Yellowstone County Mental Heath Alliance presents

Bridging the Gaps Conference

Building a Connected Mental Health Network in Montana

Friday, May 21 - Saturday, May 22, 2027

About the Event

The Bridging the Gaps Conference is a pivotal event organized by the Yellowstone County Mental Health Alliance, aiming to unite mental health professionals, organizations, and community partners. This annual gathering serves as a platform for sharing knowledge, strategies, and innovations that address the pressing mental health challenges in our community. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the conference seeks to enhance mental health services and support systems, ultimately contributing to a healthier, more connected community.

What to Expect at

Bridging the Gaps 2027

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Learning for Everyone

Experience two powerful days of education, connection, and collaboration with professional development for those working in the field and accessible mental health and wellness sessions for the wider community.

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Real Conversations

Engage in honest, solution-focused conversations with professionals, community leaders, and people with lived experience who are working to strengthen mental health and well-being across Montana.

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Professional Growth

Deepen your knowledge, earn continuing education credits, and gain practical tools and insights that support your work, your organization, and the people you serve.

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Wellness in Action

Participate in interactive wellness experiences designed to support self-care, reduce stress, and strengthen your overall well-being.

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Choose Your Experience

Build an experience that fits your needs by choosing from professional breakout sessions, community workshops, panel discussions, roundtables, and wellness experiences.

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Resources & Connection

Explore the Community Resource Fair, meet local organizations and service providers, and build meaningful connections that continue long after the event ends.

GET ON THE WAITLIST

Our 2026 Speakers

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors

Bridging the Gaps was made possible through the generous support of the organizations that invested in connection, education, and stronger mental health services across our community.

Supporting Sponsor

Community Sponsors

In Kind Sponsors

Exhibitors

Montana Psychiatry & Brain Health Center
Shodair Children's Hospital
Catalyst for Change
Resilient Stories
Brainbox Psychiatry
Charlie Health
Newport Healthcare
Miss Katie Your Insurance Lady
AWARE
Professional Counselors Association of Montana
Sacred Life Craniosacral and Counseling

Relating Play
Embark Behavioral Health
406 RX
Montana Empowerment Center
Penguin Health
Provider Support Services
Frontier Psychiatry
Holistic Healing Psychiatry
The Worthy Ranch
St. John's United

BE A PART OF BTG2027

Bridging the Gaps 2026 by the Numbers

115+ Attendees | 32 Speakers | 33 Sponsors & Exhibitors

319 CE Hours Awarded | 2 Impactful Days

Why Bridging the Gaps Matters

The Bridging the Gaps Conference brings together mental health professionals, wellness practitioners, educators, advocates, and community leaders for two days of learning, collaboration, and meaningful conversation around mental health and emotional well-being.

Designed primarily for counselors, social workers, therapists, and helping professionals, this event also welcomes those in adjacent fields who are passionate about supporting healthier individuals, workplaces, families, and communities.

Through engaging presentations, interactive workshops, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities, attendees will explore topics related to mental health, trauma, burnout prevention, resilience, nervous system regulation, wellness practices, and sustainable ways of caring for ourselves and others.

Partner with Us in 2027

Help make Bridging the Gaps 2027 possible while connecting your organization with mental health professionals, community leaders, and individuals invested in stronger mental health and well-being across Montana.

Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities offer meaningful ways to increase your visibility, share valuable resources, and demonstrate your commitment to the mental health of our communities.

SEE SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

About the Alliance

The Yellowstone County Mental Health Alliance (YCMHA) is a growing network of providers, agencies, and community leaders working together to strengthen collaboration and expand access to mental health care across Montana. We officially launched in 2023 with a simple but powerful vision: to bridge gaps, build relationships, and create a more connected system of care.

Registration Is Coming Soon

Date

May 21-22, 2027

Time

8:00am - 5:00pm

Location

Billings Hotel & Convention Center

1223 Mullowney Lane Billings, MT 59101

Registration for Bridging the Gaps 2027 is not yet open. Join the waitlist to be among the first to know when sponsorship opportunities are available, speaker proposals are being accepted, and tickets go on sale!