Description
Ignite Hope offers mental and behavioral health services, particularly after traumatic events. They have multiple specialized programs to help community members heal from various incidents.
Program Overview
Ignite Hope operates evidence-based outreach behavioral healthcare services to people with specific and/or specialized needs. The program is partnered with the City of St. Louis and provides participants individual and group therapy, case management, and referral services through specialized programs. Their specialized programs are broad in impact, with some focusing on young children, older adults, LGBTQIA+ folks, Black communities, people healing from the impact of suicide, and losses due to gun violence & COVID-19.
Why Ignite Hope?
Over the last few years, we have seen an increase in trauma and stress related incidents as well as substance use that has occurred in the city of St. Louis. With an increase in crime statistics, racial tension, poverty, homelessness and the impact of losses due to COVID19, many families have experienced some additional stressors and circumstance that impact their lives.
Many minority communities, are more likely to experience socioeconomic disparities that may contribute to an exacerbation of mental health outcomes. Misdiagnoses, inadequate treatment and lack of cultural competence by health professionals causes distrust and may prevent BIPOC communities from seeking or staying in treatment. Many continue to hold stigmatizing beliefs about mental illness. Talking about problems with behavioral health professionals may be negatively viewed as a sign of weakness and some may feel that discussions about mental illness would not be appropriate even among family.
Ignite Hope was born out of a vision to support communities who are significantly affected by trauma, substance use, poverty, and other disparities. Dr. Lekesha Davis, and Teresa Brandon have worked in under resourced communities their entire careers. They have witnessed firsthand, the need for expanded and comprehensive support for communities of color.
These visionaries have combined their passion and experience to create Ignite Hope!
Our Mission
The mission of Ignite Hope is to provide hope, compassion, and culturally competent, behavioral health services and support to individuals and families in the community.
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
- Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
- Teens 13+ through adults
Age
- Seniors (65+)
- Youth (13-17)
- Young Adults (18-25)
- Adults (26-64)
Gender
- Transgender Women
- Transgender Men
- Non-Binary
- Agender
- Cisgender Men
- Cisgender Women
- Gender Non-Conforming
- Genderfluid
- Genderqueer
- Queer
- Questioning
- Two-Spirit
Sexuality
- Asexual Spectrum
- Aromantic Spectrum
- Bisexual
- Pansexual
- Gay
- Heterosexual / Straight
- Lesbian
- Queer
- Questioning
- Two-Spirit
- Non-Monogamous / Polyamorous
Race & Ethnicity
- Alaska Native
- Arab / Middle Eastern
- Asian: Central Asian / Asian American
- Asian: East Asian / Asian American
- Asian: South Asian / Asian American
- Asian: West Asian / Asian American
- Balkan / Bosnian
- Biethnic / Multiethnic
- Biracial / Multiracial
- Black / African-American / African Descent
- Hispanic
- Latine / Latinx
- Native American / Indigenous / First People / American Indian
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
- White / Caucasian / European American
- Jewish
Citizenship Status
- Asylum-Seeker
- Dual Citizen
- Immigrant / Child of an Immigrant
- Non-U.S. Citizen
- U.S. Citizen
- Refugee
Immigration Status
- Asylum-Seeker
- Child of Immigrant(s)
- Conditional Permanent Resident
- DACA Recipient (DREAMER) or Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) Status
- Family Member or Partner of Immigrant(s)
- Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card or Visa Holder)
- Naturalized Citizen
- Refugee
- Undocumented
- VAWA Petitioner
Disability or Chronic Health Condition
- Hearing Impairment
- Intellectual or Learning
- Neurological
- Physical
- Psychiatric/Mental Health
- Visual Impairment
- Chronic Pain
- Homebound
Military Involvement
- Active Duty Military
- Veteran
- Member of Military Family
Victim/Survivor of Relationship/Sexual Violence
- Yes
People with HIV or AIDS
- Yes
First-Time Home-Owner
- Yes
First Generation College Student
- Yes
Intersex Status
- Yes
Parent Status
- Yes
Pregnancy Status
- Yes
Housing Status
- Unhoused
Insurance Status
- Uninsured
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
- Yes
Location(s) Served Notes
- St. Louis City and County
State
- Missouri
County
- St. Louis City (MO)
- St. Louis County (MO)
Zip Code
School District
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Queer-Owned/-Led
- Yes: Queer People are in Leadership Positions
Queer-Owned/-Led Notes
- I, Dylan Gurrera, am the trauma therapist for the Trauma Recovery Center, and I am queer.
Trans-Owned/-Led
- Yes: Trans People are in Leadership Positions
Trans-Owned/-Led Notes
- I, Dylan Gurrera, am the trauma therapist for the Trauma Recovery Center, and I am genderqueer.
Immigrant-Owned/-Led Notes
BIPOC/Black-Owned/-Led
- Yes: BIPOC-Owned/-Led
- Yes: Black-Owned/-Led
- Yes: BIPOC are in Leadership Positions
- Yes: Black Folks are in Leadership Positions
BIPOC/Black-Owned/-Led Notes
Sexual Orientation-Affirming Policies
- Has Confidentiality Policies around Sexual Orientation
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Sexual Orientation
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Sexual Orientation
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Sexual Orientation
- Hiring Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Staff
Sexual Orientation-Affirming Policies Notes
Gender Identity-Affirming Policies
- Has Confidentiality Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
- Dress Code Includes Diverse Gender Expressions
- Asks For & Respects People's Pronouns
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Gender & Pronouns
- Offers Gender-Neutral Bathrooms, Single Stall Bathrooms, or Private Changing Areas
- People Can Use Bathrooms Aligned with Their Gender Identity
- Uses Gender-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
- Supports Gender-Affirming Self-Care Rituals (e.g. Binding, Tucking, Packing)
- Hiring Policies Promote Gender Diversity Among Staff
Gender Identity-Affirming Policies Notes
Immigrant-Affirming Policies
- Has Confidentiality Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
- Works With Undocumented Immigrants Without Involving Institutional Authorities
- Dress Code Includes Diverse Cultural Expressions
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Citizenship & Immigration Status
- Uses Immigrant-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
- Hiring Policies Promote Citizenship & Immigration Status Diversity Among Staff
Immigrant-Affirming Policies Notes
Black/BIPOC-Affirming Policies
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Race & Ethnicity
- Works With Black & Brown People Without Involving Institutional Authorities
- Dress Code Includes Diverse Racial & Ethnic Norms
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Race & Ethnicity
- Staff is Trained in Race & Ethnicity Issues
- Uses Black/BIPOC-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
- Curriculum or Content Includes Black/BIPOC Perspectives
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
- Hiring Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Staff