At COTHA, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're struggling with mental health issues, emotional pain, grief, or spiritual unrest, our Healing Hearts Ministry is here to support you on your journey to wholeness. Rooted in the love and grace of Christ, we provide a compassionate and confidential space where you can find comfort, encouragement, and practical guidance.

Our ministry is dedicated to walking alongside you through difficult times, offering prayer, counseling resources, and support group guidance tailored to your needs. We believe that through faith and community, everyone can experience the peace and healing that God desires for us. No matter where you are on your journey, you are not alone.

Explore our programs, connect with our caring team, and discover the hope and healing that awaits you.

Programs

Mental Health Family Support Group

1st & 3rd Sundays | 6:00–7:30 p.m.

This peer-led group is for any adult (18+) who has a loved one living with a mental health condition. It provides a safe, confidential space to connect with peers who share similar experiences. Hence, participants find they are not alone, not judged, and gain support and encouragement from others who truly understand.

Led by trained facilitators through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the group is free to attend and open to the community.

For more information, please contact Teri Trevino at HealingHearts-Trevino@cotha.org

Grief Support Group

2nd Sunday | 4:30–5:30 p.m.

This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, emotions, and memories in the company of others who truly understand. Whether you are newly grieving or have been carrying your loss for some time, the group fosters connection, validation, and hope through mutual support.
Led by trained facilitators and fellow church members, each session offers guidance and encouragement to help participants navigate grief at their own pace. Many find comfort in the shared journey and strength in the bonds formed along the way.

For more information, please contact Lisa Nelson at HealingHearts-Nelson@cotha.org

Walking Through Grief

Nine Weeks Beginning October 5 | Sundays 4:30-6:30 p.m.

This supportive and nurturing space is designed for those navigating the journey of loss. Whether you or someone you know is grieving the loss of a loved one, this program offers a compassionate community where you can share your experiences and find solace. Through guided discussions, shared stories, and spiritual support, we aim to walk alongside each other as we find healing and hope together. Register Here.

For more information, please contact Lisa Nelson at HealingHearts-Nelson@cotha.org

Other Resources

COTHA hosts several support groups and partners with other community organizations. Click here to learn more.

Our Team

Our Healing Hearts team has completed the Mental Health Coach Training through Light University.
• C-MHC101-Foundations of Mental Health Coaching: American Association Christian Counselors
• C-MHC-201 Mental Health Coaching Skills: American Association Christian Counselors
• C-MHC 301-Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders: American Association Christian Counselors

This training, coupled with life experiences, provides them with the insight and tools to listen, encourage, and discuss the next steps and resources. Additionally, they are available to listen and pray with you.

Please Note: Healing Hearts is a peer support ministry, not a professional counseling service. While our team is here to listen, pray, and walk alongside you, we are not licensed therapists or mental health professionals. We can offer encouragement, spiritual support, and guidance, as well as additional resources, but we do not provide clinical diagnosis or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, we encourage you to seek help from a qualified medical or mental health provider immediately.

Teri Trevino

Teri Trevino brings a wealth of personal experience and specialized training to support those facing family challenges. Having navigated issues such as divorce, blended families, and addiction within her own family, Teri has drawn on professional counseling, 12-step programs, and her faith to find peace and contentment. Teri is equipped to offer guidance on relationship issues, divorce, mental health treatment, setting boundaries, and managing stress and anxiety, providing practical strategies and a compassionate listening ear. Teri has completed the Mental Health Coach Training through Light University and has been trained as a NAMI Family Support Group Facilitator.

Teri is available to meet on an appointment basis and can be contacted at HealingHearts-Trevino@cotha.org

Lisa Nelson

Lisa Nelson brings from her own journey of facing family challenges, particularly navigating grief, into the support offered to others. Having walked through experiences like death, divorce, blended families, and addiction, she relied heavily on professional counseling, support programs, and her faith to find peace and healing. She is here to offer guidance on grief, relationship issues, mental health treatment, setting healthy boundaries, and managing stress and anxiety, all while providing a compassionate ear and practical advice grounded in both experience and training.

Lisa is available to meet on an appointment basis and can be contacted at HealingHearts-Nelson@cotha.org

Miguel Diaz

Miguel Diaz brings both personal experience and professional training to Healing Hearts Ministry. His own journey with mental health challenges inspires his dedication to supporting others on similar paths.

A certified NAMI Family Support Group Facilitator and a state-certified Mental Health Peer Support Specialist, Miguel offers hope, guidance, and a safe space where individuals and families can feel heard, validated, and supported in their healing journey.

Miguel is available to meet on an appointment basis and can be contacted at HealingHearts-Diaz@cotha.org

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