The South Dakota Department of Social Services invites you to the free, two-day 2025 Behavioral Health Conference, themed “Your Journey Matters.”
What to Expect
At this conference, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about:
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Prevention and Treatment: Understanding how to prevent and treat mental health and substance use issues.
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Recovery Supports: Discovering resources to help individuals on their journey to recovery.
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Burnout and Compassion Fatigue: Recognizing and addressing the emotional toll on caregivers and professionals.
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At-Risk Populations: Learning about groups who may face higher risks and how to support them.
The conference will feature keynote speakers, including:
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Dr. Kim Gorgens: A rehabilitation psychologist and expert on brain injuries.
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Dr. David A. Jobes: A psychologist specializing in suicide prevention.
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Jamie Tworkowski: Founder of “To Write Love on Her Arms,” a nonprofit focused on mental health.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available for attendees.
Registration is open through July 25 at 11:59 PM or until capacity is reached. To register, visit the official conference page.
For questions, please email DSSPREVCONT@state.sd.us.
