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When
Saturday, May 2, 2026
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Doors open at 8 am | Program begins at 8:45 am
Where
Mote (SEA) Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town Center Drive Sarasota, FL 34243

About Step Into The Light:
A Mental Health Summit

Join Us in Promoting Mental Health Wellness in Our Community

Step into the Light: A Mental Health Summit is your chance to take control of your mental health and wellbeing! This event is open to the public and designed to empower attendees to learn new coping skills, promote mental health wellness in their environment, and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. 

Whether you’re a client, clinician, parent, or advocate, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from experts, connect with others, and access valuable community resources. 

Join us for an interactive and immersive experience that will transform how you think about mental health!

STEP INTO THE LIGHT WILL START IN


Thank You, 2026 Sponsors!

Headliner Sponsor

The Peterson Family

Connection Maker

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ALW Consults

Wellness Warriors

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Roots Family Counseling
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Huisking Family Fund

Elisabeth Waters

Community Partners

Academy at Glengary
Centerstone
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North Port Behavioral Health
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Herrera Psychology
Realign Within
Atomica-Arts
Embracing Our Differences
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Banyan Psychological Center
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Maria Villella
CASL
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NAMI
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Media Sponsors

Magazine Sponsor

Sarasota Magazine logo
Herald-Tribune LocaliQ
West-Coast-Women

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