HDC 2024 Mental Health Conference: Crisis Services

Join the 2024 Mental Health Conference

Who is this for?

Mental Health Providers and Health professionals who play a pivotal role in crisis management.

The Mental Health Conference 2024 offers an extraordinary opportunity to:

• Engage with Esteemed Experts: Explore breakthroughs in mental health and crisis service provision with the valuable lessons straight from the forefront of research and practice.
• Collaborate: Share and learn best practices from mental health professionals across the spectrum of care in engaging, meaningful break-out sessions.
• Deepen Your Cultural Competence: Cultivate an environment of empathetic and effective care by deep diving into the nuances of crisis care across diverse backgrounds.
• Combat Substance Abuse and Overdose: Stay at the cutting edge of preventative measures with vital updates on identification, intervention, and support of substance use disorders.

This is an invitation to elevate your understanding, your skills, and your entire approach to mental healthcare. Together, we can create effective and sustainable practices that address the most pressing challenges our community faces.

Your Journey to Expertise Starts Here

Conference Date: May 23rd, 2024 - 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Venue: DECC - Duluth, MN

Early Bird Registration Now Open - Save Your Seat Today!

Early Bird: March 1st through April 30th - $50

Regular Pricing starting May 1: $100

Why Attend?

In an ever-evolving field, staying still is falling behind. The Mental Health Conference 2024 opens doors to a wealth of knowledge specifically in crisis management, ensuring you stay at the forefront of the field. Plus you are eligible for up to 4 CEUs.

Accelerate Your Learning

Dive into immersive, informative sessions that cover a variety of cutting-edge issues and strategies. Walk away with tangible and actionable insights to apply immediately in your work.

Connect with the Best in the Field

Forge connections with the most innovative minds in mental healthcare. These relationships can spark collaboration and support that lasts beyond the conference walls.

Beyond Inspiration

Continuing education credits will be available for all sessions, ensuring that you can turn your inspiration into certification and career advancement.

Don't miss the chance to be at the epicenter of the future of mental health care. Invest in your expertise, and in doing so, invest in those who rely on your care and commitment. Let's build a community of practice ready to face the future together.

Breakout Sessions that will be available(you can pick 2 of the 3): You will be able to select breakout in checkout.

• Responding to Substance Use Crisis: De-escalation Techniques
• Cultivating Cultural Sensitivity in Crisis Response
• Counseling Individuals in Crisis: Strategies for Recovery and Resilience

Breakout Session Descriptions

1. Responding to Substance Use Crisis: De-escalation Techniques

Speaker: Jessica Nickila - SURT Program Coordinator/Peer Recovery Specialist

Session Overview:

In this critical session, Jessica Nickila will present comprehensive strategies and techniques for responding to substance use crises. Participants will gain insights into the complexities surrounding these emergencies and learn effective de-escalation methods to safely manage and support individuals experiencing a substance use crisis. Covering behavioral cues, communication strategies, and immediate response protocols, this session aims to equip you with the skills needed to handle these difficult situations with confidence and compassion.

2. Cultivating Cultural Sensitivity in Crisis Response

Speaker: Michael Furo - HDC Crisis Response Supervisor

Session Overview:

Understanding and respecting cultural diversity plays a pivotal role in crisis response. This session will deep-dive into how health care professionals can offer culturally sensitive care during crises. It will cover the importance of cultural competence, strategies for building trust with clients from various cultural backgrounds, and how to adapt crisis response interventions to be culturally inclusive. Attendees will leave with a strengthened ability to provide empathetic, respectful, and effective support to individuals from all walks of life.

3. Counseling Individuals in Crisis: Strategies for Recovery and Resilience

Session Overview:

When individuals face crises, returning to pre-crisis functioning is a crucial step toward recovery. This session will focus on counseling techniques that support individuals in crisis towards achieving resilience and recovery. Drawing from real-life case studies and evidence-based practices, they will share intervention strategies, therapeutic approaches, and practical tools for helping clients process their experiences and regain their strength. The session aims to enhance skills in supporting clients through their healing journeys, fostering long-term resilience and well-being.