Beyond the Silence: Stories of Healing & Mental Health
Documentary screening and panel discussion
Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
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Date & Time:
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Doors open @ 1PM, screen time 1:30
Location:
First Baptist Church of Langhorne
215 E. Richardson Ave
Langhorne, PA 19047
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Additional
- - Refreshments will be served
- - A free will offering will be collected
- - Event Contact: Reverend Tamara R. Jackson
- Email: Innergetic1@gmail.com
Overview
Join us for an immersive experience that brings together two compelling documentary perspectives to explore the depth, complexity, and resilience within Black mental health. Through Broken, we are invited into the often-unspoken realities faced by Black men, challenging stigma, unpacking generational and societal pressures, and illuminating the barriers that too often stand in the way of healing. In parallel, Black Female Therapist offers an intimate lens into the lives of Black women in the mental health field, revealing the balance of holding space for others while navigating their own personal journeys toward wellness. Together, these stories create a fuller picture, one that honors both vulnerability and strength, struggle and survival, silence and voice.
This event is more than a screening, it is a space for reflection, connection, and courageous conversation. Through a live panel and guided discussion, we will explore the intersections of identity, stigma, access, and healing, while creating room for honesty, empathy, and community.
Black Female Therapist Director: Dr. Jenine Lower
http://BlackFemaleTherapist.org/about/
Broken Director: Jimmy Bonds
https:/illadelphiaradio.com/podcast/jimmy-bonds/
1 in 5
Black adults reported a mental health condition in the last year
58%
increase in suicide rates among Black Americans between 2011 and 2021.
39%
of Black adults with a mental health concern receive treatment, compared to 52% of white adults
Data: Mental Health America