PAIN POINT #1:

Biased Assessments

Many assessments miss the mark - culturally and experientially. This impacts diagnosis, awareness, and outcome. Our aim is to help practitioners to solve this problem.

PAIN POINT #2:

Misaligned Therapy

Historically, providing people with therapy that's not congruent to their reality or not being aware of options that are impactful for people of color has created harm. We want to help practitioners avoid these harmful practices.

PAIN POINT #3:

Harmful Strategies

Our clients come to us for healing strategies & tools for a flourishing life. It is our charge, as mental health professionals to provide evidence-based practices & grounded strategies that are holistic. We want to train an army of practitioners to make this happen!

WHAT IF IT DIDN'T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY?

What if a group of caring, skilled, trained, and intentional practitioners joined together to be developed, coached, and empowered to solve these problems and more and really move the needle on how we provide holistic, relevant, and realistic therapy and counseling? The impact would be incredibly indescribeable!

"...people do not take you seriously if you don’t take yourself seriously. A sense of humor brings necessary balance to an organized life, but a life of humor blinds one to life..." - Dr. Naim Akbar

WHAT IF IT DIDN'T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY?

What if a group of caring, skilled, trained, and intentional practitioners joined together to be developed, coached, and empowered to solve these problems and more and really move the needle on how we provide holistic, relevant, and realistic therapy and counseling? The impact would be incredibly indescribeable!

"...people do not take you seriously if you don’t take yourself seriously. A sense of humor brings necessary balance to an organized life, but a life of humor blinds one to life..." - Dr. Naim Akbar

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INTRODUCING A MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONERS COHORT

(A 4 SESSION VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE FOR 4 MONTHS.)

JOIN DR. TANIA S LODGE & KINDRED SPIRIT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LEADERSHIP ON A 4 SESSION JOURNEY OF EMPOWERING PRACTITIONERS IN AFRICAN CENTERED ASSESSMENTS, GROUNDED HEALING STRATEGIES, AND CONGRUENT THERAPY PRINCIPLES. 

THIS COACHING COHORT WILL GATHER FOR FOUR, 2-HOUR COACHING SESSIONS.

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HEY I'M

(Dr. Tania Lodge, aka Dr T.)

AND MY MISSION IS TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE IDEAL OUTCOMES

Dr Lodge is an African-centered clinical and forensic psychologist. She also serves as Co-Founder and CEO of Kindred Spirit Behavioral Health. She specializes in providing culturally specific mental health services, assessments, evaluations, program development, and continuing education workshops/seminars on cultural competency and African-centered healing approaches. Dr Lodge's theoretical framework and approaches to mental health are rooted in Optimal Psychology. 

Dr Lodge holds the following degrees: Bachelor of Arts (University of Akron), Master of Education (University of Akron), Master of Arts (Fielding Graduate University), and PhD (Fielding Graduate University). She has also served on numerous professional and civic boards, been active in higher education as an Adjunct Faculty, a regular trusted voice with the judicial and prison system, and a regular contributor to academic and professional articles.

Further areas of expertise include: Full-Battery Psychological Evaluations, Forensic Psychological Evaluations, Individuals and Couples Psychotherapy, Trauma Informed Care, Severe Mental Illness, and Process Addictions. 

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS & STUDENTS ARE SAYING

"I began working with Dr. Tania in 2013 as a student, and over the past decade, I’ve transformed, not just as a clinician and scholar, but as a human being. Her mentorship and supervision, created a space where I could show up fully as myself and remain grounded through every milestone thus far."

Dr Thomas Vance

"Dr. Lodge has been an absolute light to work with. Through her diligence and vision I've seen transformative progress made in how we heal our people. I'll forever be grateful for the opportunity I had to work with her!"

Dr Evan Auguste

"Working with Dr. T. changed the trajectory of my career and life. Before meeting her, I struggled to connect with traditional theories taught in school."

Dr Lisa Sims

WHAT YOU'RE GOING TO GET FROM THIS COURSE

MODULE 1: Development & Awareness

The first step in applying OCT/BSA involves a critique and examination of the worldview that the clinician holds, including an evaluation of academic training and socialization experiences that conflict with an African-centered worldview. This module walks through that discovery approach and how to navigate the distinctions in traditional models. 

MODULE 2: Assessments

While the first step is geared toward the clinician, the Assessment Module is about the client. During this module, the clinician is coached and trained in gaining more insight into the clients experiences. This is different from traditional diagnostic phases that typically is driven by psychosocial history and background. This module explores the difference and provides the strategies.

MODULE 3: Conceptualization & Diagnosis

This module will empower the Clinician to follow the culturally specific conceptualization phase and will promote a diagnosis that is consistent with the lived experiences of the client, thereby preventing and/or again reducing the risk of overpathologizing the cultural experiences of people of African descent. When diagnoses are necessary and required, following the steps in this module increases the chance of more consistent and accurate diagnosis that will lead to more preferred and congruent treatment and interventions.

