Sioux Empire Mental Health Summit
January 25, 2025 | 8:30AM – 12:15pm
A free event at Central Church
Studies reveal that mental health challenges affect over 22% of the American population. This is a striking statistic, especially when you consider your own relational world. If 2 out of the 10 people closest to you were struggling, what would you do to offer them hope?
Discover resources, support, and solutions as you navigate the complex topic of mental health. This year’s Sioux Empire Mental Health Summit will emphasize the importance of comprehensive care—rooted in the hope of Christ, paired with professional mental health services. Gain insights into sharing a message of hope with those facing mental health challenges.
This free event is designed for everyone. Whether you’re personally navigating mental health challenges, working with others in professional or educational settings, or supporting family or friends dealing with these issues, you’ll find inspiring, practical, and educational content at this year’s Sioux Empire Mental Health Summit.
This Year’s Speakers
Dave Campbell, MDiv
Dave serves as the lead pastor of Invitation Church since 2016 and as an adjunct theology professor at the University of Sioux Falls since 2012. He brings two decades of youth ministry experience and a heart to equip adults to respond to the unique challenges of the adolescent journey to the mental health summit.
Jennifer Anderson, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Jennifer owns and operates Arise Counseling LLC in Sioux Falls, SD. She also works for the Minnehaha and Lincoln County Board of Mental Illness as a QMHP evaluator. She obtained her Master of Social Work degree from USD in 2012. Jennifer has worked in mental health and health care for the past 18 years, specializing in individual and group therapy, emergency psychiatric care, geriatrics, complex medical needs and substance abuse.
Chris Campbell, M.A.B.S; M.A.P.C.
Chris has a Bachelor of Science degree from WVU, a Master in Biblical Studies from Trinity Theological Seminary, a Master in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, and is the Founder and President of Resolutions Counseling Inc. Chris has held numerous non-profit leadership positions and has 30+ years of pastoral and professional counseling experience.
Mental Health Summit Schedule
7:45-8:30 Attendee Registration + Vendors in Grand Central
8:30-8:45 Welcome in Oakwood Chapel
8:45-9:30 Session: Dave Campbell
9:30-9:45 Break + Vendors in Grand Central
9:45-10:30 Session: Jennifer Anderson
10:30-10:45 Break + Vendors in Grand Central
10:45-11:30 Session: Chris Campbell
11:30-12:15pm Closing session + Q&A Panel with Speakers
Partners & Vendors
The following vendors will have tables setup in Grand Central throughout the morning. Stop by their booths to learn more about their organizations, collect resources, and equip yourself to share hope with those around you.
- Reverence Counseling
- Sioux Falls Psychological/Stronghold Counseling
- Helpline Center
- Avera Behavioral Health
- Volunteers of America Dakotas
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- Sioux Falls VA Cargiver Support Program
- Restored to New Life Services
- Midwest Wellness Institute
- … more to come!
Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers
Jennifer Anderson, CSW-PIP, QMHP (Arise Counseling & Sioux Empire Mental Health Summit speaker) is an approved provider for continuing education by the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners. Social Workers can receive 2 Continuing Education clock hours or .2 Continuing Education units for attending the Summit.
