Smartphones, Safetyism, and the Epidemic of Mental Illness in Gen Z- Spring Education Series

Mon Apr 27 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-06:00

1 S Tschirgi St, Sheridan, WY, United States, Wyoming 82801 | Sheridan

NAMI Sheridan Wyoming
Publisher/HostNAMI Sheridan Wyoming
Smartphones, Safetyism, and the Epidemic of Mental Illness in Gen Z- Spring Education Series
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NAMI Sheridan Spring Education Series
Monday evenings | March 2 – April 27
Join NAMI Sheridan for our Spring Education Series—nine Monday evenings focused on strengthening connection, building understanding, and supporting mental health in our community. These free, in-person conversations are designed to be accessible, practical, and welcoming for everyone.
FREE dinner begins at 5:30 PM
Presentation runs 6:30–7:30 PM
FREE childcare provided
Weekly Topics & Speakers
March 2 – Maternal Mental Health in Our Community
Presented by Kayla Stevens, LCSW (NAMI)
A community conversation about maternal mental health, what local data is telling us, and how we’re turning those insights into action.
March 9 – Connection Before Crisis: Supporting the Mental Health of Our Youth
Presented by Jessica Pickett & Lynette Barnes
A look at the mental health challenges students face and the role our community plays in supporting them.
March 16 – 7 Things Strong Couples Do Differently
Presented by Chae & Misti Bybee, Kintsugi Counseling
Simple, research-based tools for everyday couples.
March 23 – Circles: The Power of Connection
Presented by Bill Hawley (WH TSC) & Ann M. Perkins, PhD
Explore how meaningful connections help us cope, reach out, and support one another through life’s challenges.
March 30 – Training Your Brain to Feel Better
Presented by Katie Christopherson, MA, LPC & Janie Magelky, MSW, PCSW – Foundations for Living Whole
Learn how neurofeedback helps the brain practice calmer, healthier patterns and why some people find it helpful for focus, stress, and emotional regulation.
April 6 – Trauma: Healing in Connection
Presented by Skylar Scott, LCSW – Blue Sky Wellness
Discover how a whole-health perspective can reshape how we understand trauma and PTSD and help build a more supportive community.
April 13 – Moving Through Shame: Finding Resilience and Connection
Presented by Dr. Katie Card – Dynamic Reflections
An approachable look at how shame affects us and practical ways to build resilience and live more authentically.
April 20 – The Stigma of Mental Illness
Presented by Pat Grantham, MD
A down-to-earth conversation about how stigma shows up, why it matters, and how we can all help change the narrative.
April 27 – Smartphones, Safetyism, and the Epidemic of Mental Illness in Gen Z
Presented by William H. Campbell, MD
An exploration of how growing up online and missing out on real-world play has impacted Gen Z’s mental health.
Interested in supporting the series?
We’re currently looking for individuals, groups, or businesses who may want to sponsor or help cook a meal for one of the evenings. You do not have to pay for the meal. If you’re interested, please reach out—we’d love to have you involved!
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