Sheraton Dallas Hotel - Dallas, TX
400 Olive St
Dallas, TX 75201
TBA
Check-in: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
Self-parking is discounted at $20.00/vehicle and valet parking is approximately $50.00/day (subject to change).
Annual Texas Council Conference
June 25-27, 2025
2025 Conference Registration is Now Open!
Learn how to register here. Early Bird rates end after May 22, 2025.
The preliminary agenda is available here. Information is subject to change.
The Annual Texas Council Conference brings together local, state, and national experts to share perspectives on best practices for integrated health, person directed and recovery-based services, Mental Health First Aid, public policy, peer support, and other promising practices affecting people with serious mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
Mental Health First Aid Special Events
All Aboard for MHFA Training:
The Texas Council encourages every Local Mental/Behavioral Health Authority’s Board of Directors to participate in a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training. MHFA is a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use challenges, as well as how to help someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
North Texas Behavioral Health Authority is offering a FREE MHFA training to kick off the Texas Council Conference. This 7.5-hour in person training will take place on June 24, 2025 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel from 8am – 5pm (lunch will be on your own). Register here.
June 25-27, 2025
Sheraton Dallas Hotel - Dallas, TX
400 Olive St
Dallas, TX 75201
Thank you to Our 2025 Sponsors
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2025 Exhibitors
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Exhibitors – 2025
Booth fee includes one registration. Other company representatives will need to pay full conference fee. Upon receipt of your exhibitor registration, booths will be assigned on a first-come/first-serve basis. Exhibitor service kits will be emailed after registration and payment are received. The exhibit hall will be open during the following hours: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26. Exhibitors receive the following benefits for their participation at the Conference: Posting on website, recognition in printed materials, signage at conference and sponsor ribbon on name badge at event.
For more information, please contact:
Pat Holder, Conference Coordinator
patholder (at) austin.rr.com
(512) 349-7470
Exhibitor Registration Fees – 2024
| – | Early Bird (Before 5/22/2025) |
After Early Bird and On-Site (After 5/22/2025) |
| Booth Fee | $600 | $700 |
| Additional Exhibitor | $215 | $215 |
Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given after May 22, 2025; however, substitutions will be permitted.
Sponsors – 2025
If your organization is interested in a sponsorship opportunity, please check the appropriate box online. When completing the registration, be sure that the company name is printed exactly as it is to appear in the promotional materials. Sponsors receive the following benefits for their participation at the Conference: Posting on website, recognition in printed materials, signage at conference and sponsor ribbon on name badge at event.
For more information, please contact:
Pat Holder, Conference Coordinator
patholder (at) austin.rr.com
Sponsor Registration Fees – 2025
| Platinum | $2000 |
| Gold | $1500 |
| Silver | $1000 |
| Bronze | $500 |
Keynote Speakers
Cherene Caraco: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Cherene Caraco is a psychiatric, trauma, and suicide attempt survivor who has spent the past 28 years dedicated to understanding how services and systems can either support recovery and quality of life—or hinder them.
Cherene draws on her lived and extensive professional experience to help providers, states, managed care organizations, and systems implement trauma-informed, recovery-focused practices.
Kory M. Shrum: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Kory M. Shrum is a bestselling author and founder of A Well Cared For Human, a platform for personal growth. She hosts two podcasts—Who Killed My Mother? and A Well Cared For Human—and shares the message that your future can be bright, no matter your past.
Jeff Harry: Friday, June 27, 2025
Jeff Harry uses positive psychology and play to improve workplace culture and team dynamics. Recognized as a top HR influencer, he’s worked with Google, the NFL, and Meta to show that embracing play leads to greater creativity, connection, and growth.
Agenda
Agenda Overview
Agenda TBD
Attendance Guidelines
- Dress code is business casual for all meetings and sessions.
- Badges are required for entry to all meeting rooms, meal functions and exhibit hall.
- All sessions are open to conference attendees on a first-come/first-serve basis. As soon as all chairs are occupied, the room monitor will close the session. Fire codes prohibit attendees from standing in aisles or against walls. We appreciate your cooperation.
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Continuing Education
How To Earn Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
Continuing education credit processes will be managed through the Texas Council Conference app. Using the app, participants must:
- Check in at the beginning of the session. A unique check-in code will be provided.
- Participate in the full session.
- Complete the evaluation survey that becomes available after checking out.
- For CME/CNE/Psych PD Only: Complete the required credit claim form. The form can be obtained and returned to the CEU Desk in the Registration area.
No partial CE credits will be given. Successful completion of the ENTIRE session (90 minutes unless otherwise noted) is required to receive CE credit.
Credits Offered – 2024
- Social Work/LPC/LMFT
- Certified Peer Specialists, Certified Family Partners, and Certified Supervisors (MHPS/RSPS/PSS/CFP)
- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors (LCDC)
- Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for Accounting
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) / Medical Ethics
- Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
- Professional Development (PD) for Psychologists / Psychology Ethics
- Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
An overall conference evaluation form will also be provided. Your input will be invaluable in helping us plan next year’s Conference.
To be released.
FAQs / Contact
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Presentation slides and handouts are available here: https://txcouncil.com/conference/breakout-presentations-and-handouts/
