Conferences simply don't get better than this. Rich clinical content, outstanding attendees and networking opportunities, and all in an exquisite setting. It is hands-down my favorite conference of the year."
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Available Dates
May 29 - 31 | Palm Springs, CA |
Empowering Change, Encouraging Connection, Embracing Recovery
Now in its 16th year, the West Coast Symposium continues to be at the forefront of the addiction treatment and behavioral health field, providing advanced education and networking for professionals across the nation. With guidance from top national experts, this conference empowers you with cutting-edge strategies and insights, consistently adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of our field. Among a community of passionate peers, you'll explore new solutions to the critical challenges we face, while expanding your professional network.
It's time to unite together in the fight against addiction.
Now in its 16th year, the West Coast Symposium continues to be at the forefront of the addiction treatment and behavioral health field, providing advanced education and networking for professionals across the nation. With guidance from top national experts, this conference empowers you with cutting-edge strategies and insights, consistently adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of our field. Among a community of passionate peers, you'll explore new solutions to the critical challenges we face, while expanding your professional network.
It's time to unite together in the fight against addiction.
Highlights
Unity in recovery, strength in numbers.
Join us for 3 impactful days of collaboration, where you'll explore innovative treatment strategies, connect with national and influential leaders, and gain essential insights to navigate the significant changes in addiction treatment.
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1600+
Attendees
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45+
National Expert Speakers
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40+
Educational Sessions
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20+
CME/CE Credits
Unity in recovery, strength in numbers.
Join us for 3 impactful days of collaboration, where you'll explore innovative treatment strategies, connect with national and influential leaders, and gain essential insights to navigate the significant changes in addiction treatment.
1600+
Attendees
45+
National Expert Speakers
40+
Educational Sessions
20+
CME/CE Credits
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Krista Gilbert2023 Attendee -
Thanks to West Coast symposium for having a place where I can get my live CEU that are good at the PhD level. l love the diversity and also the ability to network with people I can refer to for my clients. There are so may participants that have a wide variety of treatment centers that can help my clients when I need to fins a place that fits the clients needs."
Dr. Ray Montella2024 Attendee -
The West Coast Symposium was incredibly valuable. I gained insights into top resources in the field, reconnected with current colleagues, and met new ones. The topics covered were diverse and thought-provoking. I will definitely be attending again!"
Daniel Crayton2024 Attendee
Meet Our 2024 Keynote Speakers
Leading Events, Coast to Coast
Join us at our other Symposia and continue your educational and networking journey in 2025.
Join us at our other Symposia and continue your educational and networking journey in 2025.
West Coast Symposium
May 29-31, 2025 | Palm Springs, CA
Some say the west coast is the best coast - do you agree? If so, join us for the West Coast Symposium at the iconic La Quinta Resort & Club, nestled at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains only 19 miles from Palm Springs, CA.
Cape Cod Symposium
September 4–7, 2025 | Cape Cod, MA
Enjoy the end-of-summer weather at our Cape Cod Symposium! Immerse yourself in delicious cuisine and all of the coastal New England charm that you won't find anywhere else.
East Coast Symposium
October 3-5, 2025 | West Palm Beach, FL
Join us in our new location next year! We'll be closing out the 2025 season with our East Coast Symposium in it's new South Florida home. Located downtown adjacent to CityPlace shopping and dining, two miles from the Palm Beach waterfront. Enjoy resort-style pool and cabanas, restaurants, live music, fitness classes, and lawn games.
Who Should Attend?
West Coast Symposium is designed and accredited for professionals in the fields of addiction and behavioral health, including counselors, therapists, interventionists, social workers, advanced practice nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, physician assistants, primary care physicians, executives, marketers, and others with cause commitment.