ANNUAL CONFERENCE • EST. BY MTI

Mental Health and Missions

Where clinical excellence meets the mission field

An annual conference of Christian mental health professionals devoted to the well-being of cross-cultural workers.


219

attendees in 2025

9.5

CE hours (NBCC approved) in 2025

Nov 19

2025 conference doors opened

DFW

Hurst, Texas

SAVE THE DATE

MHM 2026 - November 19 - 22, Hurst Conference Center, TX

Theme: Effective Mental Health Responses to Emerging Issues for Global Workers

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— Returning attendee, MHM 2025

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

A community built around those who care for the carers.

MHM brings together counselors, psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, and member care professionals - united by a calling to serve cross-cultural workers with clinical excellence and deep faith.

This conference is relationally rich and intellectually invigorating. You will leave encouraged, better equipped, and connected to a community that truly understands your work.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Built for professionals, welcoming to all

Mental health professionals

Counselors, psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, and any mental health provider serving cross-cultural workers.

Students

Students pursuing mental health careers with a heart for missions are warmly welcome. A dedicated time is set aside just for students.

Member care & agency leaders

Member care personnel and mission agency leaders are welcomed and encouraged - this community is for everyone devoted to worker wellbeing.

2026 CONFERENCE THEME

Effective Mental Health Responses to Emerging Issues for Global Workers

Each year, a volunteer team of program coordinators from across the missions world chooses the theme and selects presentations - ensuring the content stays relevant, diverse, and driven by the community itself.

PROGRAM COORDINATORS

Andrew Brown, M.A. (co-chair) • Elizabeth Loewer, Psy.D. (co-chair) • Nicole Park, Psy.D. • Susan Stocksdale, M.S. • Nancy Crawford, Psy.D. • Geoff Whiteman, Th.M., LMFT

“Effective Mental Health Responses to Emerging Issues for Global Workers”

2025 theme - explored how posture matters as we share resources, navigate conflict, and cultivate holistic mental health and spiritual wellness among those we serve.

CANCELLATION POLICY

No refunds for cancellations within 30 days of the event. A $100 late registration fee applies starting November 10th.

PRACTICAL DETAILS

Everything you need to plan your trip

DATES


LOCATION


COST (2025 Reference)

AIRPORT

QUESTIONS

November 19-22, 2026

(Thursday-Sunday)

Hurst Conference Center,

1601 Campus Dr., Hurst, TX 76054

$475

Includes lunches, dinners, & conference fees


HOTEL

Hilton Garden Inn

Adjacent with indoor access. Three other hotels within easy walking distance.


RESEARCH & RESOURCE (R&R) FAIR

15 min from DFW • 25 min from DAL

Hotel shuttle from DFW included in hotel booking


Friday evening

20-30 tables of research, resources, and organizational connections


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Join us in Hurst, TX - November 2026

An annual gathering you won’t want to miss. Questions? Email mhm@mti.org

An event hosted by Mission Training International (MTI) • Palmer Lake, CO