Mental Health Conferences

PCA's 56th Annual Conference

The PCA's 56th Annual Conference will take place from October 25-27, 2024, in Harrisburg, PA. This event offers a range of sessions and networking opportunities for professionals in the counseling field.

Conference Overview

Some quick details about this conference.

The PCA's 56th Annual Conference is a premier event for counseling professionals, offering a wide range of educational sessions, keynote addresses, and networking opportunities. Attendees can expect to engage in discussions on advocacy, leadership, and ethics, as well as participate in specialized sessions on suicide prevention and awareness. The conference will also feature a variety of workshops and social events, including a drum circle and yoga sessions. The agenda includes a pre-conference institute focused on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and counseling advocacy, providing an additional opportunity for earning CE credits.

Time and Place

Maybe the most important details of the conference.

Conference Dates: October 25–27, 2024

Location: Harrisburg Hilton

City/State: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Event Format: in-person

Conference Organizer

This organization is hosting this conference.

Pennsylvania Counseling Association

This is the group that put together this event.

Email: pcaofficer.sec@gmail.com

Registration Fees

How much does this conference cost?

Cost	Type	Notes
$259.00	Full Conference Early-Bird	Early registration by September 30
$300.00	Full Conference	Regular registration from October 1 to November 5
$159.00	PCA Students Early-Bird	Early registration for PCA student members by September 30
$200.00	PCA Students	Regular registration for PCA student members from October 1 to November 5
$360.00	Non-Members Early-Bird	Early registration for non-members by September 30
$400.00	Non-Members	Regular registration for non-members from October 1 to November 5
$210.00	Non-Member Students Early-Bird	Early registration for non-member students by September 30
$250.00	Non-Member Students	Regular registration for non-member students from October 1 to November 5

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 schedule includes registration, keynote addresses, educational sessions, and networking events. Highlights include the PS-SAIGE Pre-Conference Institute, division featured sessions, and a variety of social events.

Notable Speakers

These folks will be speaking at the conference.

Kathleen Hays

Kathleen Hays, LPC, is a drum circle facilitator and rhythm teacher with experience in organizing and implementing drum circles in the Greater Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania area.

Rachel Allen

Rachel Allen is a Certified Music Practitioner, Sound Healer, Reiki Master, and Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 10 years of experience providing Trauma Sensitive yoga.

CEU Details

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

The conference offers a total of 13.75 CEs included in the registration fee, with an additional 3 hours available through the PS-SAIGE Preconference Institute.

Hotel Information

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

The conference will be held at the Harrisburg Hilton, which offers a discounted room rate of $159 for attendees. Reservations can be made online or by phone.

Parking Information

Unless you're taking public transit.

Self-parking is available at $15 per day, and valet parking is $26 per day.

Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities

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

PCA offers a variety of exhibit and sponsorship opportunities. For more information, contact the PCA Marketing Team at pcamarketingdirector@gmail.com.