NAMI Eastside Announces date and location for annual Youth Mental Health Conference

REDMOND, Wash. - Feb. 2, 2024 - PRLog -- REDMOND, WA – NAMI Eastside is excited to announce its upcoming Youth Mental Health Conference, themed "Come as You Are - Healing Through Acceptance." The event will take place on March 22, 2024, at the Together Center in Redmond. This annual gathering is a unique opportunity for the community to engage in learning and healing, driven by the youthful energy of East King County.

Youth panelists will lead insightful roundtable discussions, while local organizations will provide youth-centric resources at informational booths. Additionally, NAMI Eastside's Youth Ambassadors will showcase their impactful projects.

The conference is free for youth aged 6-25, with early bird pricing for adults at $15. It will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Together Center, just across from the AMC at 16305 NE 87th St Suite 110, Redmond, WA 98052.

Registration and additional details are available on the youth programs page at nami-eastside.org  or YMHC.org

You can also view last year's agenda and photos at nami-eastside.org/photos-from-ymhc-2023/

To read more about the YMHC and find updated information visit https://nami-eastside.org/mental-health-conference-info/

All are invited

While most presenters hail from East King County, the conference addresses challenges in youth behavioral and mental health that span from Bellingham to Portland. Everyone is welcome, and additional accommodation is available for attendees traveling longer distances. Reach out to the NAMI Eastside team for more information.

Empowering Youth Voices

The "Come as You Are" theme underscores the importance of acceptance and understanding in mental health. This year's conference focuses on the power of connection, open communication, and the collective strength that can inspire societal change and hope.

NAMI Eastside's youth programs remained strong this year with interest in trainings like Teen Mental Health First Aid, Ending the Silence, and suicide prevention courses. Cope2Thrive has been especially popular as it provides invaluable Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) training – a highly effective, drug-free approach to managing behavioral health concerns.

The conference aims to amplify the young voices that already make these programs a success, fostering a platform for change and hope.

About NAMI Eastside

NAMI Eastside, the NAMI East King County affiliate, is located at the Together Center in Redmond. This pioneering center offers affordable housing, dentistry, immigrant and ESL support services, among other resources. NAMI Eastside's offices are conveniently situated down the hall from the conference room. Visitors are always welcome to explore and engage with the many services offered.

Contact Information

Press Contact: Alec Northrop info@nami-eastside.org (425) 885-6264

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