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Mental Health Conferences
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2026
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Texas
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2026 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Update Conference
Mental Health Conferences
2026 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Update Conference
The 2026 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Update Conference will be held in Houston, TX, focusing on comprehensive autism care across the spectrum. It offers both in-person and virtual attendance options.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
The 2026 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Update Conference, organized by the Louis A. Faillace, MD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, focuses on autism care for youth. It aims to address the gaps in understanding and coordinating care for complex patients through a multidisciplinary approach. Attendees can expect to learn about the latest research and strategies for effective autism care, with opportunities for networking and professional development.
The agenda will cover topics such as early diagnosis, risk factors, interventions, and the integration of medical, behavioral, educational, and social services. The conference will provide a platform for healthcare providers to enhance their understanding and improve outcomes for children and adolescents with autism.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: February 21, 2026
Location: TMC Innovations
City/State: Houston, Texas
Address: 2450 Holcombe Blvd, Suite X, Gate 2450, Houston, TX 77021
Event Format: hybrid
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Louis A. Faillace, MD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
The department is part of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, focusing on psychiatry and behavioral sciences.
Email: ms.psychiatry@uth.tmc.edu
Phone: 713-486-2500
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost |
Type |
Notes |
| $225.00 |
Physician |
Standard registration for physicians. |
| $175.00 |
UTHealth Houston Physicians |
Discounted registration for UTHealth Houston physicians. |
| $200.00 |
Social Workers, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Counselors, Allied Health Professionals |
Standard registration for various health professionals. |
| $100.00 |
UTHealth Houston Social Workers, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Counselors, Allied Health Professionals |
Discounted registration for UTHealth Houston health professionals. |
| $100.00 |
Residents/Fellows |
Standard registration for residents and fellows. |
| $50.00 |
UTHealth Houston Residents/Fellows |
Discounted registration for UTHealth Houston residents and fellows. |
| $75.00 |
Post-Doctoral Fellows |
Standard registration for post-doctoral fellows. |
| $50.00 |
UTHealth Houston Post-Doctoral Fellows |
Discounted registration for UTHealth Houston post-doctoral fellows. |
| $75.00 |
Research Assistants, Interns, Students |
Standard registration for research assistants, interns, and students. |
| $50.00 |
UTHealth Houston Research Assistants, Interns, Students |
Discounted registration for UTHealth Houston research assistants, interns, and students. |
| $125.00 |
Professionals (Other) |
Standard registration for other professionals. |
| $100.00 |
UTHealth Houston Professionals (Other) |
Discounted registration for other UTHealth Houston professionals. |
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 detailed agenda for the 2026 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Update Conference is yet to be announced.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians, 6.0 hours of psychology continuing education credits, 6.0 contact hours of nursing continuing education, and 6.50 credit hours for social workers.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
There is no specific hotel information provided for the conference. Attendees may need to arrange their own accommodations.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking is available at TMC Innovations, located at 2450 Holcombe Blvd, Suite X, Gate 2450, Houston, TX 77021. Parking will not be validated or reimbursed.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Opportunities to be an exhibitor or sponsor the conference are available. Interested parties should contact Senior Marketing Coordinator Aaron Zapata for more information.
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.
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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