About this Event
Connections: East Texas Behavioral Health Summit 2026
Presented by Andrews Behavioral Health and the University of Texas at Tyler
Strong communities begin with strong mental health.
Join us for Connections: East Texas Behavioral Health Summit 2026, a free community event at the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center in Tyler that brings together East Texas residents, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and community leaders to explore how we can strengthen behavioral health across our region.
This unique gathering combines a community roundtable discussion with a Behavioral Health Resource Show, creating an opportunity not only to hear from leaders working to improve mental healthcare, but also to connect directly with organizations providing support and services throughout East Texas.
Whether you are seeking resources, supporting a loved one, working in healthcare, or simply interested in the well-being of our community, Connections is designed for you.
Event Schedule at a Glance
10:00 a.m. – Doors open / Behavioral Health Resource Show begins
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Community Conversation (Roundtable Discussion)
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Behavioral Health Resource Show continues
2:00 p.m. – Event concludes
Community Conversation
From noon to 1:00 p.m., community leaders and behavioral health professionals will participate in a roundtable discussion focused on improving mental healthcare in East Texas.
This conversation will explore current challenges, emerging solutions, and the collaborative efforts underway to expand access to care and support individuals and families across our region.
Behavioral Health Resource Show
Surrounding the Community Conversation is the Behavioral Health Resource Show, where attendees can meet local organizations providing services, programs, and support related to mental and behavioral health.
The Resource Show runs:
10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
This is an opportunity to:
- Meet nonprofit organizations and healthcare providers serving East Texas
- Learn about programs that support mental wellness, recovery, and family support
- Discover resources that help connect healthy minds and healthy lives
The Resource Show is a central part of the Connections Summit, creating space for meaningful conversations and personal connections that extend beyond the roundtable discussion.
Who Should Attend?
Connections is open to anyone interested in the health and well-being of our East Texas community, including:
- Individuals seeking mental health information or support
- Family members and caregivers
- Community members who want to learn more and lend their support
- Healthcare and behavioral health professionals
- Educators, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates
Resource Show Participation
Local organizations and providers are invited to participate in the Behavioral Health Resource Show.
There is no cost to host a table, and we welcome nonprofits, healthcare providers, and community organizations that support mental health, wellness, and quality of life in East Texas.
To reserve a table and coordinate booth needs, please contact:
Join the Conversation
Mental health touches every family and every community. Connections: East Texas Behavioral Health Summit 2026creates a space where people can come together to listen, learn, and build stronger support networks for East Texas.
Register today and be part of the conversation.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
W.T. Brookshire Conference Center, 2000 West Front Street, Tyler, United States
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