On April 14, Parkers Hope for Mental Wellness partnered with the Sapulpa Lady Chieftains to provide hygiene bags for students at Sapulpa High School. Through the thoughtful support of school counselors and community leaders, this effort helped ensure essential items reached students who need them most.
Read MoreBetty Jackson Counseling Services, PC met with Cherokee Nation Career Services to strengthen collaboration around behavioral health, reentry support, and workforce-related needs. The discussion created space to align resources, share insight, and explore practical ways to better serve individuals navigating recovery and reentry.
Read MoreDiscover how Latia Parker channels her clinical expertise and lived experience into “Breaking the Cycle,” a forward-thinking IMPACT405 column that turns trauma into transformative growth. In this powerful column, Latia R. Parker examines what young workers truly need to succeed: emotional regulation, healthy communication, patience, and strong role models. Drawing from personal experience and professional insight, she challenges workplaces to do more than critique the next generation and instead teach, mentor, and equip them to thrive.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness proudly recognizes Betty Jackson Counseling Services for earning Certification with Special Distinction from Oklahoma Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This achievement reflects 100% compliance during the renewal review and reinforces a strong commitment to quality outpatient behavioral health care.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight the Youth Impact Summit, taking place on March 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at OSU-Tulsa. This youth-centered event is designed to help young people build connections, develop new skills, and step into their power as changemakers in Tulsa.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is honored to highlight the Just the Beginning Annual Banquet, a meaningful event that supports women who have been incarcerated and are returning to the community. This important work reflects the power of restoration, dignity, and second chances by creating space for encouragement, connection, and renewed purpose.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight Kailynne Parker-White, one of our youth board members, for her leadership in the annual Sapulpa Black History Program. As president of the Sapulpa NAACP Program, Kailynne helps facilitate this meaningful event each year for students and faculty at Sapulpa High School, creating space to honor Black history, celebrate culture, and inspire the next generation.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight its participation in this year’s OU College and Career Fair on February 20, 2026. The event created an opportunity to share information about Parkers Hope’s services, connect with attendees, and increase awareness of the organization’s commitment to mental wellness and community support. The photo from page 1 also shows the Parkers Hope table display and outreach materials used during the fair, reflecting a strong presence focused on engagement and education.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness was honored to participate in the Black History Symposium at Langston University’s Tulsa campus on February 19, 2026, where the team hosted a booth, attended symposium sessions, and continued building relationships as a practicum site supporting students in the rehabilitative counseling program.
Read MoreParkers Hope is proud to highlight its participation in the Credible Messengers initiative alongside Block Builderz and community partners, supporting youth and young adults through training, leadership development, emotional wellness education, and a culminating retreat and graduation experience.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight its participation in the 13th Black Wall Street Heritage & History Festival on February 7, 2026. During this meaningful community event, our team volunteered to help serve food and support programming in honor of Billie Ruth Parker, a respected community leader whose legacy continues to inspire service, connection, and cultural pride.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight a major milestone for Parkers Hope for Men, which has officially been certified as a Level 3 Recovery residence. This recognition reflects the organization’s continued commitment to providing a structured, supportive environment for men pursuing recovery, stability, and long-term personal growth. The program has also been approved for two grants to support the reentry house and expand mental health and substance abuse services.
Read MoreA year ago, Latia R. Parker was navigating personal storms while carrying the responsibilities of a business owner, single parent, and clinician. In the midst of uncertainty, Betty Jackson Counseling Services stepped forward to help launch Parkers Hope for Mental Wellness, expanding access to mental health and substance abuse care for underserved communities. Her reflection traces hard seasons, defining moments, and the resilience shaping what comes next.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight their participation as a vendor in the 18th Annual TERO Certified Indian Owned Business Award Dinner & Engage Expo held on November 20, 2025 at the Hard Rock Hotel.
Read MoreDiscover how Latia Parker channels her clinical expertise and lived experience into “Breaking the Cycle,” a forward-thinking IMPACT405 column that turns trauma into transformative growth. Each issue delivers practical frameworks and reflective prompts designed to empower readers across all walks of life to reclaim their voice and cultivate enduring resilience.
Read MoreOn September 27, 2025, Latia Parker, recipient of the 2024 ALCAM Medical Professional Award, proudly presented this year’s honor to Raylnva Guery during the 2025 ALCAM Community Action Motivators Awards. The celebration recognized exceptional individuals and organizations driving positive change at the grassroots level—community activists, mental health advocates, and service leaders whose work continues to amplify hope, healing, and resilience throughout our region.
Read MoreParkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to spotlight Caitlin Hoagland, a distinguished member of the Oklahoma Association of Neonatal and Pediatric Therapists, on her nomination for the prestigious Provider of the Year award. This annual accolade recognizes top-tier speech, physical, and occupational therapists whose contributions are elevating standards of care for Oklahoma’s youngest patients.
Read MoreDiscover how Latia Parker channels her clinical expertise and lived experience into “Breaking the Cycle,” a forward-thinking IMPACT405 column that turns trauma into transformative growth. Each issue delivers practical frameworks and reflective prompts designed to empower readers across all walks of life to reclaim their voice and cultivate enduring resilience.
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