Check-Inn to Reset is a mental health community committed to helping people of color reclaim their lives, restore their well-being, and find a path toward genuine fulfillment.
We serve women, men, children, veterans, and families, supporting people as they work through trauma, abuse, violence, loss, grief, pain, and the experiences that can make it difficult to feel whole, hopeful, and truly happy again.
Our work goes beyond raising awareness. We are committed to making mental health support and therapy more accessible within communities of color and other underserved and underrepresented communities, creating opportunities for people to get the support they need without stigma, shame, or barriers standing in the way.
Because sometimes, you don't need to start over. You just need a safe place to check in, reset, and begin again.
Meet the Visionary
Portia Simmons is a mental health advocate, military veteran, and generational trauma chain breaker from Charleston, South Carolina.
Drawing from her personal experiences with breaking cycles of trauma and navigating the psychological impact of racial microaggressions, she is dedicated to educating the Black community and veterans about the effects of trauma and the power of healing.
Her journal, Shaken Grounds: A Series of Short Stories & Guided Reflections to Combat Trauma and Break Generational Curses, was created as a transformative tool to help individuals confront generational wounds, develop self-awareness, and embrace personal growth.
As the founder of Check Inn to Reset, a non-profit organization offering mental health resources and a storytelling platform, Portia combines her passion and expertise to create safe spaces for healing. She is committed to breaking stigmas around mental health in the Black community and empowering others to reclaim their stories and futures.
Our Mission
To make mental health support more accessible, relatable, and inclusive for communities of color and underserved communities. We raise awareness, connect people to resources, and help individuals and families recover from trauma, grief, abuse, loss, and life experiences that affect their well-being.
Our Vision
A world where mental health care is accessible to everyone, stigma no longer keeps people from seeking help, and every person has the support and opportunity to reclaim their life, rediscover fulfillment, and thrive.
Our Values
Compassion Without Judgment
We listen without shame or judgment. Everyone deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported as they work through their experiences.
Mental Health Access for All
We believe mental health support should be accessible to everyone. We work to bring awareness, resources, and therapy opportunities to communities that have historically faced barriers to care.
Community & Connection
No one should have to face difficult experiences alone. We create opportunities for people to connect, share, learn, and find support within their communities.
Reclaim, Recover & Reset
Your past does not have to define your future. We help people process difficult experiences, reconnect with themselves, and take meaningful steps toward rebuilding their lives.
Check Inn to Reset is more than a platform—it's a movement. A movement to break cycles, create real conversations, and remind people that healing is possible.
Shaken Grounds: A Series of Short Stories & Guided Reflections to Combat Trauma and Break Generational Curses
Shaken Grounds is more than a journal, it’s a space for reflection, honesty, and growth. Through powerful prompts and guided sections, this book encourages you to explore your thoughts, confront what you’ve been carrying, and begin your healing journey in a meaningful way.
Whether you are just starting or continuing your journey, this book meets you where you are.
$29.99