Caring Hearts and Thriving Minds

06/19/2025

Join us in celebrating Juneteenth today - a day that marks over 150 years of freedom. Known as America’s second independence day, its historical legacy is one of hope, empowerment, and resiliency.

As we commemorate Juneteenth, we want to honor those who paved the way before us, while recognizing the work there is to be done. Caring Hearts and Thriving Minds remains dedicated to protecting diversity, equity, and inclusion in behavioral healthcare. May we continue to move forward, together.

Check out this article that reviews the connection between Juneteenth and mental health:
https://www.childrens-place.org/juneteenth-2023/

06/18/2025

Don't forget about our free class for new dads! Dr. Nuby's Daddy Bootcamp is back in session this Saturday, June 21st at 9:00 AM. In addition to covering the topics listed below, we'll have free mental health screenings, information on community resources, and lots of coffee! Sign up at the link below before spots fill up.

TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Soothing techniques and basic infant care
- How to create a lasting bond with your child
- Supporting a breastfeeding mother and working as a team
- Addressing your own mental health to be the best parent you can be

https://www.caringheartsandthrivingminds.com/daddybootcamp

04/18/2025

Don't forget about our free class for new dads! Dr. Nuby's Daddy Bootcamp will be held every third Saturday of the month, with our first class being tomorrow, April 19th at 9 AM. Sign up at the link below before spots fill up!

TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Soothing techniques and basic infant care
- How to create a lasting bond with your child
- Supporting a breastfeeding mother and working as a team
- Addressing your own mental health to be the best parent you can be

https://www.caringheartsandthrivingminds.com/daddybootcamp

04/10/2025

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to our founder, Dr. Nuby! Caring Hearts and Thriving Minds is lucky to have someone so dedicated to serving their community. Thank you for all that you do! 🥳 🎂

04/07/2025

Don't forget - our first session of Dr. Nuby's Daddy Bootcamp is Saturday, April 19th at 9 AM!

Link in bio! 💜

Because every child is precious …🩺🧡

04/08/2024

For our next installment of Meet the Team Monday, we are excited to introduce our Board of Directors Treasurer, Roderick King, MD, MPH. Dr. King currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System.

Prior to his current role, Dr. King worked in various academic settings including the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and Florida Institute for Health Innovation. He has also worked on national public health initiatives in key roles with the Inaugural Institute of Medicine and Health Resources and Services Administration, focusing his work on minority health policy and improving the health of under-served populations.

In his direct patient care, leadership roles, and academic positions, Dr. King has remained dedicated to the advancement of public health and we are grateful for his service to the Denton community!🤝

04/06/2024

Reading with your child about emotional, behavioral, or learning challenges can benefit their mental health in more ways than one. While it helps them understand the feelings and experiences they may be struggling with, it can also strengthen your bond together.

Books on anxiety:
- Tengo un n**o en la barriga
- Dear Student
- Hector’s Favorite Place
- A Case of the Zaps
- Ruby Finds a Worry

Books on grief and loss:
- The Invisible Leash
- One Wave at a Time
- Rain Before Rainbows
- Pumpkin and Me
- El Conejo Escucho

Books on self-esteem:
- Giraffes Can’t Dance
- Just as You Are
- Yo tambien soy diferente
- What I Like About Me!
- Just Like Me

Learn more here --> https://buff.ly/2Up8f95

02/26/2024

Introducing our Board of Directors' Vice President, Carl Patten Jr., JD, MPH for this week's Meet the Team Monday! Carl currently serves as General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer of Lakeview Healthcare Enterprises where he oversees legal, compliance, risk, and real estate components. Prior to joining Lakeview, he has served as General Counsel to Aegis Medical Group, Director of Community Benefit at Centura Health System, Director of the Florida Blue Center for Health Policy, staff attorney at Community Catalyst, and adjunct professor at the University of North Florida.

Carl's dedicated service to the field of health policy have helped him to remove legal barriers to quality health care and implemented premium assistance programs for those who are uninsured or underinsured. His efforts resulted in over $35 million of funding allocated to community health foundations and the guarantee of essential services to medically underserved areas.

Caring Hearts and Thriving Minds is ecstatic to have such a devoted member on our team and we look forward to using is valuable perspective to better our community! 🤝

02/23/2024

In celebration of Black History Month, we would like to recognize a few of the Black trailblazers that helped shape the world of mental health into what it is today. Each of these individuals made monumental strides in the development of minority healthcare and we want to honor their legacies by highlighting the contributions they made!

02/19/2024

It’s time for our next Meet the Team Monday! We are excited to introduce the President of the Caring Hearts Board of Directors - Rodney Presley, MSW, LCSW.
Rodney has over 20 years of experience in psychotherapy in various settings. Most notably, he was lead administrator for the Liberian government’s mental health hospital in West Africa and worked as the lead faculty member teaching social work students at the Carter Center Mental Health Program. Currently, Rodney is the CEO of Oak Tree Behavioral Services and provides specialized psychotherapy resources for depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and major life transitions.
His dedication to improving the mental health of others is exemplified through his experience as a leader within the field and we are grateful for his service to our community! 👏

09/14/2023

The National Su***de and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in need of emergency emotional support. If you or someone you know needs support now, reach out by calling or texting 9-8-8. You can also use the chat feature on their website at www.988lifeline.org/chat

#988 ***dePreventionAwarenessMonth