Dr. Isha Metzger is a nationally recognized licensed clinical psychologist, dynamic speaker, and unapologetic advocate at the intersection of culture, mental health, and healing. She serves as an Associate Professor of Psychology, founder of Cultural Concepts, LLC, and author of The C.A.R.E. Package for Racial Healing—a guidebook for addressing racial trauma with culturally grounded strategies for resilience and liberation. Dr. Metzger’s work centers on reducing mental health disparities and equipping communities of color—especially youth and families—with the tools to heal from both interpersonal and racial trauma. With a growing online community of nearly 30,000 followers, she bridges science and storytelling to educate, empower, and spark system-level change. Whether in the classroom, the clinic, or on the national stage, Dr. Metzger brings warmth, wisdom, and cultural clarity to every conversation. At the TF-CBT Trauma Conference, she will guide participants in exploring how culturally responsive care—especially within TF-CBT—can help diverse youth and families not just survive trauma, but thrive beyond it

Angela Hamblen Kelly, L.C.S.W., is the Founder and Administrator of the Baptist Centers for Good Grief. Angela is a licensed clinical social worker trained specifically in the field of death and dying. She received her undergraduate degree in Social Work from The University of Memphis, and her graduate degree in Social Work from The University of Tennessee. She developed and directs the Baptist Centers for Good Grief which consist of: Kemmons Wilson Family Center for Good Grief in Collierville, Milla’s House in Memphis & the NEA Center for Good Grief Jonesboro – the only comprehensive grief centers in the Mid-South that provide free grief counseling for children, teens and adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. After the tragedy of September 11, Angela served as a consultant to Schneider Children’s Hospital in Long Island, NY where a program modeled after Camp Good Grief was developed. She also assisted Hospice of Central Peninsula in Alaska develop a children’s grief camp modeled after Camp Good Grief. Angela oversees the production of the center’s podcast, Grief is…real. Big. Better shared. Angela is the author of, What’s So Good About Grief, Anyway? Angela has created several grief interventions for children, which been published for other professionals to use in practice. Angela is a recipient of several community awards, including: Top 40 Under 40, Health Care Hero Finalist, An Angel in Our Midst, and 50 Women Who Make A Difference.

Hannah Zaleski, LCSW, is the Clinical Director for Community Response and Advocacy at the Baptist Center for Good Grief. With a deep commitment to supporting individuals and communities through bereavement, she brings extensive experience in grief counseling,

crisis response, and volunteer leadership. Hannah develops and implements grief support programs for all ages and works closely with schools and organizations to promote healing after sudden or traumatic loss. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Social Work from the University of Memphis.

MeiAngelo Taylor is a Systems Level Change Agent, Certified Master Trainer in Fatherhood and Family Transformation and a Cognitive Behavioral Specialist with over 20 years of experience transforming lives through self-worth, emotional intelligence, healthy relationship building, and personal development. As founder of The InnerWe Institute and creator of the Victory Self-Worth & Value Program, MeiAngelo integrates evidence-based tools and lived experience to support individual growth, family healing, and community transformation, especially through his dedicated work promoting father engagement and presence.

MeiAngelo Taylor is a Systems Level Change Agent, Certified Master Trainer in Fatherhood and Family Transformation and a Cognitive Behavioral Specialist with over 20 years of experience transforming lives through self-worth, emotional intelligence, healthy relationship building, and personal development. As founder of The InnerWe Institute and creator of the Victory Self-Worth & Value Program, MeiAngelo integrates evidence-based tools and lived experience to support individual growth, family healing, and community transformation, especially through his dedicated work promoting father engagement and presence.

Charles Winton Jr is an extremely motivated and charismatic author, speaker, musician, and Therapist with a passion for people. Charles considers himself to be a “life changer” who loves to engage people at their most intimate and deepest moments of their lives. Throughout his career, his passion has been to bring hope, healing, and restoration to everyone he encounters. Charles graduated from the University of Memphis with his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Charles began his career as a Mental Health Counselor and a Drug and Alcohol Counselor with Shelby County Division of Corrections

where he spent majority of his career until retirement. After working with incarcerated individuals, Charles believed his mission was to offer healing to families. Charles returned to school where he obtained his Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. Charles is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the state of Tennessee. Charles has worked at both Transformation Center for Women and Delta Specialty Hospital, where he started their first Trauma Outpatient program. Currently, Charles is the Director of The Oaks at Lakeside Outpatient Program Memphis, and now Jackson, TN. Charles is also owner of Wellsprings Counseling, Inc. where he specializes in Marriage and Family, Individual, and Adolescent, and Trauma counseling. He is also a certified EMDR Level II Trauma therapist. Charles has won many awards, from Top Performer Award for Shelby County government, Lakeside Hospital Employee of the year, West Tennessee Counseling Association Counselor of the year and many more. Charles is a member of the West Tennessee Counseling Association where he served as 2022 and 2023 President. Charles is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Charles became a Licensed Professional Counselor to help people navigate their complex stories to live healthier and happier lives. Charles believes in a holistic approach to therapy, and he believes that all components of one’s life are interrelated and bringing understanding to these complexities will allow proper healing to take place. Charles is the author of his first book, Psalms of the Heart.

TERESA HALL FRANKLIN, EDS, LPC-MHSP, NCC, C.A.M.F. Teresa Hall Franklin, Ed.S., is an accomplished Licensed Professional Counselor & National Certified Counselor. Mrs. Franklin began her career in the mental health field as a Certified Anger Management Facilitator for adolescents and adults in 2002. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology with Honors from LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis, TN, and a Master of Science Degree in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership and Education Specialist Degree in Counseling from the University of Memphis. She is currently completing a dissertation for the Doctor of Behavioral Health Program at Freed-Hardeman University. Her original works are preserved at the Library of Congress, reflecting her commitment to education, empowerment, and lasting impact. As a preceptor for UTHSC and West Cancer Center, she provides clinical training for psychiatric nurse practitioner students and fellows. Since 2015, she has served as Adjunct Faculty at LeMoyne-Owen College for all Psychology-related courses. Her experience includes being General Studies Department Chair at National College and the founder of Transitional Anger Management Services, where she provides seminars and workshops on mental health wellness and a marriage and relationship seminar, “Relationship Rehab” to couples and churches. Transitional Anger Management Services has been featured in local newspapers, recognized as an expert in the field for all local news stations, and appeared on the hit reality show Wife Swap as an Anger Management Specialist for ABC Network. Teresa coordinated the 1st Women's Day Summit for Temple of Deliverance Church of God in Christ, is involved in special projects with Promise Land Church of Memphis, St. Paul MB Church in Olive Branch, MS., and Little Saints Academy Preschool, Olive Branch, MS. At her home church, Hope Presbyterian, Teresa serves as the Ruling Elder for the Caring Ministry, women's bible studies leader, and small group leader for Anger Management in the Recovery & Support Ministry. She continues to inspire and teach others how to transition into a more positive, peaceful, and productive state of being.