Mental Health Conferences

Annual Gulf Coast Social Work Conference

The Annual Gulf Coast Social Work Conference is a hybrid event held in Biloxi, MS, offering 13 CEU hours for social workers and related professionals. Attendees can participate in person at the IP Casino Resort & Spa or virtually.

Conference Overview

Some quick details about this conference.

The Annual Gulf Coast Social Work Conference aims to provide comprehensive education and networking opportunities for social workers and related professionals. Attendees can expect a mix of keynote presentations, workshops, and interactive sessions covering a wide range of topics such as ethics, cultural competency, and clinical practice. The conference offers 13 CEU hours, making it a valuable opportunity for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge.

The agenda includes sessions on leadership in parenting, ethics in motion, positive psychology, and mental health treatment for trauma survivors. Notable speakers include John Rosemond, Dayna Guido, and Diane Lang, among others. The event is designed to cater to both in-person and virtual attendees, ensuring accessibility and flexibility.

Time and Place

Maybe the most important details of the conference.

Conference Dates: January 30–31, 2025

Location: IP Casino Resort & Spa

City/State: Biloxi, Mississippi

Address: 850 Bayview Ave, Biloxi, MS 39530

Event Format: hybrid

Map for Annual Gulf Coast Social Work Conference at 850 Bayview Ave, Biloxi, MS 39530

Conference Organizer

This organization is hosting this conference.

Social Work Foundations

Social Work Foundations is a division of Continuing Education Productions, focusing on providing educational opportunities for social workers and related professionals.

Email: lesliea@socialworkfoundations.com

Phone: 630-234-0164

Registration Fees

How much does this conference cost?

Cost Type Notes
$299.00 Standard Registration Fee

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 spans two days, January 30 and 31, 2025, with sessions starting at 7:45 am and ending at 5:45 pm. Keynote presentations and workshops cover topics such as leadership in parenting, ethics, positive psychology, and mental health treatment for trauma survivors.

Notable Speakers

These folks will be speaking at the conference.

John Rosemond

MS, Family Psychologist, syndicated columnist, author and speaker on parenting issues.

Dayna Guido

MSW, LCSW, ACSW, known for her work in ethics and clinical supervision.

Diane Lang

MS, specializes in Positive Psychology for Clinical Practice.

Shericka Smith

DSW, LCSW, focuses on mental health treatment for Black male trauma survivors.

Lambers Fisher

LMFT, MS, expert in culturally competent practice.

Joe Wegmann

RPh., LCSW, known for his seminars on psychopharmacology.

Fred P. Stone

PhD, LCSW, focuses on veterans' mental health.

Ruth Drake

LCSW, specializes in elder abuse detection and prevention.

CEU Details

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

The conference offers 13 CEU hours, including 1.5 hours in Ethics, 1 hour in Supervision, 1.5 hours in Cultural Competency, and 1.5 hours in Mandatory Reporting.

Hotel Information

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

The conference is hosted at the IP Casino Resort & Spa in Biloxi, MS. Special room rates are available for attendees: $89.99 per night for January 28-30, and $149.99 for January 31. A $14 resort fee applies per room per night. Reservations must be made before January 9, 2025, using the group code GCSA25C.

Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities

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

Organizations interested in sponsorship or exhibiting can find more information on the Exhibitor & Host Information page.

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.

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