Blanton-Peale

Pandemic Sabbath: A Virtual Experience for Clergy
2022-05-10 - 2022-05-22
4-Part Series for Rest, Reflection and Renewal
These are hard times for all of us and especially for caregivers and frontline workers. Clergy are both. In this 4-part series, 15 clergy will have the opportunity to pursue a “Pandemic Sabbath.” Blanton-Peale will lead this time of rest, renewal, and community-building to support clergy in finding a greater sense of emotional well-being. Through a 4-part virtual program, the group will engage in interactive topics such as emotional literacy, trauma-informed cared, and resilience in leadership.
Pandemic Sabbath will be a 2-week virtual program during the weeks of May 7 and May 14. Each week will have two mornings (Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 AM – 12 PM) of interactive programming that includes the opportunity for community building with colleagues around topics relevant to leadership renewal.
Clergy are encouraged to consider ways they might lighten their ministry load during this 2-week experience.
Please use the “Register” button to fill out a brief application. Space is limited. Scholarships are available.
May 10 & May 11, 10 am to noon each day
I. Emotional Literacy for Clergy – Reji Mathew, Ph.D.
II. Trauma-Informed Pastoral Care – Reji Mathew, Ph.D.
May 17 & May 18, 10 am to noon each day
III. Resilient and Renewed Leadership I – Laurie Ferguson, Ph.D.
IV. Resilient and Renewed Leadership II – Laurie Ferguson, Ph.D.
Complete Descriptions of Each Module
Program Facilitators:
Reji Mathew,Ph.D., LCSW is a mental health educator and clinical instructor at New York University, specializing in skill-focused treatment models such as DBT, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and BBT (Brain-Based Therapy). Dr. Mathew is also an intermodal artist and an expressive arts advocate. She is passionate about expressive languages—movement, visual arts, drama, writing, and music. Her social advocacy work centers on how artistic skills enable us to reimagine our lives when facing challenges.
Laurie Ferguson, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified coach, organizational consultant, and ordained Presbyterian minister. A known consultant to clergy and organizations, Dr. Ferguson notes that her focus is on helping people recognize their unique purpose, then guiding and encouraging them to follow that path.
Mickey Correa, LCSW, M.Div. is a bilingual licensed clinical social worker and United Methodist Pastor who serves a bilingual parish in NYC and is the Chief Program Officer at Blanton-Peale, where he oversees training and clinical services. Rev. Correa will coordinate and bring continuity between the various sessions.

Psychoanalytic Training Spring Open House
2022-04-28 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Zoom
Psychoanalytic Training Open House
Join us for a presentation & discussion, “My Journey through Spirituality to Psychoanalysis”
Led by Jessica Sommar, D.Min., Blanton-Peale Psychoanalytic Training Program Resident
Why Blanton-Peale Graduate Institute?

Deep integration of psychoanalysis with spirituality, broadly defined
Solid grounding in both Freudian and Jungian theories, including their contemporary manifestations
Rich opportunity for clinical experience at a robust mental health clinic
Active engagement in a vibrant, socially aware and uniquely multi-cultural community

The Long-Term Mental Health Impacts of Covid-19: Resources for Spiritual, Faith & Community Leaders
2022-04-23 09:30 - 12:00
Blanton-Peale’s Chief Program Officer, Mickey Correa, is a guest panelist in an upcoming New York Theological Seminary event. Learn more and register via NYTS.

2021 Norman Vincent Peale Virtual Awards for Positive Thinking
2021-10-20 18:30 - 20:00 | YouTube
Blanton-Peale is pleased to honor
Eleanor and John Rorer
Nonprofit Executives, Board Members, Philanthropists
For tireless devotion to New York City’s nonprofits
Korean American Association of Greater New York
Charles Yoon, Esq, President
For championing a thriving Korean American community
FDNY EMS
Lillian Bonsignore, FDNY Chief of EMS and Capt. Renae Mascol, EMT
For immeasurable support of the wellbeing of all New Yorkers
How to Participate in the Virtual Event
Partnership Opportunities

Leader – $20,000: Premium recognition during live program; logo and name in print and online communications; full-page ad in digital journal; your gift is equivalent to 1 full year of therapy for 12 people.
Benefactor – $10,000: Benefactor recognition during live program; Full-page ad in digital journal; name in print and online communications; your gift is equivalent to 1 year of therapy for 6 people.
Champion – $5,000: Half-page ad in digital journal; name in print and online communications; Champion recognition during live program; your gift is equivalent to 1 year of therapy for 3 people.
Friend – $2,500: Quarter-page ad in digital journal; name in print and online communications, Friend recognition during live program; your gift is equivalent to an intake session for 30 people.

Register via GiveButter
Registration is free. Please consider making a donation or participating during the event’s paddle raise.
Event Leadership
Gala Commitee
Henry & Sunny Kang, Co-chairs
Meg Armstrong & Greg Lozier, Co-chairs
Elizabeth Peale Allen, Board Chair
Drs. Stephanie & Larry Bailey
Lauren McGill
Host Committee
Carol Anderson
Rev. Dr. Kim Anderson
Rev. Beverly Bartlett
Richard Behn
Dr. Michael Bos
Dr. Elise Brown
Rev. Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook
J.V. Cossaboom
Kate Doppelt
Rev. Kate Dunn
Dr. Laurie Ferguson
Jeehae Fischer
John M. Griem, Jr.
Khadijah Hall
Sandy & Don Ingrassano

John & Jenny Kang
Deputy Commissioner Laura Kavanagh
Rev. Ann Kansfield & Rev. Jennifer Aull
Jerome Link
Martin M. Ludwin
Lynn Min, M.Div., LMHC
Commissioner Daniel Nigro
Alice B. Owens
Dr. Grace Park
David P. Pearson
Sally Rogers
John Temple
Rev. Adriene Thorne
Pamela Tinkham, LCSW
Jim & Natalie Venetos

Psychoanalytic Training Open House
2021-05-18 18:30 - 20:30
Psychoanalytic Training Open House

Join us for a presentation and discussion, “My Journey through Spirituality and Psychoanalysis”
Led by Lucinda Antrim, LCSW, LP, a Blanton-Peale Psychoanalytic Training Program Graduate and Faculty Member

Why Blanton-Peale Graduate Institute?

