Who is ALLICE?
Check out this article from Shoutout HTX with our Founder & Executive Director, Dr. Allison Bates, LCSW-S, where she discusses what inspired her to start The ALLICE Collective, and her vision for the organization.
Article Link: SHOUTOUT HTX & DR. ALLISON BATES, LCSW-S
The ALLICE Collective services & future initiatives encompass the following:
In-person community support groups for Black men and women, offered in safe spaces where individuals are supported and nurtured, enabling personal growth and fostering a COLLECTIVE spirit of healing
In-person support group for Black teens ages 12-17 who have experienced grief & loss, or are currently living in a foster care setting
Social engagement events
Relationship-building workshops
Community presentations
Low-cost trauma-informed therapy services (individual, family, and group)
Free therapy sessions (limited amount) for individuals who demonstrate financial need
Training and Mentorship Program for Graduate Counseling and Master of Social Work students
Mental Wellness Respite & Support Program for Black mothers & fathers
The ALLICE Collective for Mental Health & Community Engagement believes that positive relationships and individual healing are the cornerstone of mental wellness.
WHY COMMUNITY MATTERS
The African American community, enriched with history, resilience, and vibrancy, is also marked by unique emotional and psychological challenges borne from historical traumas, systemic injustices, and daily microaggressions. However, throughout history, our communities have been a testament to the power of unity, resilience, and the healing potential of strong community ties. In a world where mental health challenges continue to grow, the focus of The ALLICE Collective is to harness this innate strength of connection to foster individual and collective well-being.
Board of Directors
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Dr. Allison Bates, LCSW-S
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Gwendolyn Black, MSN, RN, APRN, FNP-BC
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Talisa Smith
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Montorea Thomas, MSW
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Brandi Walker-Brown