Mental Health Conferences
2026 SDCA Annual Conference
The 2026 SDCA Annual Conference, themed 'Celebrating Each Other Together,' will be held in Rapid City, SD. This event brings together professionals in the counseling field for workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities.
April 23–25, 2026
Rapid City, South Dakota
In-person Event
CEUs Available
Some quick details about this conference.
The 2026 SDCA Annual Conference is a premier event for counseling professionals, offering a platform for learning, networking, and professional development. Attendees can expect a variety of workshops, keynote sessions, and opportunities to connect with peers. The conference will also feature a specialty luncheon and an awards banquet on Friday.
The agenda includes sessions on ethics and supervision, with Continuing Education Units available. Participants can also earn a graduate credit through USF by attending at least 15 hours of the conference.
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
This organization is hosting this conference.
South Dakota Counseling Association
The South Dakota Counseling Association is a state branch of the American Counseling Association, providing support and resources for counseling professionals.
| Cost |
Type |
Notes |
| $250.00 |
Professional Member of SDCA |
All Conference |
| $175.00 |
Professional Member of SDCA |
Friday Only |
| $110.00 |
Professional Member of SDCA |
Saturday Only |
| $130.00 |
Retired or Student Member of SDCA |
All Conference |
| $90.00 |
Retired or Student Member of SDCA |
Friday Only |
| $65.00 |
Retired or Student Member of SDCA |
Saturday Only |
| $325.00 |
Non SDCA Member |
All Conference |
| $275.00 |
Non SDCA Member |
Friday Only |
| $130.00 |
Non SDCA Member |
Saturday Only |
| $1200.00 |
Group Rate |
This rate is for 5 individuals |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will run from April 23 to April 25, 2026, with various sessions and events scheduled throughout. A detailed program and quick guide are available online.
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers 5 Ethics CEs and 6 Supervision CEs. Additionally, 1 Graduate Credit is available with USF for attendees participating in at least 15 hours.
You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).
SDCA has reserved a block of rooms at the Double Tree by Hilton at rates starting from $99.00 per night. Guests must specify they are with the South Dakota Counseling Association to receive the group rate. The hotel block will be released on April 8, 2026.
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.
Reminder: This is an overview of this conference, and you should consult the official website for details on registration, fees, deadlines, and other details. Quill Therapy Solutions is maintaining this information to make it more accessible to the therapist and mental health professional community.
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