Empowerment. Representation. Excellence. Community. Strength. Legacy.
2026 BMH CONFERENCE: FEB. 13TH - 14TH 2026
CRABTREE MARRIOTT HOTEL
RALEIGH, NC
5k+
Continuing Education Hours Provided to Licensed Professionals
450+
Attendees Served and Empowered From Across the Nation
25+
Speakers Who Have Shared Research, Lived Experience, and Community Change on This Platform
THEME: BLACK POWER
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Check Out This Year's Speakers Lineup!
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Anthony Lucas M.S., CCST
Secure Minds, Secure Data: Maintaining Cyber Safety in Mental Health Practice
Kimberly Ward LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, RPT
Trigger Zones: Childhood Trauma in the Shadow of Community Violence
Corinna Young LCMHC
The Future Is Black and Brilliant: Using AI to Create Resources Without Losing the Soul of Your Work
Dr. Quadric D. Witherspoon ED.D, M.Ed
Are You Okay: Reclaiming Mental Health and Emotional Strength Among the Black Community
Ashley McGirt-Adair, MSW, LICSW
Breaking the Silence: Culturally Responsive Care and Strength-Based Healing in Black Communities
Kirk James LPC-R
Rooted in Strength: Elevating Wellness Through Self-Care for BIPOC LGBTQ+ Communities and Allies
Tameka L. Gant LPC-MHSP
Out With the Old….Stop Acting Brand New
Dr. Alexándrea Evans Oneal PsyD
Black Adoptees: Claiming Power, Claiming Space
Dion Chavis The Glad Dad LLC
H.E.R.O. in Real Life: Mental Strength and Purposeful Leadership for Brothers Who Carry It All
Rachael E. DuBose, M.S.Ed.,
LPCC-S, CCTP
Decolonizing Ethics: Reclaiming Cultural Wisdom in Clinical Work
Adriana Londono LCSW, LCAS, CCS
From Stigma to Strength: A Culturally-Responsive Approach to Black Wellness in Substance Use Treatment
Dr. Cecily Batiste Dawson PhD, LPC-S
Centering Race-Based Trauma in Counseling: Competency, Care, and Action
Dr, Rasheeka Fogg, DPC, LCMHC-QS, LCAS, CCS
A Holistic Sexology Approach to Black Women’s Intimacy Recovery
Scott Manningham M.S. LMHC
Light Up The Darkness
PARTNER WITH US.
Together, we can strengthen the future of Black mental health.
Your Support Matters.
With over 5,000 CE hours already provided, more than 450 attendees served, and 27 speakers who have shared their expertise, we know the impact is growing every year. Sponsors help us continue this momentum by investing in training, resources, and community connection that reach far beyond the conference.
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This year, we are offering sponsorship opportunities that provide visibility, recognition, and direct community impact. From premium brand exposure to exclusive networking access, your sponsorship ensures that your organization is seen as a leader in advancing mental health equity.
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Black Power. Black Excellence. Black Mental Health.
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