Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health

Dedicated to advancing evidence-based therapies for mental health in Nigeria and Africa. Join us in destigmatizing mental health issues and promoting well-being

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Join us for a transformative 2-day mental health learning experience designed for students in higher institutions.

Jan 10 & 11, 2026
10AM–12NOON daily
4 Facilitators • 4 Power-Packed Sessions
Register: https://t.co/Auvd2wDDqP
Follow: https://t.co/xlKmifQNd7

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

This week at ICTMH, our free Mental Health Training explores: Gender & Depression, Understanding the Male and Female Experience.

Friday, 5 Dec 2025
8:00PM (WAT)
Zoom: https://t.co/T49D2zKNiM

For publications, events & Bright Minds Corner: https://t.co/xlKmifRl2F

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Happy Friday!
Take a moment to breathe, pause, and reset. Be kind to yourself today, small steps lead to a healthier mind.

For more mental health tips and resources, visit https://t.co/xlKmifRl2F

#MentalHealthFriday #MindfulnessMatters #Wellbeing #CognitiveTherapiesNG

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Webinar Alert
The Role of Community & Support Systems in Suicide Prevention

Sept 27, 2025
6:00 PM (WAT)
Live on FB | IG | YouTube @Cognitivetherapiesng

With:
Dr. Stephanie Okolo | Dr. Haruna Yakub | Dr. Grace Otu Effiong
Moderator: Ese Ogeneovo

Together, we can #EndTheSilence

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Join our Weekly Mental Health Training by ICTMH!

Topic: Navigating Peer Pressure & Social Media Anxiety
Dr. Grace Otu Effiong
Sept 26, 2025 | ⏰ 8PM WAT
Zoom: https://t.co/spL1Fnj8PW

Free Certificate for all participants!

#MentalHealth #ICTMH #TeenWellbeing #DigitalWellness

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Happy Birthday, Dr. Stephanie Rocky Okolo!
Founder & President of ICTMH, lecturer, clinical psychologist, researcher & US Army Chaplain—your work inspires hope, breaks stigma & transforms lives. We celebrate you today & always! 💙

#HappyBirthday #MentalHealth

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Join ICTMH’s August Webinar: “Mental Health Advocacy in Places of Worship”
Sat, Aug 30, 2025 | 6PM WAT
Speakers:
Dr. Salami, Mr. Balla Yerima, Mallam Saidu Mohammed
Moderator: Dr. Stephanie Okolo
Live on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube @Cognitivetherapiesng
#MentalHealthMatters

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Free Mental Health Training – Aug 29!
Join The Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health for “Understanding Attachment: The Doorway to Adult Healing – Part 2” with Dr. David Thompson.
Zoom: https://t.co/6oJEXwU2dJ
Free Certificate!
#MentalHealth #Therapy

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

International Youth Day
Your mind is your greatest asset — protect it.
Stay focused
Shun drugs & alcohol misuse
Prioritize mental health
Keep learning
Choose friends who lift you up

Your future matters. Choose wisely.

Follow us: @cognitivetherapiesng | https://t.co/xlKmifQNd7

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Understanding Attachment: The Doorway to Adult Healing (Part 1)
Fri, 15 Aug 2025 | 8:00 PM WAT
Dr. David Thompson
Zoom: https://t.co/2dIsXev5nd
Free Certificate for attendees

Learn how early bonds shape adult relationships & begin your healing journey.

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Free Virtual Training – Tonight @ 8PM WAT!
Topic: Postpartum Depression in Nigerian Women: The Silent Battles
🎙️ Dr. Rebecca Oluwaseun Adeyemi
🎓 Free Certificate
🔗 Register: https://t.co/KkecRKmLZl
#MentalHealth #PPD #NigerianWomen #FreeTraining

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Your mind matters. Mental health is as vital as physical health. No matter how heavy life feels, there’s always light at the end of the tunnel.

Join us in breaking the stigma across Africa: @Cognitivetherapiesng | https://t.co/xlKmifRl2F

#MentalHealthMatters

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Join Dr. Stephanie Okolo on Aug 1, 2025 for a free Zoom training: "Proactive Interference in Couples' Relationships". Learn to break patterns, build healthier bonds + get a free participation certificate!

Register: https://t.co/jAuc3wwLSA

#CouplesTherapy #FreeTraining

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

The Talking Drum of the Mind
How does African culture shape our understanding of mental health?

Join us for ICTMH’s Monthly Webinar with top experts

📅 Saturday, 26th July 2025
⏰ 6 PM (WAT)
📍 Live on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube @Cognitivetherapiesng

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

Nigerian men are hurting in silence

Let’s talk about it.
"The Weight of Silence: Mental Health Challenges Facing Nigerian Men"
🗓️ Friday 18th July 2025 | 🕗 8:00PM WAT
🎙️ Dr. David Thompson | 📍 Zoom

🔗 Register: https://t.co/VaiErszQuS
🎓 Free certificate for all participants

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING ALERT

Title: The Curse of the Competent Middle: Breaking Free from the In-Between
🗓️ Date: Friday, 11th July 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM WAT
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🎙️ Trainer: Dr. Maureen Salami

🔗 Register here: https://t.co/I6cTEwIwwb

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

TONIGHT by 8PM WAT!

Join us for a powerful Online Training titled:
"How to Support a Loved One with Mental Health Struggles"
Facilitated by Chaplain John Vianney Ijeoma

🕗 Date: Tonight
🕗 Time: 8PM WAT
📍 Online https://t.co/trMFCJ4K18

Tag someone who should attend.

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

UPCOMING WEBINAR
🗓️ Mark your calendars – June 30th!
Invite a friend, family member, or colleague. Let’s change the way we understand and respond to trauma—together.

#PTSD #MentalHealthAwareness #CulturalSensitivity #Webinar #HealingTogether #MentalHealthMatters #TraumaInformed

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

📅 Happening Every Friday
🕗 Time: 8PM
📍 Online (Zoom)

What’s it about?
These weekly mental health training sessions are not just another online meeting — they are life-giving moments where you’ll discover powerful tools to handle stress, manage emotions, build resilience.

[Initiative for Cognitive Therapies & Mental Health @cognitivemental]

UPCOMING EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Topic: Work-Life Balance for Nigerian Entrepreneurs
Date: Friday, 20th June 2025
Facilitator: Mrs. Sackey Abimbola

📍 Mark the date: Friday, 20th June 2025
🕓 Time: 8pm

Registration Link:
https://t.co/1mY93yCW8o