In an ever-changing world, the capacity to adapt, recover, and thrive is more essential than ever. Resilience Across the Lifespan invites psychologists, social workers, counselors, and allied professionals to explore the evolving nature of resilience from childhood through late adulthood. Across 1.5 dynamic days, we will examine how resilience manifests across developmental stages, cultural identities, and life circumstances — and how we, as professionals, can foster it in our clients, our communities, and ourselves. This engaging program blends lecture, multimedia, small-group breakouts, and experiential activities to bring the concept of resilience to life. From personal grit to systems-level strategies, attendees will leave with practical tools and renewed insight for both clinical and personal application. Participants will deepen their understanding of the cultural contexts that shape resilience and explore the ethical considerations of supporting others through challenge and change. This program is designed to meet requirements for 3 hours of continuing education in cultural competence and 2 hours in professional ethics.
Mental Health Conferences
DPA's 23rd Annual Convention
DPA's 23rd Annual Convention will be held at the Hyatt Place in Dewey Beach, Delaware. This in-person event focuses on resilience across the lifespan.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: November 6–7, 2025
Location: Hyatt Place
City/State: Dewey Beach, Delaware
Address: Hyatt Place, Dewey Beach, Delaware
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Delaware Psychological Association
The Delaware Psychological Association aims to advance psychology as a science and profession and as a means of promoting health and human welfare.
Email: dpa@depsych.org
Phone: (302) 475-1574
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $260.00 | DPA Member Complete Conference | Includes program on both days, continental breakfast, lunch and happy hour on Thursday. |
| $205.00 | DPA Member Friday Only | Includes Friday's program, continental breakfast, and lunch. |
| $110.00 | DPA Member Thursday Only | Includes Thursday's program. Add Thursday's happy hour @ $45 per person. |
| $325.00 | Non-Member Complete Conference | Includes program on both days, continental breakfast, lunch and happy hour on Thursday. |
| $250.00 | Non-Member Friday Only | Includes Friday's program, continental breakfast, and lunch. |
| $130.00 | Non-Member Thursday Only | Includes Thursday's program. Add Thursday's happy hour @ $45 per person. |
| $125.00 | Student Complete Conference | Includes program on both days, continental breakfast, lunch and happy hour on Thursday. |
| $90.00 | Student Friday Only | Includes Friday's program, continental breakfast, and lunch. |
| $55.00 | Student Thursday Only | Includes Thursday's program. Add Thursday's happy hour @ $45 per person. |
| $45.00 | Thursday Happy Hour | Happy Hour (If not attending Complete Conference). |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will take place on Thursday, November 6th, and Friday, November 7th, 2025. Thursday's session runs from 1:00 PM to 4:15 PM, and Friday's session runs from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke
Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke has over 30 years of experience in psychology, security, and investigation. She has worked with individuals experiencing various psychological challenges and has conducted research in areas such as stalking and domestic violence.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers 9 Continuing Education credits for attending both days, including 3 hours in cultural competence and 2 hours in professional ethics.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The Hyatt Place Dewey Beach offers a group rate of $135/night for a king room type. There is a two-night minimum for Friday and Saturday reservations. The cut-off date to book rooms is October 20th, 2025. Guests may call Sophie Trupo at 302-581-3314 or email at Sophie.Trupo@Hyatt.com for the Delaware Psychological Association rate.
Other Links and Information
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