About Teranga Institute

The Teranga Institute is dedicated to advancing a holistic, culturally grounded approach to mental health and wellness. Rooted in the Wolof tradition of Teranga, a deep expression of hospitality, warmth, and belonging, the Institute translates these values into practical tools for counseling and organizational care.

 

Our mission is to inform, equip, and inspire mental health professionals, organizations, and community programs to integrate Teranga into their practices. By combining the principles of Choice Theory with multicultural and trauma informed perspectives, the Institute provides education, training, and resources that foster environments where individuals feel safe, seen, and supported.

 

Through workshops, collaborations, and research, Teranga Institute helps leaders and practitioners move beyond conventional methods to embrace approaches that honor the whole person, mind, body, spirit, family, and community. This work not only strengthens clinical outcomes but also creates cultures of care that reflect dignity, connection, and radical belonging.

 

At its heart, the Teranga Institute serves as a catalyst for transformation, supporting organizations and professionals who are ready to cultivate healing spaces where hospitality meets health, and every person can flourish.