Mental Health Conferences

2026 Washington Mental Health Counselors Association Conference

The 2026 Washington Mental Health Counselors Association Conference will be held in Seattle, WA, focusing on building inclusion and connection in therapy.

May 1–3, 2026 Seattle, Washington In-person Event CEUs Available

Conference Overview

Some quick details about this conference.

Join the Washington Mental Health Counselor’s Association for its inaugural conference focused on building inclusion and connection in therapy. The event will feature keynote sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees will engage in discussions on culturally responsive care and racial trauma, with a focus on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The conference will provide a platform for mental health professionals to connect and share insights.

The agenda includes presentations by notable speakers, including Ashley McGirt, and offers up to 12.5 CE credits. Registration prices include food, and early booking for lodging is recommended due to limited space.

Time and Place

Maybe the most important details of the conference.

Conference Dates
May 1–3, 2026
Location
Hilton SeaTac
City/State
Seattle, Washington
Address
17620 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98188
Event Format
In-person
Map for 2026 Washington Mental Health Counselors Association Conference at 17620 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98188

Conference Organizer

This organization is hosting this conference.

Washington Mental Health Counselor’s Association

This is the group that put together this event.

Registration Fees

How much does this conference cost?

Cost Type Notes
$249.00 Student Members Early Bird and Dec. 1, 2025
$349.00 Student Members March 15, 2026
$299.00 Members Early Bird
$399.00 Members Dec. 1, 2025
$499.00 Members March 15, 2026
$499.00 Non-Members Early Bird and Dec. 1, 2025
$599.00 Non-Members March 15, 2026

See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.

Notable Speakers

These folks will be speaking at the conference.

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Ashley McGirt, MSW, LICSW

Ashley McGirt will present on 'The Cost of Healing in Silence — Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care'.

CEU Details

Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).

Attendees can earn up to 12.5 CE credits.

Hotel Information

You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).

The room block is currently open at Hilton SeaTac, with discounted airfare available. Early booking is recommended as space is limited.

Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities

If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.

WMHCA is seeking sponsors for the conference. Sponsorship provides access to a wide range of benefits while aligning with WMHCA’s mission to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI).

Other Links and Information

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