Bridging the Gaps Conference May 21-22, 2026
2:10-3:10
Day 2
Breakout Session #6: Roundtable Discussions
Various Facilitators
Join small-group conversations designed to spark practical ideas and collaboration. Eight roundtables, each limited to 8 participants will focus on specific topics such as rural access, trauma-informed care, telehealth, workforce well-being, and more. Attendees will participate in two 25-minute discussions, choosing different tables each round.
Understanding Differences in Licensures (Emily Lenehan, MA), Trauma Informed Care (Ariel Dehart, SWLC), Burnout and Transference (Shauna Green, MBA, CDVC, LCPC), Private Practice in Rural School Settings (Amanda Lewis, DSW, LCSW, LMFT), Cannabis Therapeutics (Kari Boiter, CG), Building Trust among Practitioners (Sara Beth Wald, BASW MAJ), Overlap of Sensory Processing and Mental Health (Tenika Miller, MS, OTR/L, ADHD-RSP, CAIP), Managing Crisis Situations during Telehealth Sessions (Jaycee Baird, PCLC)
About the YCMHA Bridging the Gaps Conference
This session is part of the 2026 YCMHA Statewide Conference – Bridging the Gaps: Building a Connected Mental Health Network in Montana, taking place May 21–22, 2026 in Billings. Join us for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection with providers from across the state.
Interested in sponsoring this session or another part of the conference? Explore opportunities at ycmentalhealthalliance.com/conference/sponsor
The Yellowstone County Mental Health Alliance (YCMHA) is proud to host the 2026 Statewide Conference – Bridging the Gaps: Building a Connected Mental Health Network in Montana on May 21–22, 2026 in Billings. This two-day event brings together mental health professionals, educators, advocates, and community leaders from across Montana for learning, collaboration, and growth. With engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and up to 10 CEUs available, the conference is designed to strengthen connections and inspire innovative solutions for mental health care across our state.