Lindner Center of Hope to Host Community Education Day in Honor of Mental Health Month
Half-Day Community Workshop — May 3, 2026
WHAT:
Lindner Center of Hope will host its bi-annual Community Education Day, a half-day workshop designed to increase awareness of mental health and wellness, encourage open conversation, and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness. The event features a keynote presentation and multiple breakout sessions led by clinicians and experts.
WHO:
Keynote Speaker: Ross Ellenhorn, LICSW, PhD
President & CEO Welcome: Michael Groat, PhD
KEYNOTE TOPIC:
No Hope Without Fear, No Fear Without Hope: How Fear of Hope Influences Our Lives
Research shows hope is one of the strongest predictors of resilience, motivation, and well-being. Yet hope can feel risky. Many people instinctively protect themselves from disappointment by suppressing hope — a psychological reflex that can prevent forward movement in life and recovery.
Dr. Ellenhorn’s work explores the concept of fear of hope: the idea that people often possess hope but avoid acting on it because reaching toward a better future feels emotionally dangerous. Understanding this dynamic helps individuals move beyond protective avoidance and toward meaningful change.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS:
Following the keynote, attendees will choose from 12 breakout sessions across three learning blocks. Topics include:
- Stress and self-care
- Trauma and addictions
- Diagnostic assessment
- Digital media and mental health
- Suicide prevention and AI
- Recovery and wellness strategies
…and more
A community resource center will also be available throughout the event.
WHEN:
Sunday, May 3, 2026
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
WHERE:
Manor House
7440 Mason Montgomery Rd.
Mason, Ohio
SCHEDULE:
11:00 AM – Registration & Resource Center Opens
11:30 AM – “Nourishing the Mind” Buffet
12:00 PM – Welcome & Keynote
1:15 PM – Breakout Session 1
2:15 PM – Breakout Session 2
3:15 PM – Breakout Session 3
COST:
$10 per person, which includes breakfast buffet and all sessions
WHY IT MATTERS:
About one in four Americans experiences mental illness each year. Education and open dialogue help individuals recognize symptoms earlier, support loved ones, and access appropriate care.
REGISTER:
https://tinyurl.com/LCOHCED26
Lindner Center of Hope in Mason is a comprehensive mental health center providing exceptional mental health services and improving the health of our community.
We achieve this through expertise, innovation, research, education, advocacy, and putting people first. We start by meeting individuals wherever they are on their journey and relentlessly pursue excellence in all we do.