Mental Health Conferences in Iowa

Discover Iowa mental health conferences, focused on fostering care and collaboration in the heart of the Midwest. With events in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, these gatherings highlight Iowa’s commitment to addressing mental health needs.

Conferences

Hopefully one of these conferences aligns with your interests (and your locale).

March 2024

2024 IPA Spring Conference

The 2024 IPA Spring Conference will be held in Cedar Rapids, IA, focusing on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and related treatments. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity for mental health professionals to engage in comprehensive workshops.

March 22–23, 2024 Iowa Psychological Association Cedar Rapids, Iowa More Details

April 2024

Mental Health Issues in Dependent Adults

The Mental Health Issues in Dependent Adults conference will be held in Marshalltown, IA, at the Iowa Veterans Home, and streamed live online via Zoom. It focuses on the challenges of behavioral health management in long-term care settings.

April 18–19, 2024 Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Marshalltown, Iowa More Details

May 2024

The 18th Annual Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association Annual Conference

The IMHCA Conference is a state-wide hybrid event for licensed mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists, held in West Des Moines, IA.

May 8–10, 2024 Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association West Des Moines, Iowa More Details

November 2024

NAMI Iowa 2024 Annual Conference

The NAMI Iowa 2024 Annual Conference offers educational opportunities for individuals with mental health conditions, their loved ones, policymakers, and mental health professionals. It will be held in Des Moines, IA.

November 21, 2024 NAMI Iowa Des Moines, Iowa More Details

2024 Annual Mental Health Conference

The 2024 Annual Mental Health Conference by NAMI Iowa will be held in Des Moines, IA, focusing on key mental health topics through breakout sessions and keynote presentations.

November 21, 2024 NAMI Iowa Des Moines, Iowa More Details

March 2025

PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference

The PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference is set to take place at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA. This event focuses on mental health topics related to PTSD and suicide prevention.

March 26, 2025 Military and Veteran Student Services, UNI Veteran Association, & Student Wellness Services Cedar Falls, Iowa More Details

April 2025

2025 Social and Emotional Learning Conference

The 2025 Social and Emotional Learning Conference will be held in Cedar Falls, Iowa, at the University of Northern Iowa. It focuses on promoting the social, emotional, and behavioral health of children and educators.

April 04, 2025 UNI College of Education Cedar Falls, Iowa More Details

2025 IPA Spring Conference

The 2025 IPA Spring Conference is a professional gathering for mental health practitioners, held in Cedar Rapids, IA. It offers workshops and sessions on various topics, including psychopharmacology and autism spectrum disorders.

April 4–5, 2025 Iowa Psychological Association Cedar Rapids, Iowa More Details

2025 IPA Spring Conference

The 2025 IPA Spring Conference will be held in Cedar Rapids, IA, focusing on clinical psychopharmacology, sleep, and autism spectrum disorder. It offers a platform for psychologists to engage in workshops and gain CEUs.

April 4–5, 2025 Iowa Psychological Association Cedar Rapids, Iowa More Details

2025 IPA Spring Conference

The 2025 IPA Spring Conference, organized by the Iowa Psychological Association, will be held in Cedar Rapids, IA. It offers a range of workshops and presentations focused on mental health topics.

April 4–5, 2025 Iowa Psychological Association Cedar Rapids, Iowa More Details

North Iowa Behavioral Health Summit 2025

The North Iowa Behavioral Health Summit 2025 is a professional conference held in Mason City, IA, focusing on mental health topics and offering continuing education credits.

April 24, 2025 North Iowa Area Community College Mason City, Iowa More Details

May 2025

Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care

The Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care conference will be held in Marshalltown, IA, at the Iowa Veterans Home, and will also be available online via Zoom. It aims to address the mental health needs of seniors in long-term care facilities.

May 1–2, 2025 Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Marshalltown, Iowa More Details

2025 IMHCA Conference

The 2025 IMHCA Conference will be held in West Des Moines, IA, offering both in-person and online sessions. It aims to bring back popular topics from past conferences and introduce new insights.

May 7–9, 2025 Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association West Des Moines, Iowa More Details

September 2025

2025 EmpowerED Minds: The School Wellness Summit

EmpowerED Minds is a premier professional learning event focused on school wellness and mental health, taking place in Des Moines, Iowa. It brings together educators, school leaders, and mental health professionals to explore innovative solutions and strategies.

September 30 to October 1, 2025 Scanlan Center for School Mental Health Des Moines, Iowa More Details

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