Mental Health Resources
We invite you to use this page as a resource guide alongside our sermon series “Mental Health & The Church. You will find digital versions of the resources our guests share, links to guests bio’s and their message in worship.
How to Make Space for Big Feelings
Luke 15:20-24
Meet Joy Flemming, LISW-S
Joy is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who works as a family therapist with the mood and anxiety program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and is a member of our SNC family. Her passion and focus is helping couples and families make space for their own and their loved ones' big feelings. Joy's work has taught her that mental health is a full family effort and is best supported in community.
Joy and her husband Curt have been happily married for 28 years and together raised three wickedly smart and hard-working women of power, Glorianna, Hannah and Chloe. Glorianna married Devon three years ago and gave Hannah and Chloe their heart's desire, an older brother. Together the family works to make space for all their big feelings and live out their family motto “Work together/Play together”.
Resources & Link to Worship Series
It's Never Too Late or Early to Begin
Psalm 8 & Romans 8:1-2
Meet Joshua Culbertson, LPCC
Joshua Culbertson, LPCC is a psychotherapist at the OSU Wexner Medical Center Harding Hospital, and he also sees clients in a private practice setting, Authentic Pathways Counseling & Consulting, in Lancaster. He is a 2017 graduate of the MACM (Master’s of Arts in Counseling Ministries) at MTSO. While he has worked with clients of all ages, Josh has primarily worked with adolescents and young adults.
Resources & Link to Worship Series
Setting Boundaries & Why It's Necessary
Matthew 5:33-37
Meet Qiana Stewart, MSE.d, LPCC-S
Qiana Stewart, MSE.d, LPCC-S is a licensed clinical therapist, clinical supervisor, founder, and owner of Fostering Hope; A Transformational Wellness & Consulting Group. For over 20 years I have worked in the areas of social service and mental health. I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Central State University and a Master’s Degree in Community Counseling from the University of Dayton.
As a Clinical Therapist, I have worked in a variety of program areas in healthcare settings, as clinical director for a mental health agency, clinical supervisor for both graduate students and professional counselors seeking to obtain independent licensure, and clinical therapist in the private practice sector. I have also been a university lecturer for Masters level Social Work courses, provided professional development at the middle and high school levels, and panelist and presenter for employers and community faith-based organizations.
Over the course of my career, I have worked with clients ages 11 to 72 years old, with therapeutic needs in the areas of behavioral health, adjustment/phase of life disorders, grief, family, marriage, couples, as well as mood and personality disorders.
My approach to therapeutic encounters is collaborative- integrating multiple perspectives, cognitive reframing, emotional support, and the skills to help them transform, manage, and navigate life in a way that fosters sustainability and amplifies wellness and hope.
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The Importance of Being Quick to Listen
James 1:19-24
Meet Tabi Evans, PsyD
Tabi Evans, PsyD (They/Them) is a Pediatric Psychology Fellow working in Critical Care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital where they provide consultation and therapy to children, teens, and their families. Additionally, Tabi is an educator for other medical and psychology providers, with a focus on providing trauma-informed care when working with transgender and non-binary youth and their families. Tabi is from from Portland, Oregon, enjoys spending time with their cat, “Potato,” and is looking forward to joining us Sunday, August 28th to provide guidance and talking-points related to practice with gender-inclusive language/pronouns, children and teens’ coping with the pandemic, and ways to promote positive coping and emotional health in kids and teens.
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A Journey of Hope
Philippians 4:6-7
Meet Ellen Farrell, MS, LSW
Ellen Farrell, MS, LSW is a Mental Health Counselor at The Ohio State University at Marion. Previously, she worked in Community Mental Health for 17 years and specializes in trauma, and is an EMDR clinician. Ellen received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, Iowa and her Master’s degree in Counseling from Indiana University at Indianapolis. Ellen loves working with college students due to the exciting developmental stage they are working through. She finds the students she works with to be inspiring and brave.
