In-PersonCE Credits Available

IMHCA 2026 Annual Conference

Hosted by Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association

Mar 6–7, 2026 Elements by the Odyssey and Homewood Suites by Hilton Hotel, Orland Park, Illinois

Health & Social Care

About This Event

This two-day conference focuses on the clinical implications of digital technology and social media on mental health practice. The event features keynote presentations and breakout sessions examining topics such as digital divides in aging populations, trauma-informed supervision in the digital age, process addictions related to internet use, virtual reality therapy, and the impact of technology on cognitive health and interpersonal connections.

Topics Covered

DEI & Cultural Competence

Health Equity & DisparitiesImplicit Bias

Wellness & Self-Care

Provider Burnout & Resilience

Regulatory & Legal

Risk Management

Trauma, Crisis & Emergency

Suicide PreventionHuman Trafficking

Mental Health & Neurodiversity

ADHD & Neurodiversity

Ethics & Professional Conduct

Professional Boundaries

Venue

Elements by the Odyssey and Homewood Suites by Hilton Hotel

Orland Park, Illinois

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Registration & Fees

Continuing Education

CEs available for LPC/LCPC, LSW/LCSW, LMFT, and Psychologists

Hotels & Accommodations

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orland Park has a room block reserved for March 5-9, 2026, at a rate of $149 per night. Attendees are encouraged to book before February 6, 2026.

Who This Event Is For

Industries

Health & Social Care

Professional Fields

Mental Health & CounselingSocial Work

Professions

Licensed Professional CounselorsMarriage & Family TherapistsSocial WorkersMental Health CounselorsPsychologist

Who Can Attend

Mental health counselors and mental health professionals

Target Audience

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC/LCPC), Licensed Social Workers (LSW/LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), and Psychologists