The focus of Wellness Ministry at SBPC is wellness for everyone. Please utilize this page for resources that are updated on a regular basis. Customized resources can be accessed through Melissa Bolt, see contact info at bottom of the page...

Through All the Seasons: Understanding Mental Health at Every Age

Wednesday, September 10th 6:30PM - 8:30PM

All of us have seasons in life when we struggle and could use some extra support - honestly sometimes it is hard to know what is really going on behind our feelings, thoughts and actions/reactions. For this Wellness Night we are going to look at how different struggles/challenges present through our lifespan. Specifically we will be looking at grief, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. These challenges can look quite different at different ages, so how do we know when we or a loved one may be struggling? We will be learning about how these challenges present in ages 3 - 90+. 

Come hear from local professionals who will share their expertise! These therapists are all doctorate level or post-doctorate therapists (there will be a mix on the panel).  We will be hearing from multiple professionals who have a variety of areas of specialization with ages, challenges and diagnoses. All of the professionals are from Coastal Therapy Group (https://coastaltherapygroup.com/). They have offices in Carlsbad, Encinitas and Vista (and online sessions). 

This Wellness Night is geared towards all ages - recommending that attendees are high school and above as there will be sensitive topics covered. If you have any questions or want clarification please feel free to reach out to Melissa Bolt at (858)314-9616 or wellness@solanapres.org. 

Registration open July 31st.

Are you or someone you know in need of grief support? Our Grief Support Ministry utilizes the workbook UNDERSTANDING YOUR GRIEF.

The series will begin the week of September 14th and is a 10-session series that meets weekly. Please register your interest here, and we will follow up with more details and an opportunity for you to formally register. Days of week & Times TBD.

If you have any questions regarding wellness opportunities, please contact wellness@solanapres.org.

Wellness Night (February 5, 2025)

We had a great turnout with over 125 people in attendance (including Students)!

Dr. Chinwé Williams talked with parents, grandparents and great grandparents about how we can help our children to develop GRIT and how to help ease anxiety.

Will Hutcherson had time with our youth/students talking about anxiety, depression and despair - giving them info and tools to help themselves and friends. He also had time for insightful questions from our students.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis please call 988 (the 911 for mental health emergencies). More information and chat/text options can be found by clicking the below button. 

Grace in Real Time Podcast about preteen mental health is produced by a great team here at SBPC - Paula and Jamie Mazza. 

A Mental Health Test. Online screening can be a tool in helping to decide when to seek professional resources. Mental Health America has a variety of screenings through this link.

The US Surgeon General has warned that teenage mental health has reached a crisis stage. Learn more

Melissa Bolt MSW is our Director of Wellness and Assistant Director of Children’s & Preteen Ministries. She is available to help you with your wellness needs through:

• Connecting you with appropriate and tailored resources 
• Discussing if/which resources could be helpful to your circumstances
• Praying with you 

She is able to meet via technology or in-person in her office on SBPC Campus. Please reach out with any questions, needs, or requests. All inquiries/conversations will be kept confidential.

Contact

wellness@solanapres.org

Cell (858)314-9616 Call or Text

Note that Melissa is out of the office on Fridays and Saturdays, so emails and calls will be returned starting on Mondays

Wellness will be working in conjunction with all of the programs and resources here at SPBC (see The Care Resource Guide). This program is in addition to what we have always offered.