Spark Hope Scar Revision Project

05/28/2026

The rule of thirds creates the lines.

But healing and growth often happen when we realize we are allowed to take up space beyond the lines we once placed around ourselves.

At Spark Hope, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and safe enough to become fully themselves.

05/20/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

What does healing look like to you? There's no single answer, that's exactly the point. Healing looks different for everyone, and that's okay.

This month, Spark Hope is celebrating the many pathways to healing and the courage it takes to walk them.

Share your answer in the comments 👇 What does healing look like to you?

🔗 Link in bio to read our May newsletter. linktr.ee/sparkhopeproject

05/18/2026

📣 Calling all therapists and mental health providers in Massachusetts & New Hampshire.

Do you have patients with scars from self-injury? Are those scars a trigger point you address in treatment? Alleviation of that trigger point is now possible.

Spark Hope connects your clients to free medical scar revision, coordinated through the Therapist/Participant Diad to ensure supported care. You remain the clinical lead. We coordinate with vetted scar revision providers.

We have 50 spots available in MA & NH, and we'd love to have you in our network.
🔗 Learn more at sparkhopeproject.org or link in bio.

05/15/2026

🌱 Healing is not a destination. It is a direction.

Our May Newsletter is here. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're exploring the many pathways to healing — for individuals, families, and providers supporting loved ones through non-suicidal self-injury.

Inside: thoughtful articles, a virtual film screening, a Mental Health Awareness Month Zine, and a drop of inspiration.

🔗 https://mailchi.mp/46af6b9eb0a6/welcome-to-sparking-hope-tools-for-healing-in-practice-12933202
Link also in bio.

05/14/2026

We all know: hurt people hurt people.
Watch Chris Herren model another truth:
unhurt people unhurt people!

This film shows how we get upstream of self-harm:
Prevention = awareness and education for peers & caregivers.
Honored to also collaborate with the great Courtney Edman

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05/09/2026

There are many paths that lead to healing from self-injury. Scar Revision is just one pathway. May's "Sparking Hope Newsletter" features article delves into some wise reflections on the nature of healing from LSW & Spark Hope Board member, Katharine Lee-Kramer
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05/07/2026

What is this film could make all the difference? Spark Hope is incredibly honored to be joining Kristin Young of Herren Project and Courtney Edman to discuss how to support loved ones struggling with substance use, neurodiversity and self harm. We can do this better.

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Register Now: https://theherrenproject.zoom.us/.../WN...

05/05/2026

Here is a short, pithy book with instantly applicable tools to take away the fight and help everyone win.
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05/05/2026

Know a clinician working toward their license? This opportunity could change their career — and the communities they serve.

The Kaiser Permanente Mental Health Career Accelerator is recruiting for its July 2026 cohort! 🎉

This program, created by Kaiser Permanente and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, supports post-master's professionals pursuing licensure in social work, marriage and family therapy, or professional counseling.

✅ Up to $10K in direct financial support
✅ Expert guidance through the licensure process
✅ Mentorship, peer support & ongoing training
✅ Focus on clinicians serving communities with the greatest need

Currently available in: California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawai'i, Maryland, Oregon, Virginia, Washington state & D.C.

Eligible organizations include FQHCs, treatment centers, nonprofits, and academic health institutions.

https://ica.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/?program=accelerator

📅 Applications are open May 4–27 — don't miss this window!

Tag a colleague who should apply, or share this with your network. For questions, reach out to [email protected]

National Council

05/01/2026

Spark Hope is honored to be partnering with the Herren Project for a free, virtual screening of "The First Day" — a powerful documentary following former professional basketball player and recovery advocate Chris Herren.

Watch as Chris takes his story into auditoriums across the nation — engaging every person in the room and pointing all of us toward a new path: one rooted in compassion for ourselves and for each other."

After the screening, we'll join Herren & 2Tametheshame & other leaders in the field for a live Q&A — exploring practical, compassionate ways to reduce shame and alleviate suffering for individuals and families navigating recovery and mental health.

This conversation might change things. We'd love for you to be part of it.

Share this with someone who needs to see it. 💙 Appropriate for teens & caregivers.

Register now:
https://theherrenproject.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DPimoVvtQfuuBSrob0Gskw #/registration

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