Dr. David L. Lane, serves as CEO of Ja-Kem Consorts & Leadership Institute. He is a Psychotherapist, Professor, Author, Theologian,  Legal Arbitrator, and Leadership  Specialist. He is currently working with the Southern Hills Congregation as Interim Minister and Administrator. Because of his biblical insights, oratorical skills and artistic genius, he is affectionately called  “THE GOLDEN VOICE of the SOUTHWEST”  and his preaching colleagues refer to him as “THE PRINCE OF PREACHERS.”

He was chosen as 2015’s Best National Representative of “Deep Preaching” by Sermon Central Preaching Resources. He is the first African American minister of any church fellowship or denomination to be recognized in that category and the only minister among Churches of Christ.

He became world renown as a pioneer in Therapeutic Preaching during the nineties and  is recognized as being the first author to write a textbook on the subject. Dr. Lane’s upcoming book, “Looking Up Without Giving Up”, is his updated textbook of therapeutic preaching. He is also the author of Low Motives in High Places and All Stressed Up, and No Place to Go. Both are available at Barnes and Noble Bookstore and Amazon.com.

As a former addict, now sober 21 years, Michael brings a unique perspective to the process of recovery. Over the past 20 years Michael has dedicated himself to developing comprehensive programs, integrating the clinical and spiritual realms, that aid people in getting back to wholeness.

Kristie Brooks is a Licensed Professional Counselor and tribal member of the Choctaw Nation. She has served rural Oklahomans in a wide variety of ways for nearly 20 years. As a proven leader in the areas of mental health and substance use disorder programming, Ms. Brooks has served on numerous federal, state, and tribal committees. She is a strong advocate for the rights of under-resourced populations at the programmatic and national policy levels. Early in her career, Ms. Brooks worked in Child Welfare for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services and served as a counselor for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

Ms. Brooks initial work as a therapist built a strong foundation that led to her promotion to Director of Behavioral Health Services for the Choctaw Nation, with over 200,000 tribal members. In this position, she oversaw behavioral health services for all treatment facilities and mental health clinics in the 10 counties of the Reservation. In her Behavioral Health leadership role, Ms. Brooks was instrumental in the implementation of new programs and services that provided benefits to Native Americans throughout the State of Oklahoma. Ms. Brooks also pursued and attained funding from 13 federal grants from agencies such as Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), and National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Ms. Brooks received her BA and MS in Human Services Counseling from East Central University in Oklahoma.  She is Certified as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Counseling Supervisor.

Kate is a licensed master social worker, previously working to support the community through schools and the local mental health authority. She now works to form partnerships by helping prevention providers and supporting the expansion of local programs that build protective factors at the individual, family, and community levels to decrease the risk of targeted violence, hate crime, and terrorism.

David A. Gethers is a dynamic and energetic Life Transformation Specialist. He is the founder of DEFY THE ODDS, an organization that believes everyone is capable of bouncing back from life’s disappointments, heart breaks, failures and setbacks. He is also the author of Weak-Day Remedies.

Christopher Stephenson Sr. is the husband of RaQuel Shunice Stephenson and proud father of Christopher Stephenson II. His journey and joy with his family and Jesus Christ is his priority. Also, in this ever-changing society and through personal experiences, Christopher Sr. promotes the importance of fostering the awareness of ‘healthy’ Mental Health and the relationships that are influenced by it each day. In addition, he believes “supporting those that are on the front lines of this initiative is essential to having stronger individuals, families, and communities.”

Last, Stephenson is the Founder & CEO of Christopher Stephenson Ministries, Inc., that has a passion to share The Word of God to anyone that is willing to listen. The East Texas native established Christopher Stephenson Ministries to foster biblical growth, economic empowerment, and social development through a virtual platform. His vision and foundation for the growing ministry is to share the biblical Truth of Love & Salvation.

Ultimately, Pastor Stephenson seeks to point mankind to tools for healthy families and The Gift that SAVES …JESUS CHRIST!!!

Christopher Stephenson II is a proud native of Dallas Texas. Christopher recently graduated from the University of North Texas – Dallas, with a bachelor’s degree in business management and human Resources. He obtained an Associates of Arts from Cedar Valley College before attending UNT – Dallas. Also, he will be pursuing his ASL – American Sign Language Interpreting License. Professionally, Christopher has excelled in the role of an HR Assistant for the Amazon Corporation.

In lue of his professional background, his parents Christopher and RaQuel Stephenson have instilled in him the Love of Christ which has established a solid foundation for him. Furthermore, Christopher has a passion for public speaking and mentorship through lyrical and written poetry that foresters spiritual and mental growth. The young Gen-Z is currently a member of the Suicide Prevention and Awareness Committee of Dallas. In addition, CBS News & Paramount will be releasing a documentary this fall featuring Christopher’s life and his mental health journey.

Ultimately, Christopher’s goal is to reach, teach, and preach the values of Jesus Christ and Mental Well-Being.

Miriam Torres, M.S., LPC-Associate, holds her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She completed her internship within a non-profit organization and has had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, and adults. Her clinical experience as a CBT therapist has involved working with presenting concerns, such as anxiety, depressive symptoms, trauma, sexuality, and parent-child relationships. She is adept at implementing evidence-based practices and tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs and goals of each client.

Dr. Sunil Thummala, MD, MBA is a board certified neurologist with offices in Frisco and Paris Texas. He is a certified yoga teacher and yoga practitioner. He has avid interest in astronomy, photography, vedantha and, theoretical physics. He obtained his medical degree from the Kakatiya medical college, India and finished his neurology residency from FAHC/University of Vermont. He emphasizes lifestyle modification for sharp mind and healthy body.