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The Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference is made possible through the generous support of healthcare organizations, community partners, and philanthropic sponsors committed to strengthening behavioral health across Henderson County and Western North Carolina.

The Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference brings together behavioral health professionals, healthcare providers, educators, community organizations, and people with lived experience to share evidence-based practices and strengthen systems of care across Henderson County and Western North Carolina.

Keynote Speakers

The conference includes three keynote presentations throughout the day.

Philip Cooper

Chief Change Agent, Operation Gateway
Opening Keynote | 9:00 a.m.

The Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference is a full-day, in-person event featuring keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and opportunities for learning, connection, and collaboration.

Conference Day Schedule

Schedule subject to minor adjustments.

Monday, March 23, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Blue Ridge Community College Conference Hall
Hosted by Henderson County Department of Public Health

Overview

Join us for the 2026 Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference as we explore our theme, Connected for Impact, and guide participants through a fun National Parks–inspired journey of learning, connection, and collaboration.

Public Health Outreach brings health information and services into the community. Our Outreach Team visits established events across the county to help connect people with resources and support.

What do we do? 

At community events, the Outreach Team may provide:

Use the links below to quickly access commonly requested health information and services.

For a full list of programs and resources, visit our Community Resources page.

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