping their teams with practical tools to respond with compassion and confidence.
We’re thankful for the work you do every day and look forward to continuing to build on this partnership.

03/26/2026

🧠 Finding mental health support can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone.

The Mischer Behavioral Health Resource Center offers clear, trusted guidance to help you better understand addiction and behavioral health while exploring care options. With easy-to-navigate resources and practical tools, support is more accessible and easier to understand.

💬 Grace, our friendly AI assistant, helps answer questions, guide you through available resources, and support your next steps with confidence.

Whether you’re looking for information, guidance, or help connecting to trusted resources, the Mischer Behavioral Health Resource Center is here to help you move forward.

👉 Learn more at the Mischer Behavioral Health Resource Center: https://bit.ly/49EvAxw

03/23/2026

Our March Lunch and Learn on The Impact of Trauma on Relationships explored how trauma can shape mental wellness, interpersonal connections, and the ways individuals respond to mental distress.

During this session, participants learned how to:
🌟 Understand different types of trauma
🌟 Explore the impact of trauma on relationships
🌟 Recognize common trauma responses and respond compassionately to those in mental distress

Missed the live session? The full training is now available as an on-demand course, so you can deepen your understanding, apply the tools, and earn a certificate.

👉 Start the course here: https://bit.ly/46lC9Tm

For those seeking an in-depth trauma training experience, our GTHU Mental Health Coach Training offers a Trauma Specialty that prepares you to support individuals impacted by trauma.

👉 Explore our Trauma Training today: https://bit.ly/4qIMRLR

03/19/2026

Join us now on YouTube Live for this month's Lunch & Learn as we explore The Impact of Trauma on Relationships.

Trauma doesn’t just affect individuals—it shapes how we connect, communicate, and trust others. This session will provide practical insight and tools to better understand those impacts and support healthier relationships.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsMIDy16Ij4

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03/17/2026

Don’t miss our next virtual Lunch and Learn continuing education event on March 19th!

Join Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., Chief Clinical Officer of the Hope and Healing Center & Institute, for this month’s Lunch & Learn: The Impact of Trauma on Relationships.

You'll learn practical ways to:
✨ Understand different types of trauma and its impact on relationships
✨ Recognize common trauma responses and respond compassionately to those in mental distress

🗓 Date: March 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST

🎓 1.0 CE hour for Licensed Mental Health Providers may be earned
💻 Register now: https://bit.ly/4qRc72r

03/17/2026

Thank you to Len Wehrung and the Stephen Ministry team for the invitation and warm welcome. We’re thankful for the time spent learning together and for the meaningful work you are doing to support others. The Church of St. John the Divine

At Gateway to Hope, we are always honored to be part of conversations that bring hope, increase awareness, and equip communities with practical tools for mental health.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with such a dedicated group and look forward to continuing to build on this partnership as we work together to bring hope and healing to the community. 💙

03/16/2026

💙 It’s Brain Awareness Week, a reminder that mental health affects how we think, relate to others, and navigate everyday life at every stage. 🧠

Every day, someone around us is struggling, in a faith community, in a classroom, at work, or at home. Awareness is an important first step, but people often need someone who knows how to respond.

Most people won’t seek out a professional first; they’ll talk to someone they trust. Training helps you be ready for that moment.

Our FREE Empower Trainings equip everyday people with practical skills to recognize when someone may be struggling and respond with care, compassion, and clarity.

These evidence-based trainings are designed for the communities you serve:
✨ Empower Faith Communities - for faith organizations
✨ Empower Schools - for educators and school staff
✨ Empower Workplace - for teams, managers, and organizations

Become a beacon of hope in your community. Your support can make a real difference.

👉 Learn more about our Empower trainings: https://bit.ly/49RDimB

03/16/2026

🧠 What if caring for your brain today could change your mental health tomorrow?

🎙️ In episode 2 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, dive into Prevention and Brain Health, and why it matters at every stage of life.

Tune in to the NEW episode to discover:
💙 What brain health means for everyone, not just older adults
💙 Daily habits that protect mental clarity, mood, and resilience over time
💙 How faith, community, and lifestyle choices work together in prevention

Our podcast brings together expert-led, practical, and compassionate conversations that pair clinical insight with real‑world tools you can use today.

👉 Subscribe now for new episodes, resources, and training opportunities: https://bit.ly/madness-and-grace-podcast