Dr. Rose Jackson-Beavers has dedicated her career to breaking down the stigma of mental health in faith-based communities. She has spoken to thousands of congregants and church leaders, equipping them with tools to build supportive ministries that embrace mental health and disability inclusion.
With more than thirty years of experience as a social service administrator, author, and consultant, Rose has developed innovative faith-based mental health trainings that have reached churches locally and nationwide. She is recognized for her ability to bridge the gap between spirituality and behavioral health, empowering pastors and congregations to create safe, inclusive spaces for their members.
In 2023, after retirement, Rose launched a new initiative to continue training churches across the country on advanced topics in mental health, wellness, and stigma reduction. Pastors still seek her guidance because of her unique gift for teaching, her strong commitment to compassion, and her ability to turn knowledge into action.
Why is the faith-based community so important in this ministry?
Dr. Beavers explains: “It is essential for pastors and churches to help educate their communities about the importance of mental health and self-care. The community already looks to the church for after-school programs, food pantries, funerals, and weddings. Why not also look to the church for mental health education, resources, and hope?”
Note: Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with many organizations to reduce stigma around mental health in faith-based communities. While I’m grateful for those experiences, God has been showing me that my assignment is bigger than one program or one partnership.
Today, I stand fully on the mission He placed in my heart: equipping churches and communities across the country to embrace healing, break barriers, and welcome those who struggle with mental health and disability into full inclusion.
Even in retirement, pastors continue to reach out, and I remain committed to answering God’s call—teaching, speaking, and serving wherever He leads. This journey is about faith, compassion, and obedience to His plan.
As of June 2023, Beavers began providing further consultation through the Breaking Behavioral-Health Barriers (BBB) Faith Project. She emphasizes the importance of congregations participating in behavioral health training to ensure churches understand how to support people in an emergency and are ready to respond and assist before they are in crisis. In addition, Beavers’ program trains individuals to understand how to reduce the mental health stigma and connect people to local resources. Beavers is certified as a professional Christian mental health coach.
Recognitions
Rose has received many recognitions as a leader in behavioral health advocacy:
- North County, Inc. – Community Development Leadership Award (2022)
- National Council of Negro Women – East St. Louis Chapter (2019)
- East St. Louis Proclamation – Unsung Hero (2017)
- Volunteer Recognition – San Francisco Temple Church for Mental Health Awareness (2017)
- Wise Owl – Delta Sigma Theta (2016)
- Inspiring St. Louisan Award – NAACP (2011)
- Phenomenal Woman – Center for Racial Harmony (2011)
- Entrepreneur Award – Phi Delta Kappa, Alpha Nu Chapter (2010)
- Torch Light Award for Working with Teens (2010)
- Grace Hill Settlement House Patch Center – Volunteer (2007, 2008)
Testimonials
“Rose has been a mentor, consultant, colleague, coach, and friend. We met her over a year ago, and I consider our relationship a blessing. When I was ready to level up as an entrepreneur, she was right there as an advisor. She coached me to step out on Faith as I built the platform to serve others in the Faith-based community as it relates to mental wellness.“
– Neva Brooks, MBA, BSN, RN
Certified Life Coach CTA, ICF Accreditation
Diamond Sharp Coach, LLC – Nurses’ Coach
Mental Health Advocate
“This past year, I was able to self-publish my first book and I couldn’t have done that without Rose. She is a wonderful mentor, coach, speaker, and an extremely accomplished author. She does everything in excellence and I highly recommend others to utilize her services.”
– Dr. Brandy S. Peoples, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Minister, and Author
“Rose shared with her staff that as a child, she was interested in the welfare of others, their mental being, and stability. Her mother introduced the concept of counseling to her family early on, so she had life experiences to channel her expertise in knowing that counseling can be good medicine for everyone. Her mother also took her to church, and it was there she learned the church is a hospital for folks who can be saved. I am thankful for her life experiences and creativity to produce this program for the faith-based community. We are truly saved by her work.”
– Geraldine Smith First Lady
New Beginning MB Church President
First Ladies Network-FAVOR: Connecting Families
Family of Love Divine Church
“From the day I met Rose, I could tell she believe in what she does. She has a great passion for helping pastors and their congregations get the training they need to help deal with mental health challenges. The training has equipped me as a pastor to better serve our members with mental health diagnoses and those with other mental health challenges.”
– Pastor Rose Mary Jackson-Moore
Family of Love Divine Church