Our Mission & Core Impact

Empowering Individuals. Strengthening Families. Safer Communities.

SSCD Mental Health and Holistic Wellness, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities through mental health support, holistic wellness, education, mentorship, and community engagement.

What We Stand For

Our comprehensive approach focuses on reducing barriers to success, preventing recidivism, decreasing crime, and promoting deep healing. We create pathways for underserved and justice-involved youth and adults to achieve emotional well-being, educational advancement, economic stability, and meaningful community involvement.

Non-profit organization HERE to promote free mental health, holistic wellness, education, mentorship, to prevent recidivism and community engagement.

Meet

SSCD Mental Health and Holistic Wellness

Craigirita Ferguson

LCSW-QS, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Qualified Supervisor, Researcher & Visionary Leader

Founder & Executive Director

Craigirita Ferguson is the Founder and Executive Director of SSCD Mental Health & Holistic Wellness, Inc. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor, she brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health, trauma-informed care, leadership, and community service. She founded SSCD to expand access to mental wellness education, holistic wellness initiatives, mentorship, and innovative community programs that empower individuals and strengthen families. Her vision is to create sustainable, evidence-informed solutions that promote healing, reduce barriers to care, and improve long-term community well-being.

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Sade Hicks

Co-Founder & Director of Community Engagement

Community Advocate, Entrepreneur & Strategic Partnership Leader

Sade Hicks is Co-Founder and Director of Community Engagement for SSCD Mental Health & Holistic Wellness, Inc. She leads community outreach, partnership development, volunteer engagement, and public awareness initiatives that connect individuals and families with accessible wellness resources. Passionate about collaboration and service, Hicks works to build meaningful relationships with community organizations, local leaders, and residents to foster inclusive spaces where education, healing, and holistic wellness can thrive.

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