The Spring 2025 Virtual MHWA Conference aims to enhance the mental health and wellness of community college students in California. This virtual event provides a platform for professionals to engage in discussions on various mental health topics, including support for undocumented students, mindfulness strategies, threat assessment, and legal and ethical issues. Attendees can expect a series of workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities. The conference will cover essential topics such as resources for undocumented students, mindfulness techniques for self-care, and the broadening scope of mental health in higher education. Participants will have the opportunity to earn CE credits and gain insights from experienced professionals in the field.
Mental Health Conferences
Spring 2025 Virtual MHWA Conference
The Spring 2025 Virtual MHWA Conference is an online event focusing on mental health and wellness for community college students, taking place on April 17-18, 2025.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: April 17–18, 2025
Event Format: virtual
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
CA Community College Mental Health & Wellness Association
MHWA promotes the mental health, well-being, and academic success of California's community college students.
Email: ajohnson77@pasadena.edu
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $0.00 | MHWA member | Conference registration for MHWA members without CE credits. |
| $25.00 | Non-MHWA member | Conference registration for non-MHWA members. |
| $50.00 | CE Fee | Earn up to 8.75 CE credits for both MHWA and non-MHWA members. |
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.
Thursday - April 17
- 9:00-9:15 am: Welcome & MHWA Board Introduction
- 9:15-10:30 am: Resources & Support for Undocumented Students (1.25 CEs)
- 10:40-11:25 am: Chancellor's Office Updates
- 11:35-12:35 pm: Mindfulness & Somatic Strategies for Self-Care (1 CE)
- 1:30-4:30 pm: Threat Assessment Response (3 CEs)
Friday - April 18
- 8:45-9:00 am: Welcome & CE Information
- 9:00-11:00 am: Law & Ethics (2 CEs)
- 11:15-12:45 pm: The Broadening of Mental Health (1.5 CEs)
- 12:45-1:00 pm: Presentation of Soluna Services
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Mayra Barragan-O'Brien
A first-generation Latina immigrant and mental health professional, founder of UndocuMental Health.
Cynthia Guz
A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience, currently providing individual therapy via the Grow Therapy Platform.
Nicolas Beliz
A licensed clinical psychologist and supervisor at the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health School Threat Assessment Response Team.
David Leatherberry
Represents health care practices, providing business and regulatory support, with an emphasis on behavioral health.
David Walden
A licensed psychologist and consultant with over 25 years in Higher Education, focusing on the future of mental health in higher education.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Participants can earn up to 8.75 CE credits. CE credits are available for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, Psychologists, and RNs.
Other Links and Information
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