MODULE 4: Therapy & Healing Strategies

This module now teaches and trains the clinician in applying the specific interventions that are conducive with the cultural experiences of the client. The goal through this module is to help Clinicians to know how to apply a consistent intervention that matches the clients belief systems and lived experiences.

AND THERE ARE AMAZING BONUSES!

This series prepares clinicians, educators, medical professionals, coaches, advocates, and activities to begin learning, understanding, conceptualizing, and integrating optimal psychology theory and approaches to improve health outcomes for BIPOC. These FREE Bonuses further proves Kindred's commitment to see each participant excel!

BONUS #1

A FREE copy of Dr Lodge's brand new book, ABC Mental Health, releasing in Fall 2025. 

BONUS #2

A Bonus 2, 1-Hour Q&A with Dr Lodge and Other Experts and Industry Leaders.

BONUS #3

Private Virtual Think Thank Discussion Group that will allow for on-going discussion, support, and community for Cohort Members.

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\\ IN HONOR OF: Dr Linda James Myers:  Dr. Myers is known for her critique of traditional western psychological frameworks and her research on African-centered psychology. She specializes in psychology and culture, moral and spiritual identity development, healing practices and psychotherapeutic processes, and race, gender, and class intersections. Internationally known for her work developing a theory of Optimal Psychology, Dr. Myers has conducted training in England, South Africa, Ghana, and Jamaica. She is the author of numerous articles, book chapters, and five books, including Understanding an Afrocentric World View: Introduction to an Optimal Psychology.

The Foundational Framework of Kindred Optimal Coaching and Kindred Spirit Behavioral Health is the foundation laid by Dr Myers.

We Honor The Life, Living, and Legacy of Dr Myers!

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Step into a transformative journey that will expand your impact, deepen your cultural insight, and strengthen your practice as a healer. Secure your spot in this powerful 4-month cohort and invest in the growth your clients—and you—deserve.

STANDARD PACKAGE (Virtual Participation)

$1549 / per person, per cohort

This Features

  • Membership in 4 Month Virtual Cohort & Cohort Members
  • Guided Handouts & Resources
  • Research-rich insight
  • Presentation Deck & Corresponding Collaterals
  • Access to the 3 Free Bonuses
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LIFETIME ACCESS

$8896

Best Value

  • Includes ALL Features of both Standard & In Person Packages
  • A Lifetime Membership to the Kindred Optimal Coaching Vault
  • A Lifetime Discount To Additional Kindred Optimal Coaching Events & Opportunities
  • A 2-Day Shadowing Opportunity
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IN PERSON PACKAGE (In Person Participation)

$1789 / per person, per cohort

Most Popular

  • Includes ALL Features of the Standard Package
  • In Person Collaboration During Live Teaching
  • Catered Meal, Snacks, & Refreshments
  • Monthly Networking Opportunities
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The dates below represent the Four (2 Hour) Meetings For The Fall 2025 Cohort.

September 26, 2025 (12:00pm) 

October 24, 2025 (12:00pm) 

November 21, 2025 (12:00pm)

December 19, 2025 (12:00pm)

PREMIUM QUALITY GUARANTEE

We are committed to delivering an exceptional, high-impact coaching experience led by Licensed Clinical Psychologists with deep expertise in African-centered mental health frameworks. Every session is thoughtfully designed to provide practical tools, cultural insight, and transformative strategies that elevate your practice. If you don’t feel the cohort delivers meaningful value, we’ll work with you to ensure your investment results in growth and impact.

YOUR IMPACT

AFTER THIS PROGRAM

  • Participants will increase their knowledge of Optimal Psychology and its application in several settings or fields of practice.
  • Participants will increase their knowledge of Optimal Conceptual Theory and Belief Systems Analysis.
  • Participants will learn how to apply and conceptualize cases from an Optimal Conceptual Theory framework and apply them in a therapeutic setting. 
  • Increase awareness, knowledge, and skills applying culturally specific assessment and interventions.
  • Increase awareness, knowledge, and skills applying culturally specific approaches.

ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

We want to make sure you have clarity and provide you with some quick answers to some questions that may still be lingering.

MORE ABOUT KINDRED SPIRIT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 

Kindred Spirit Behavioral Health is a community mental health agency specializing in providing comprehensive culturally specific mental health services. Staffed by advanced clinicians, licensed psychologists, licensed counselors, and licensed social workers, KSBH’s theoretical framework and therapeutic approach is consistent with Optimal Conceptual Theory/Belief Systems Analysis. The staff at KSBH receive and provide ongoing and intensive training in OCT/BSA. This 4-part series program is offered for clinicians interested in becoming a provider of OCT/BSA.  

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