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WMHCA Conference 2027

Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape

Contact information

Conference Committee Chair: Robyn Hansen

cpc@wmhca.org


Conference Information

May 13-15, 2027

Yakima Convention Center

Yakima, WA


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Sponsor Information

Levels and Benefit Info

Conference Sponsorship Application and Agreement

By partnering with us, you will gain access to a wide range of benefits, and also align with WMHCA's mission in supporting our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI). Below are our sponsorship levels, designed to offer varying degrees of visibility, engagement, and recognition before, during, and after the event.

This year sponsors receive expanded digital visibility through our new Whova Sponsor Center, helping attendees discover and connect with sponsoring organizations before, during, and after the conference.


Call for Proposals is Open

Timeline

Opens September 3, 2026

Closes October 15, 2026

Presenters Notified December 1, 2026

WMHCA’s 2027 Conference, Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape, will take place May 13–15, 2027, in Yakima, Washington. The conference will bring together mental health professionals committed to strengthening connections and fostering inclusive, affirming spaces for healing and growth.

The WMHCA Conference Committee is dedicated to recruiting and selecting high-quality instructors who provide engaging, impactful education aligned with WMHCA’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI). We take pride in curating learning opportunities that encourage mental health professionals to grow, reflect, build connections, and integrate inclusive practices into their work.

The Yakima Convention Center is located on the traditional and ancestral lands of the Yakama Nation, who have stewarded this land since time immemorial. We honor with gratitude the land itself and the Yakama people, past, present, and future

2026-2027 Conference Committee Minutes

Meeting Information
  • The Conference Committee generally meets the 2rd Monday of the month at 9:00 AM. 
  • Meeting Registration is Below

Upcoming Meetings

    • 11/09/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    • 12/14/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    • 01/11/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    • 02/08/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    • 03/08/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    • 04/12/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    • 05/13/2027
    • 7:30 AM
    • 05/15/2027
    • 5:00 PM
    • Yakima Convention Center
    • 290
    Register

    WMHCA’s 2027 Conference, Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape, will take place May 13–15, 2027, in Yakima, Washington. The conference will bring together mental health professionals committed to strengthening connections and fostering inclusive, affirming spaces for healing and growth.

    Held during Mental Health Awareness Month, the conference offers a timely opportunity to recognize the importance of mental health, reduce stigma, and strengthen our collective commitment to accessible, equitable, and culturally responsive care. As conversations about mental health continue to evolve, clinicians play an essential role in ensuring that individuals and communities feel seen, supported, and connected.

    Two Pre-Conference Options!

    Ethics Pre-Conference: Tuesday May 11th, 2027 10:00 am - 1:00 pm PST live Zoom webinar - 3 Ethics CEs

    The Law & Ethics of Inclusive Behavioral Health Care: Disability, Language, Neurodivergence, Accommodations and the Clinician's Obligation presented by Dr. Eric Strom, JD, LMHC

    Suicide Prevention Pre-Conference: Thursday May 13th, 2027 8:00 am - 3:30 PM live in person Yakima Convention Center - 6 CEs - meets Washington State Suicide Training requirement

    Suicide Assessment, Treatment and Management presented by Emily Hughes LMFT, CMHS, SUDP

    Pre-conferences do not include meals or snacks.


    Get your tickets in advance as it is likely to sell out - registration closes April 30th, 2027.

    Single-Day Tickets: Single-day registration will be available beginning in April, space permitting.

      Schedule Posted by January 6, 2027

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        No refunds will be given.

        Washington Mental Health Association (WMHCA) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 2079. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. WMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

        • 05/17/2027
        • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
        • Zoom
        Register

        Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

      Thank you to everyone who helped make our inaugural 2026 WMHCA Conference a success!


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