Open Heart Leaders

Open Heart Leaders The sole purpose of Open Heart Leaders is to restore broken networks and funnel lost resources back into marginalized communities.

Open Heart Leaders is a 501(c)(3) headed up by a young lady by the name of April Laster. The purpose of Open Heart Leaders is to restore broken networks and resources back into the underprivileged and what is classified as urban communities. Creating venues and outlets for the community to grow while exposing them to new programs and projects promotes unity and positive encouragement to reach new levels.

Meet the one of the hearts behind the healing. Jazlin Carswell, APCC, supports adolescents and young adults as they navi...
04/28/2026

Meet the one of the hearts behind the healing.

Jazlin Carswell, APCC, supports adolescents and young adults as they navigate life’s challenges with compassion, collaboration, and care. Her approach focuses on building resilience, self-awareness, and real tools for lasting growth.

At Open Heart Leaders, this is what we do, create space for healing, growth, and transformation.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our counseling services and how we can support you.

Meet the OHL Counseling Team Nicole Whaley is dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moment...
04/24/2026

Meet the OHL Counseling Team

Nicole Whaley is dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments. With experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral health concerns, she provides compassionate care to those navigating grief, self-esteem struggles, relationship challenges, and more.

Her work focuses on helping individuals process difficult experiences, rebuild confidence, and move forward with strength and clarity. Nicole has served in agency settings, on university campuses, and in private practice, bringing a well-rounded, client-centered approach to care.

At Open Heart Leaders, we believe healing happens in community, and no one should have to face it alone.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our counseling services and how we can support you.

Meet the OHL Counseling Team! We’re proud to highlight Eric Warren Jr. (EJ), a Licensed Psychotherapist, Marriage and Fa...
04/22/2026

Meet the OHL Counseling Team!

We’re proud to highlight Eric Warren Jr. (EJ), a Licensed Psychotherapist, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Wellness Advisor who is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life with strength and purpose. EJ works with high achievers in competitive environments, especially in sports and entertainment, supporting them in building resilience, overcoming adversity, and developing a mindset for long-term success.

His work goes beyond therapy, it’s about creating meaningful, sustainable change for individuals and families.

At Open Heart Leaders, we believe mental wellness is the foundation of strong communities, and EJ plays a powerful role in that mission.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our counseling services and how we can support you.

Many Black women are silently carrying the weight of depression, yet only 1 in 3 seek the support they deserve. You are ...
03/14/2026

Many Black women are silently carrying the weight of depression, yet only 1 in 3 seek the support they deserve. You are not alone, and healing is possible.

At Open Heart Leaders, we offer low to no cost counseling services to support individuals, couples, and families on their mental wellness journey.

✨ Your story matters. Your healing matters.

📲 Visit our link in bio to schedule an appointment today.

Behind every statistic is a real person with a story, a struggle, and a need for support. Nearly 30% of Black women in C...
03/07/2026

Behind every statistic is a real person with a story, a struggle, and a need for support. Nearly 30% of Black women in California report experiencing a mental health condition, reminding us how important it is to create spaces where healing and support are accessible.

At Open Heart Leaders, we are committed to serving our community through individual, group, couple, and family counseling. Our services are trauma-informed, confidential, and designed to help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care and compassion.

If you or someone you know needs support, please know that you are not alone. Help is here, and healing is possible.

✨ Healing Communities, One Heart at a Time
🔗 Visit our link to learn more about our services and how to get connected.

March 5th is Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Awareness Day, a day to bring understanding to a condition that is oft...
03/05/2026

March 5th is Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Awareness Day, a day to bring understanding to a condition that is often misunderstood and highly stigmatized.

DID is a complex trauma-related disorder that can affect a person’s identity, memory, and sense of self. Raising awareness helps create more compassion, education, and support for those who may be living with it.

At Open Heart Leaders, we offer trauma-informed and confidential counseling services for individuals seeking support and healing.

If you would like more information about this disorder or our counseling services, visit the link in our bio.

Healing communities, one heart at a time. ❤️

March marks the beginning of Women’s History Month, a time to intentionally honor the women who have shaped our history ...
03/03/2026

March marks the beginning of Women’s History Month, a time to intentionally honor the women who have shaped our history and continue to transform our communities every day.

At Open Heart Leaders, we see firsthand how powerful it is when women are supported mentally, emotionally, and professionally. When women have access to counseling, education, leadership development, and advocacy resources, families grow stronger and communities become healthier.

This month, we celebrate the resilience, brilliance, and courage of women past and present and we recommit ourselves to creating spaces where women feel safe, empowered, and heard.

To every woman leading quietly or boldly: we see you. We honor you. We thank you. 💛

March 2nd is World Teen Mental Wellness Day ❤️At Open Heart Leaders, we believe our teens deserve safe spaces, real conv...
03/02/2026

March 2nd is World Teen Mental Wellness Day ❤️

At Open Heart Leaders, we believe our teens deserve safe spaces, real conversations, and the support to heal out loud.

Let’s start the conversation.
Let’s listen without judgment.
Let’s prioritize self-care, mind, body, and emotions.

Through our Counseling Services and Heart Leaders Academy, we are committed to equipping teens with the tools they need to thrive, not just survive.

If you’re a parent, educator, pastor, or community leader, this is your reminder: Check in. Ask questions. Create space.

And if you’re a teen reading this, you are not alone. Help is here.

🔗 Scan the QR code or visit our link in bio to learn more about how we can support you.

March 1st is Self-Injury Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness, breaking stigma, and creating space for ho...
03/02/2026

March 1st is Self-Injury Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness, breaking stigma, and creating space for honest conversations around self-harm. Self-injury is often a sign of deep emotional pain, not attention seeking behavior. Many individuals struggle in silence, carrying wounds that aren’t always visible. Awareness matters. Compassion matters. Access to support matters.

At Open Heart Leaders, we believe healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and supported. If you or someone you love is struggling, know that help is available. You are not alone. Our counseling services provide trauma-informed, confidential support for individuals, couples, families, and groups.

To find support, please visit our link and receive the care you deserve.

Healing Communities, One Heart at a Time.

Mental health in the Black community deserves more than silence, it deserves support, access, and real conversations.Too...
02/24/2026

Mental health in the Black community deserves more than silence, it deserves support, access, and real conversations.

Too often, stigma and systemic barriers prevent individuals and families from getting the care they need. At Open Heart Leaders, we are intentional about creating safe, culturally responsive spaces where healing can begin.

Whether you’re navigating stress, trauma, leadership pressures, or life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone.

If you or someone you know could benefit from support, reach out to us today. We are here to walk alongside you.

Healing communities, one heart at a time. ❤️🖤💛

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