5th Annual • August 2027 • St. Peter, MN + Virtual

BRIDGING THE TRAUMA GAP

Conference
UNCOMFORTABLE
CONVERSATIONS.

Challenging What We Think We Know About Trauma, Treatment, and Healing

You won't agree with everything you hear. That's the point.

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The Conversation Starts Here

Some Conversations Are Too Important to Avoid.

We work in professions built around helping people navigate difficult experiences. Yet some of the most important questions in mental health, trauma, treatment, and human services are the very questions we're reluctant to ask.

What happens when our diagnoses are wrong? When evidence-based treatments don't work? When systems designed to protect people cause unintended harm? When professional assumptions go unchallenged?

The 5th Annual Bridging the Trauma Gap Conference invites professionals, advocates, and community members to step outside their comfort zones and examine the beliefs, practices, and systems that shape our work.

This isn't controversy for the sake of controversy. It's about curiosity, accountability, professional growth, and considering perspectives different from our own.

We aren't here to tell you what to think.
We're here to give you something worth thinking about.
A Different Kind of Conference

More Than Another Training.

Two days designed to spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and connect professionals across disciplines.

01 / DIALOGUE

Real Conversations

Explore complicated issues through meaningful dialogue and thoughtful disagreement.

02 / CURIOSITY

Challenge Assumptions

Examine the limitations of diagnoses, interventions, and systems through an evidence-informed lens.

03 / CONNECTION

Across Professions

Connect with clinicians, educators, child welfare professionals, healthcare providers, and advocates.

04 / ACCESS

Attend Your Way

Participate in person in southern Minnesota or join the conference virtually.

Challenging the Status Quo

The Conversations We're Ready to Have.

We're exploring the questions that don't always have comfortable answers.

Are we diagnosing mental illness, trauma responses, or both?
What happens when evidence-based practices don't fit real-world complexity?
Can trauma-informed care unintentionally create new challenges?
When do systems intended to protect actually cause harm?
What responsibilities do professionals have when treatment fails?
How will artificial intelligence change the future of mental healthcare?

These questions represent potential conference themes. Final sessions and speakers will be announced.

Join the Conversation

Registration & Pricing

Accessible professional education, whether you join us in person or online.

In-Person

Two-day conference access

$119

Proposed early-bird rate

✓ Live conference experience

✓ In-person networking

✓ Access to eligible educational sessions

✓ Whova event community

Regular: $149 | Last chance: $169

Registration Details

Virtual

Two-day online access

$109

Proposed early-bird rate

✓ Remote access to streamed sessions

✓ Participate from anywhere

✓ Whova conference community

✓ CEUs where approved and verified

Regular: $139 | Last chance: $159

Registration Details

Student / Non-CEU

Discounted in-person registration

$59

Proposed early-bird rate

✓ Two-day in-person access

✓ Connect with conference attendees

✓ Ideal for students and community members

✓ No continuing education credit

Regular: $69 | Last chance: $79

Registration Details

Pricing and registration dates are being finalized. All sales will be final, with no refunds or ticket transfers except as required by applicable law or stated in the event cancellation policy.

The Voices Behind the Conversation

2027 Speakers & Sessions

We're developing a lineup of engaging presenters who bring diverse perspectives and aren't afraid to explore challenging topics.

Speaker Announcements Coming Soon.

Check back for featured speakers, session descriptions, and the full conference agenda.

Conference Information

Everything You Need to Know.

Location & Attendance

August 2027
St. Peter, Minnesota
In-person and virtual options

Exact dates, venue details, and virtual access instructions will be announced as planning is finalized.

Continuing Education

Continuing education approvals are pending. Eligible hours, approved professions, and attendance requirements will be published as information becomes available.

Virtual attendees may have additional participation and verification requirements.

Partner With Us

Support Conversations That Matter.

Sponsoring Bridging the Trauma Gap is an opportunity to support accessible professional education, meaningful connections, and conversations that strengthen the communities we serve.

We welcome interest from organizations, businesses, and community partners. Sponsorship opportunities and details are being finalized.

Inquire About Sponsorship
Frequently Asked Questions

Good Questions Deserve Answers.

When is the 2027 conference?

The conference is planned for August 2027. Exact dates will be announced once finalized.

Can I attend virtually?

Yes. Both in-person and virtual registration options are planned. Virtual participants will receive access instructions before the event.

Will continuing education credits be offered?

Continuing education approvals are being pursued. Credit eligibility and attendance requirements will be announced as approvals are obtained.

Who should attend?

Mental health professionals, social workers, child welfare professionals, educators, healthcare providers, students, advocates, and others interested in trauma-informed services and systems.

Can I get a refund or transfer my ticket?

Registrations are final and nontransferable. No refunds or ticket transfers will be permitted except as required by law or expressly provided in the event cancellation policy.

When will speakers and sessions be announced?

Our program is currently being developed. Speaker and session announcements will be added to this page as they are confirmed.

August 2027

Let's Get Uncomfortable.
Let's Get Curious.
Let's Bridge the Gap.

Join us for the 5th Annual Bridging the Trauma Gap Conference.

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