The 2025 WVAAPP Professional Development Summit is designed to bring together professionals in the field of addiction and prevention for a series of engaging workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities. Held in the scenic Canaan Valley, WV, the summit aims to provide attendees with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance their professional practice. The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers, including experts in strategic growth, clinical psychology, and substance abuse prevention. Attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda that includes recovery meetings, a scholarship auction, and an awards banquet. The summit also offers Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for various credentials, ensuring that participants can further their professional development.
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2025 WVAAPP Professional Development Summit
The 2025 WVAAPP Professional Development Summit is set to take place in Canaan Valley, WV, offering a comprehensive program for addiction and prevention professionals.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: July 22–24, 2025
Location: Canaan Valley State Park & Resort
City/State: Canaan Valley, West Virginia
Address: Canaan Valley, WV
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
West Virginia Association of Addiction and Prevention Professionals
This is the group that put together this event.
Email: treasurer@wvaapp.org
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $275.00 | Guest | Includes meals and breaks. |
| $150.00 | Youth | For those 12 and under, includes meals and breaks. |
| $30.00 | Banquet Only | Cost for attending the banquet only. |
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 provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner on various days, including a banquet on Tuesday evening. Wednesday evening will feature a cookout and scholarship auction. Recovery meetings will be available for early birds and night owls. The detailed schedule can be found on the conference website.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Kristen Harper, M.Ed.
Head of Strategic Growth and Innovation
Deb Harris
Lead Transition Agent, Jobs and Hope, WV Schools of Diversion and Transition
Lorrie Smith
None
Jared P. Dempsey, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Jim Baker MSW, LICSW, AADC-S
Storyteller, WVCBAPP Member
Joe Deegan, MSW, LICSW, AADC-S
Business Development Liaison, Thomas Health
Stephen Loyd, MD
None
Phil Shimer
WVAAPP/WVARR Lobbyist
Josh Barker, AAS
Director of Substance Abuse Prevention & Outreach Special Advisor to the WV Attorney General
Nick Stuchell, JD
Acting Commissioner of the Bureau for Behavioral Health
The Honorable Scot Heckert
WV Delegate, District 13
Chris Schimmel, Ed.D., NCC, LPC
Professor, Associate Provost
Stephanne Thornton, LICSW, MAC
Clinical Director WV Judicial & Lawyer Assistance Program
Kenneth Jordan, MS, PRSS-SUD, PRSS-MH, RCT
Project Coordinator
Christina R. Mullins, MA
Deputy Secretary for Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders, WV Department of Human Services
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Sessions are approved for those with credentials through WVCBAPP, including PS1, PS2, PRSS-SUD, PRSS-MH, ADC, AADC, CCJP, CS.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
Lodging is not included in the registration fees. Canaan Valley State Park & Resort is full, and attendees are encouraged to seek accommodations at nearby locations such as Blackwater Falls Lodge, The Billy Hotel, or The Inn at Canaan. No reserved blocks are available at these alternative locations.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Exhibit staff must register and pay the exhibit staff fee, as sponsorships do not include registrations. Exhibit staff tickets do not include CEs; if needed, they must register at the appropriate level. The fees are set to cover food costs, and no exceptions will be made.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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