




Offering Black communities resources, connections and support needed to help break the silence and stigma around mental health. We help individuals find the pathway to their peace and wellbeing, to choose your Joy Over Everything.




JOY IS OUR NORTH STAR
Who Are We? Who Do We Serve?
REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR SELECT PROGRAMS
The Programs serve African American individuals and families experiencing life-changing events and everyday struggles, including but not limited to stress and anxiety regarding race relations and injustice towards people of color. These programs are free for registered participants and offers up to five (5) FREE mental health therapy sessions by licensed, culturally competent clinicians in our network. Enrollment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis until funds are exhausted.
Current Initiatives
One Million Hours Joy Challenge!
Click here for more information.
Can We Talk Symposium and Joy Awards
Can We Talk Symposium and Joy Awards
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) celebrated the hard work and sacrifice of Black Mental Health Providers during our annual Can We Talk Symposium, and Joy Awards Celebration, presented virtually on June 4th, 2022. We engaged in compelling fireside chats and thought-provoking panel discussions with esteemed guests. Enjoyed informative vignettes on healing the Healers, Self Care Salons, and other ways to expand Joy in the lives of our frontline workers.
Through an open nomination process, we awarded Ten (10) finalists of the Joy Awards, $10,000 each along with a trip to L.A. for the BET Host Dinner and BET Awards, compliments of BET and friends of BLHF. The categories included Mental Health Providers with a special acknowledgment for Mental Health Advocates, and Integrated Health and Wellness Champions.


Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events









JOY IS OUR NORTH STAR
Who Are We? Who Do We Serve?
June 4th is National Black Mental Health Professionals Day!
A day of recognition to honor those dedicated Mental Health Professionals that help light the path to Joy for the Black community.
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) is proud to celebrate the hard work and sacrifice of Black Mental Health Providers during our annual Can We Talk Symposium, and Joy Awards Celebration, presented virtually on June 4th, 2022. Tune in for compelling fireside chats and thought-provoking panel discussions with esteemed guests. Enjoy informative vignettes on healing the Healers, Self Care Salons, and other ways to expand Joy in the lives of our frontline workers.
Through an open nomination process, we will award Ten (10) finalists of the Joy Awards, $10,000 each along with a very special surprise, compliments of friends of BLHF. The categories will include Mental Health Providers with a special acknowledgment for Mental Health Advocates, and Integrated Health and Wellness Champions.REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR SELECT PROGRAMS
The Programs serve African American individuals and families experiencing life-changing events and everyday struggles, including but not limited to stress and anxiety regarding race relations and injustice towards people of color. These programs are free for registered participants and offers up to five (5) FREE mental health therapy sessions by licensed, culturally competent clinicians in our network. Enrollment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis until funds are exhausted.
Current Initiatives
One Million Hours Joy Challenge!
Click here for more information.
Can We Talk Symposium and Joy Awards
Can We Talk Symposium and Joy Awards
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) celebrated the hard work and sacrifice of Black Mental Health Providers during our annual Can We Talk Symposium, and Joy Awards Celebration, presented virtually on June 4th, 2022. We engaged in compelling fireside chats and thought-provoking panel discussions with esteemed guests. Enjoyed informative vignettes on healing the Healers, Self Care Salons, and other ways to expand Joy in the lives of our frontline workers.
Through an open nomination process, we awarded Ten (10) finalists of the Joy Awards, $10,000 each along with a trip to L.A. for the BET Host Dinner and BET Awards, compliments of BET and friends of BLHF. The categories included Mental Health Providers with a special acknowledgment for Mental Health Advocates, and Integrated Health and Wellness Champions.

