BIPOC PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

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A networking group designed to foster collaboration, community, and support for mental health professionals who identify as a Person of Color, Third Culture, or those committed to enhancing their cultural competency, our network offers the chance to learn from leading BIPOC experts to better serve clients from diverse backgrounds.

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Valley Hope of Grapevine

2300 William D Tate Ave  Grapevine, TX 76051

✔9 AM- Networking ✔10 AM- 1 hour of CEU

Walk-ins are Welcome, RSVP for breakfast count!

SPRING SERIES LINEUP

2026

SPRING SERIES LINEUP 2026

Colorism, Gender Socialization, and Black Mother-Daughter Dyads: The Impact of Socialization on Black Familial Relationships and Interventions for Family Therapists

Bisola Adediji, M.Sc., LMFT-Associate supervised by Dr. Mike Bishop, LMFT-S

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RSVP: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026
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Vibrations of Healing: Ethical, Polyvagal-Informed Sound Practices for Trauma Recovery and Nervous System Regulation

Adriana V. Sanders, LPC-S

RSVP: FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2026

Financial Therapy

"El Que No Tranza No Avanza"

Jose 'Pepe' Lopez, Ph.D., LPC-Supervisor (TX), CSC (TX)

RSVP: FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026
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Body, Story, and Lineage: Healing Trauma Across Generations

Zarina Moreno, LCSW-S

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RSVP: FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026

Thanks to our Sponsors

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POINT OF CONTACT
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Sponsorship Inquiries:

Adry Sanders, MA, LPC-S, Owner/Counselor at SanaMenteWellness

adry@sanamentewellness.com

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Breakfast Sponsorship

Presentation Inquiries:

Ana Marcela Rodríguez, MS, LMFT Owner/Counselor at Therapy Works Counseling

marcela@therapyworkscounseling.com

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