Resources & Link to Worship Series
Hotline Numbers: Ohio State Counseling and Consultation- 614-292-5766
After Hours Line is available, use option 2
Crisis Text Line – Text 4hope to 741741
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Sexual Assault Response Network- 1-800-684-2324
Helpful Apps for Meditation and Relaxation:
• Headspace • Calm • Insight Timer
Suggested Literature:
Kristin Neff Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
Mike Veny Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero
Why Worry? Lessons from the Lillies
Matthew 6:25-34
Meet Shelby Fleshman (they/she)
Shelby (they/she) has been a member of SNC since early 2019. They enjoy creating art, spending time in nature and attending community events. They have a passion for making all people feel loved, valued and cared for regardless of who they are and what they’ve been through. They currently work for a foster care agency as a team lead in the placement department.
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A Conversation About Mental Health
1 Kings 19:1-9
Meet Laura Mae Johnson
Hi everyone! My name is Laura, and I’m a mental health therapist specializing in trauma. I’ve been in ministry—both part-time and full-time—for 11 years and was ordained as an Elder in the Church of the Nazarene. My passion for trauma care and mental health began during my time as a missionary in Croatia, working with the church’s refugee response. That experience deeply shaped my worldview and sense of calling.
My husband and I have been married for six years and live in the Hilltop with our two cats and two dogs (one of whom is a very energetic puppy!). I love being outside, gardening (I have over 100 indoor plants!), practicing yoga, playing the trombone, and exploring new recipes. Many of you know my brother, Isaac Fleece—yes, the goofball!
Joining Short North Church has been a healing and joy-filled journey for us. We’re grateful to be part of a church that prioritizes love, social justice, and inclusion. Thank you for welcoming us so genuinely—we’re honored to share in community and worship with you.
Resources & Link to Worship Series
LGBTQ+ Affirming Providers Search Engine for many kinds of providers: https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org/
Franklin County Youth Psychiatric Crisis Line: For crisis situations that are not life-threatening, mental health and substance abuse crisis services are available for Franklin County, Ohio residents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Youth and adolescents ages 17 and under should call (614) 722-1800.
- Ages 18 and older should call (614) 276-CARE (2273) or (888) 276-2273.
OSU has compiled resources per county: https://u.osu.edu/cphp/ohio-mental-health-resource-guides/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Franklin County’s Resource List: https://bpb-us-w2.wpmucdn.com/u.osu.edu/dist/c/53139/files/2023/10/Franklin-Co-Resources.pdf
Additional Crisis Resources
Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741 for free crisis counseling.
https://www.crisistextline.org/. (24/7)
Disaster Distress Helpline: Call or text 1-800-985-5990 for free, multilingual, crisis support disaster crisis counseling. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline (24/7)
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI):
- A new tool to help plan for crises (article about new smartphone app)
- Getting treatment during a crisis (scroll down to crisis section)
- Navigating a mental health crisis (33 page pdf document)
National Sexual Assault Hotline and Online Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673); Provides confidential crisis support for those who have been sexually assaulted. https://hotline.rainn.org/online.
National 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for free, confidential support ; Spanish: 1-888-628-9454; Deaf or Hard of hearing: 1-800-799-4899. https://988lifeline.org/. (24/7)
Pathways 2 Promise: Comprehensive listing of crisis lines and resources. https://www.pathways2promise.org/in-crisis
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357), TTY: 800-487-4889. For additional information on finding help and treatment options, visit https://findtreatment.gov/. General Questions about SAMHSA, including information about mental and substance use disorders: https://www.samhsa.gov/; 877-SAMHSA-7 (726-4727); TTY: 800-487-4889 (24/7)
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860. Transgender Suicide Hotline. Confidential peer support for trans and questioning – call even if you are not in crisis. Press option #2 for Spanish. https://translifeline.org/hotline/. (available M-F 1-9pm Eastern time except holidays)
Veteran’s Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-Talk, then press #1; or dial 988 and press #1. Or text 838255. Available to all veterans. veteranscrisisline.net. (24/7)