Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Partner in Mental Health Advocacy and Collaboration
Mental Health Connection was founded in 1999 in response to a tragic event that highlighted systemic gaps in mental health care access. Our organization was established through collaboration between Tarrant County agencies, hospitals, and educational institutions to create lasting improvements in mental health services. Over 25 years, we've grown to include 100+ member organizations representing healthcare providers, educational institutions, and community stakeholders. Our team brings decades of combined experience in nonprofit leadership, mental health advocacy, and professional training. We specialize in workforce development through continuing education, certification programs, and collaborative partnerships that address emerging mental health needs.Our strategic initiatives focus on systemic change, professional development, and creating sustainable solutions for mental health care delivery. We maintain rigorous standards through structured governance, transparent operations, and evidence-based programming. Our leadership team has earned recognition for innovative approaches to mental health workforce development and community engagement. We demonstrate expertise through our Learning Management System and Mental Health Leadership Certificate Program, which set industry benchmarks. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our member-driven approach and measurable impact on service delivery systems.
Services
Collaborative Partnerships
Training Programs
CEU Credits
Networking Events
Job Board Access
Leadership Development
Systemic Change Initiatives
Professional Development
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer monthly meetings with mental health experts for professional development
- Our team has over 30 years of nonprofit leadership experience in mental health
- We provide discounted training opportunities with continuing education credits
- Our network includes 100+ mental health service providers across Tarrant County
- We develop innovative leadership programs for mental health professionals
Services
Collaborative Partnerships
We facilitate strategic partnerships between mental health organizations to improve service delivery systems. Our collaborative model connects 100+ agencies including hospitals, schools, and government entities. This approach creates coordinated care pathways and resource-sharing opportunities that enhance community mental health infrastructure.
Training Programs
Our comprehensive training initiatives develop mental health workforce capabilities through continuing education and certification programs. We offer specialized courses on trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and evidence-based practices. Our Learning Management System provides accessible, high-quality professional development resources for mental health practitioners.
Leadership Development
Our Mental Health Leadership Certificate Program builds organizational capacity through resilience training and peer support networks. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications for emerging mental health leaders. Participants gain skills in program management, staff development, and systemic change implementation.
Networking Events
Monthly expert-led meetings create opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration among mental health professionals. These gatherings feature industry specialists discussing current challenges and innovations in mental health care. The events foster relationships that lead to cross-agency partnerships and resource sharing.
Systemic Change Initiatives
We implement long-term solutions to mental health service delivery challenges through policy advocacy and system redesign. Our initiatives address workforce shortages, service accessibility, and care coordination issues. By convening stakeholders and developing targeted interventions, we create sustainable improvements in mental health infrastructure.
People
Christina Judge
Executive Director
Christina Judge brings 30+ years of nonprofit leadership experience in mental health, healthcare, and child welfare sectors. She previously led The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation and serves on multiple mental health task forces. Certified Fundraising Executive with master's degrees in sociology and government.
Kim Brennan
Strategic Initiatives Director
Kim Brennan has over a decade of experience in education and social work. She developed wellness programs at ACH Child and Family Services before joining MHC. Certified trainer in communication and resilience, she leads the Mental Health Leadership Certificate Program and Learning Management System development.
Lauren Pohl
Office & Membership Coordinator
Lauren Pohl manages membership operations with administrative expertise from finance and esthetics industries. She connects members through personalized support and coordinates community engagement initiatives. Her background includes launching a small business during the pandemic recovery period.
Questions
What is Mental Health Connection's primary mission?
We improve mental health services in Tarrant County by fostering collaboration among 100+ member organizations to create systemic changes and workforce development programs.
How can mental health professionals benefit from membership?
Members receive discounted training with CEUs, networking opportunities, access to job boards, and participation in collaborative initiatives that enhance professional development and service delivery.
Does Mental Health Connection provide direct services?
No, we focus on system-level improvements by supporting mental health professionals and organizations through training, networking, and collaborative partnerships.
What leadership programs do you offer?
Our Mental Health Leadership Certificate Program develops future leaders through resilience training, peer support, and blended learning approaches that combine theory with practical applications.
