Fall 2026 Conference
Pasadena City College will be hosting our 2026 Fall Conference. Join us for a couple of days of collaborative engagement with colleagues, CE training, and skill and knowledge-building from our speakers.
Collaborators
MHWA is thankful for the collaboration with CCC Chancellor's Office &
CCC Health & Wellness Program (CARS).
Collaborators
MHWA is thankful for the collaboration with CCC Chancellor's Office &
CCC Health & Wellness Program (CARS).
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Pasadena City College
Circadian Meeting Room
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106
Campus Map
Conference Parking
Confirmed registrants will receive a guest parking permit to park for free in any student lot. We will email the permit one week before the conference. PCC does not offer overnight parking. Please check with each hotel about overnight parking costs.
Host: Alison Johnson, Psy.D.
[email protected]
Circadian Meeting Room
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106
Campus Map
Conference Parking
Confirmed registrants will receive a guest parking permit to park for free in any student lot. We will email the permit one week before the conference. PCC does not offer overnight parking. Please check with each hotel about overnight parking costs.
Host: Alison Johnson, Psy.D.
[email protected]
Accommodation Notice
We want everyone to be able to participate fully. If you have any accessibility needs, please notify us by email at [email protected] by October 1st if you would like us to arrange accommodations on your behalf.
We want everyone to be able to participate fully. If you have any accessibility needs, please notify us by email at [email protected] by October 1st if you would like us to arrange accommodations on your behalf.
registration
MHWA member
Conference* $100 (EARLY BIRD before October 8, 2026)
$200 (after October 8, 2026)
Non-MHWA member Not a member? Become a member by visiting the Membership page.
Conference* $200 (EARLY BIRD before October 8, 2026)
$300 (after October 8, 2026)
*Conference Fee includes: Registration & Breakfast/Lunch
Continuing Education (CE) credits = $25 (up to 8 credits)
CEs for LCSWs, LMFTs, Psychologists & RNs
Conference* $100 (EARLY BIRD before October 8, 2026)
$200 (after October 8, 2026)
Non-MHWA member Not a member? Become a member by visiting the Membership page.
Conference* $200 (EARLY BIRD before October 8, 2026)
$300 (after October 8, 2026)
*Conference Fee includes: Registration & Breakfast/Lunch
Continuing Education (CE) credits = $25 (up to 8 credits)
CEs for LCSWs, LMFTs, Psychologists & RNs
Online Registration: Click on the button to register for Conference.
Online Payment: After you register, click on button to pay for Conference.
AGenda
Thursday 10/22
8:30-9:00 am Check-in/Breakfast
9:00-9:30 am Welcome & MHWA Introduction/Information
9:30-10:30 am Chancellor's Office Updates
Jackie Chacon
10:30-12:00 pm Marcos Briano, Ph.D., & Gil Perez LMFT, LPCC
Peer Mentorship Progam (1.5 CEs)
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch
1:00-3:00 pm Dr. Beliz, Ph.D., LMFT
Threat Assessment (2 CEs)
3:00-3:15 pm Break
3:15-4;45 pm Monique Castro, LMFT
Indigenous Approach to Mental Health (1.5 CEs)
Friday 10/23
9:00-9:30 am Welcome & Breakfast
9:30-12:30 pm Dr. Ben Caldwell, Ph.D.
Clinical Supervision (3 CEs)
12:45-2:00 pm Lunch & MHWA Elections
2:00-2:30 pm Closing Remarks
Hotel ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotel Dena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel 303 Cordova Street Pasadena, CA 91101 $199+Tax/night Parking = $36/night Group Rate Code Access Link |
The Westin Pasadena 191 North Los Robles Avenue Pasadena, CA 91101 $239+Tax/night Parking = $19/night (self) or $28/night (valet) Group Rate Code Access Link |
airportS
Burbank Airport (BUR) ~ 17 miles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) ~29 miles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) ~29 miles
CEs Training Info
Stay tuned for additional information
Stay tuned for additional information
information
*MHWA is a CE provider approved by the California Psychological Association to provide continuing professional education for psychologists. The Board of Behavioral Sciences recognizes CE credit from CPA approved providers for LCSWs, MFTs, LEPs, and LPCCs. MHWA’s CE programs meet the California Board of Nursing’s requirements for acceptable continuing education for BRN licensees. MHWA maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Conference refund
After registering, if you cannot attend the meeting, notify Dr. Alison Johnson for a refund (prior to 10/21/2026 or credit for a subsequent conference).
Attendance policy
Those who attend full conference and complete the evaluation form will receive CE credits. Those arriving more than 15 minutes after the start time or leaving before the training is completed will not receive CE credits.
Conference refund
After registering, if you cannot attend the meeting, notify Dr. Alison Johnson for a refund (prior to 10/21/2026 or credit for a subsequent conference).
Attendance policy
Those who attend full conference and complete the evaluation form will receive CE credits. Those arriving more than 15 minutes after the start time or leaving before the training is completed will not receive CE credits.
Sponsors
MHWA is thankful for the following sponsors.
