Breaking the Stigma: Open Conversation About Mental Health at Work

In this session, we’ll discuss how to break the stigma surrounding mental health in the workplace, with a focus on creating an open and supportive culture. We’ll explore actionable strategies that leadership can implement to identify mental health resources available in East Texas, and how to leverage them to build more resilient and productive teams. The goal is to equip leaders with practical tools to foster a workplace that prioritizes mental well-being, while also improving overall team performance and cohesion.

Steve Tanner

Steve serves as Executive Director of Expansion for Express People Care powered by Marketplace Chaplains. Steve works with local businesses to place "care partners" into the marketplace to care for individuals.

Previously, Steve was an Employee Experience Manager at Jasper Ventures, Inc. where he worked with leadership to create a culture that aligned with the company’s vision of “Beyond Business – Building People for God’s Purposes.” He has designed and implemented programs and initiatives that enhanced employee engagement, well-being, development, and retention. Steve has a bachelor’s degree from ETBU and served as a Campus Development Pastor at Grace Community Church – Tyler for 19 years.

Millie Tanner – LPC-S

Millie is a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as an LPC Supervisor. She has been practicing for 17 years and values the therapeutic relationship as she helps clients move toward freedom and healing. She is EMDR trained and treats adults in the areas of grief, depression, generalized anxiety and trauma. She has experience in marriage counseling and affair recovery.

Millie is a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider and enjoys moving clients toward physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Millie has been married to her husband, Steve, for 28 years and has two sons in college. Texas A&M & Texas Tech!

For any questions about the event, or to suggest new content for meetings, please reach out to Broderick McGee at president@rosecityshrm.com.