Deep integration of psychoanalysis with spirituality, broadly defined
Solid grounding in both Freudian and Jungian theories, including their contemporary manifestations
Rich opportunity for clinical experience at a robust mental health clinic
Active engagement in a vibrant, socially aware and uniquely multi-cultural community

2020 Norman Vincent Peale Virtual Awards for Positive Thinking
2020-11-09 19:00 - 20:00 | YouTube
Blanton-Peale is pleased to honor
Stephanie M. Bailey
Fortune 500 Executive and Nonprofit Leader
For her tenacious advocacy of mental healthcare for all
LinkedIn
Scott Shute, Head of Mindfulness and Compassion
For integrating mindfulness and compassion in the workplace
Joe Namath
Legendary NFL Quarterback, Philanthropist, Author
“It isn’t how we get knocked down that matters,
it’s how we get back up.”

View 2020 Event E-Journal

Ways to Join Us in 2020
Please call us to discuss a custom proposal.
Partnership Opportunities

Leader – $20,000: Premium placement of full-page ad in digital journal; Leader recognition during virtual event; logo and name in print and online communications; your gift is equivalent to 1 full year of therapy for 12 people.
Benefactor – $10,000: Full-page ad in digital journal; name in print and online communications; Benefactor recognition during virtual event; your gift is equivalent to 1 full year of therapy for 6 people.
Champion – $5,000: Half-page ad in digital journal name in print and online communications; Champion recognition during virtual event; your gift is equivalent to 1 full year of therapy for 3 people.
Friend – $2,500: Quarter-page ad in digital journal; name in print and online communications, Friend recognition during virtual event; your gift is equivalent to an intake session for 30 people.

Register via Eventbrite
Registration is free. Please consider making a donation or participating during the event’s paddle raise.

2020 Gala Leadership
Gala Committee
John and Eleanor Rorer, Co-Chairs
Elizabeth Peale Allen, Board Chair
Meg Armstrong and Greg Lozier
Henry and Sunny Kang
Lauren McGill
Host Committee
Carol Anderson
Rev. Beverly Bartlett
Richard Behn
Dr. Michael Bos
Rev. William Critzman
Dr. Elise Brown
Valerie & Dick Doll
Rev. Kate Dunn
Yolanda Foley
John M. Griem, Jr.
Sean Harvey
Rev. Julie Johnson Staples, J.D.
John & Jenny Kang
Jerome Link
Martin M. Ludwin
Carley L. Ludwin-Frick
Lynn Min, M.Div., LMHC
Alice B. Owens
Rev. Dr. Grace Park
David P. Pearson
Ted Platz
Leah Smart
Michael & Jodi Smart
John Temple
Rev. Adriene Thorne
Pamela Tinkham, LCSW
Jim & Natalie Venetos
Peter Venetos

Encountering Religious Trauma, a Workshop for Faith Leaders
2020-10-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
A Virtual Workshop Lead by Rev. Kyndra Frazier, LMSW
In this free, virtual workshop faith leaders will explore the meanings of misused power in ecclesial communities, particularly those made up of socially constructed minority groups. Attention will be given to the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences and how it shows up in religious institutions. In looking at the signs and symptoms of trauma overall, specifically religious trauma syndrome, participants will be offered ways to strengthen the practice of creating healthy boundaries and develop a keen awareness of self-care.
Please register in order to receive the Zoom link.
Rev. Kyndra Frazier, LMSW
Rev. Kyndra Frazier, LMSW is a licensed clinician in the state of New York, and the Founder and CEO of KYND (Knowing Yourself In Need of Devotion) Consulting, Inc. KYND offers trauma-informed care through a variety of services from clinical therapy for individuals, families, and couples to trauma-informed training for ecclesial communities and corporate entities. Rev. Frazier was most recently the Founding Executive Director of The HOPE Center, a free mental health facility located in Central Harlem of NYC, and formally served as the Associate Pastor of Congregational Care and Wellness at First Corinthian Baptist Church for 4 years. Known for her work in removing barriers to mental health access for communities of color, Rev. Frazier has been featured in multiple print and digital publications including Vice Magazine, New York Times, and Sojourners Magazine. Rev. Frazier holds a Master of Divinity from Candler School of Theology|Emory University, a Master of Social Work from Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from North Carolina A&T State University.

Psychoanalytic Training Program Virtual Open House
2020-05-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Join us for a presentation & discussion
My Journey through Spirituality and Psychoanalysis
Led by Simone LeConte-Parker, DMin, LMSW
Blanton-Peale Psychoanalytic Training Program Graduate & current Program Coordinator
Why Blanton-Peale Graduate Institute?

Deep integration of psychoanalysis with spirituality, broadly defined
Solid grounding in both Freudian and Jungian theories, including their contemporary manifestations
Rich opportunity for clinical experience at a robust mental health clinic
Active engagement in a vibrant, socially aware and uniquely multi-cultural community

Application deadline for Fall 2020 semester is July 1, 2020.
