Hearts2Heal

Our vision is to provide a safe space to grieve while
utilizing group discussions, mindful coping me

05/17/2026

We are still processing the incredible energy from our sold-out screening of Beyond the Stages of Grief at . Filling every one of those 83 seats was a reminder of how much we all need these spaces to talk openly about loss and healing.

We wanted this to be more than just a movie night, so starting with a grounding exercise by licensed therapist Courtney Schmidt helped us all settle in and prepare. Licensed therapist Kevin Overton-Hadnot, tabled to provide therapy resources.

After the film and some snacks, the conversation truly opened up during our panel with moderator Miles Mogul and panelists Sam Watkins, Athens Hayes and Jeremiah Sudarmanto.

It was moving to see the audience engage so deeply with questions on how to spot the signs of grief and how to protect our own legacies before loss even occurs.

Thank you to everyone who showed up and helped us turn a simple screening into a space for community conversation. We are so grateful for the bravery and vulnerability in the room.

Screening Photography by &

BTSOG Crew
Maria Brown-Spence/
Tika Cook/
Jeremiah Sudarmanto
CP Harden/
Malaysia English/
Sterlyn Colbert (Nyres)
Mike Williams/
Sugar Tennon/
Jasmeen Wilson/
Andre Hayes

BTSOG Cast
Jamiliah Paschal-Smith
Kevin Overton-Hadnot
Maria Brown-Spence
Samuel Watkins
Whitney Fields .cf
Athens Hayes
Alexandra Riley Morton
Natalie Joy
Nora Gonzalez
Ali Meier

Screening Support
April Brown/
Richard Spence
Kenyah Simmons
Kevin Overton-Hadnot
Courtney Schmidt

05/11/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that is joining forces with Health Supernova for a special meetup and panel at !

Most founders pour everything into their product or service but forget the two assets that actually keep the lights on: their legal foundation and their mental well-being. We’re getting candid about how to protect your business and your peace of mind.

🎤 Moderator: Maria Brown-Spence (Founder & CEO, Hearts2Heal)

💡 Panelist: Nik Sallie, Owner

🧠 Panelist: Shmeka Gibson, Executive Director,

Join us to learn how to structure your business so you can sleep at night and manage the founder grind without the burnout.

📍 Capital Factory
🔗 https://www.healthsupernova.com

We’d also like to extend a promo code for your community for 25% off of their registration using the code: HSNFRIEND

05/05/2026

Who Holds the Holder? Grief, Motherhood, and the Invisible Weight of Care 💕

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and Mother’s Day, this gathering centers the often-unspoken grief that mothers and caregivers carry while holding space for others.

, MSW, is a trauma-informed mental health consultant, therapist, and healer committed to creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered in their healing journeys. With over 15 years of experience, she blends clinical social work with culturally grounded and holistic approaches to care.

04/20/2026

We’ve all heard it: "Man up" or "Stay strong." But when it comes to grief, staying silent isn't the same as being okay.

Hearts2Heal is hosting our next Wellness Meetup, Built to Be Strong, led by Kevin Overton-Hadnot . Kevin is an Austin native, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a firm believer that there is hope and healing for everyone. Through his practice, Counseling For Us, he works to be a beacon of hope for those who have been taught to carry their pain alone.

This is a space designed specifically to talk about men, grief, and the road to emotional wellness.

We are grateful to our venue partner, Station Austin, for hosting us as we share practical exercises to help us understand how grief affects men differently and how we can show up for our neighbors.

When: Tuesday | April28 | 6:30 PM Where: Station Austin

bit.ly/H2HMeetupApril

03/31/2026

We are honored to announce that Hearts2Heal has been awarded a $60,000 grant through the City of Austin's Elevate program.

Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet it remains one of the least represented. This grant allows us to change that. Through film, through the written word, and through spaces that invite real conversation around loss and healing.

We are deeply grateful to our reviewers, organizational supporters, and board members whose belief in this mission made this moment possible. Your advocacy means everything.

This is just the beginning. We look forward to sharing what comes next.

03/28/2026

Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet its weight on our mental health runs deeper than most of us admit.

Beyond the Stages of Grief is a short film about what it truly means to live with loss and how community can show up in the midst of it.

Whether you are grieving, walking alongside someone who is, or simply ready to show up for a conversation that matters, you are welcome here.

📅 May 3 🕐 2:00 PM CDT
📍 Galaxy Theatres | Austin, TX

$10 includes the film, a grounding exercise, a fireside chat with the cast, popcorn, a drink, a snack, and a goodie bag.

Purchase tickets here:
https://bit.ly/BTSOGMayScreening

02/17/2026

We are officially kicking off the
Hearts2Heal Monthly Meetup!

Join us every 4th Tuesday of the month for a space dedicated to mental wellness, grief, and the real-life challenges we all navigate.

A huge shoutout to our venue sponsor, Station Austin, for supporting this mission and keeping this event FREE to attend for our entire community.

Why join us?

💛 The Vibe: Authentic conversation, not just “networking.”

💛 The Insight: Each month features a new speaker and fresh perspectives.

💛 The Connection: Meet professionals and entrepreneurs who value wellness as much as work.

📍 Where: Capital Factory (Downtown Austin)
⏰ When: Tuesday, Feb 24 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
🎟️ Cost: FREE

Ready to join us? Space at Capital Factory is limited for our kickoff, so grab your spot now!

Click the link in the comments to RSVP and let us know you’re coming.

02/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who registered for this evening’s volunteer call!

Hearts2Heal Board Member, Nicole K. Bell (she/her/hers), will share more about upcoming events and how to volunteer in-person and virtually.

Didn’t sign up? No worries, use the link below to join the call directly at 6 PM CT.

https://bit.ly/volunteercall26

01/20/2026

Join Hearts2Heal for our first-ever Virtual Volunteer Interest Meeting on February 11th at 6 PM!

Learn about our 2026 programs, explore ways to serve, meet our team, and discover how your unique gifts & skills can help heal hearts.

Complete the Volunteer Interest Form by Friday, February 6th to get started.

Use link below or scan QR code to volunteer.
https://bit.ly/H2H26Volunteer

01/02/2026

Since Hearts2Heal was incorporated in 2019, our vision has been to create space where grief is seen, heard, and felt.

That vision now includes multimedia storytelling, beginning with our first short film, Beyond the Stages of Grief.

This film marks the start of a series sharing a new framework for loss and the many ways it’s lived.

Grateful to the cast, crew, and community who made this possible, and to for capturing our red carpet premiere so beautifully.

09/15/2025

Healing starts with support. Hearts2Heal offers resources to strengthen mental health and community care, including:

✨ Mental Health First Aid Certification
✨ Virtual Mental Health Services through our Clinical Internship Program
✨ Dialogue Facilitation & Peer Support

Discover how these services can make a difference for you or someone you love at www.hearts2heal.org |

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701 Brazos St.
Austin, TX
78701

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https://www.hearts2heal.org/

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