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If you have additional questions, please contact hello@behavioralhealthtech.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for the Behavioral Health Tech Conference
1. What is the Behavioral Health Tech Conference all about?
The Behavioral Health Tech Conference is the largest conference focused on expanding access to mental health, substance use and autism & I/DD care through technology, health equity, and innovation. The event convenes health plans, employers, behavioral health providers, digital health companies, investors, and policy makers to connect for the purposes of advancing access to behavioral healthcare for all.
2. When and where is the event?
The in-person conference will take place on September 22-24th, 2026 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Plan to fly in on September 21st (pre-event activities begin by 4:00 PM) and fly out after the final session ending at 12:00 PM on September 24th.
3. Will I have access to the recordings after the event?
Registered attendees will receive access to the full library of session videos. For those who did not register, a limited number of recordings will be available to the public.
4. When does registration open?
Registration will launch in early 2026! To stay in the loop with 2026 updates, subscribe here.
5. When do speaker applications open?
Our Call For Speakers will open in January 2026. Our editorial committee will prioritize new speakers who have not previously spoken at Behavioral Health Tech events.
6. When are speakers notified of whether they are selected, to inform whether or not to buy a ticket separately?
All Call for Speakers applicants will be notified of their application status in March 2026. We encourage you not to wait to purchase your ticket. If you’re selected as a speaker, your ticket will be reimbursed. To lock in the best rate, register as early as possible.
7. How much does it cost to attend?
Standard tickets will cost $1,998–$2,998 depending on the time of year. Be sure to register early for the best price! Tickets include the cost of all meals during the conference: breakfasts, break refreshments, lunches and evening receptions.
In line with our mission to make mental health, substance use and I/DD services and information accessible for all, we are continuing to offer scholarships to attend the event. Thanks to several generous sponsors including California Health Care Foundation and Consulting For Human Services, we have scholarships available on a first-come, first-serve basis here early-stage startups, non-profits, government leaders, students and more. Members of the press and government are eligible to attend BHT2026 complimentary.
8. Do you have a non-profit partner again this year?
Yes! Our 2026 non-profit partner will be announced closer to the event.
Our 2025 partner was Zero8Hundred. Zero8Hundred's mission is to offer compassionate, evidence-based support to service members and their families, helping them navigate the unique challenges of transitioning from active duty to civilian life through a peer-based social work model.
9. When will the agenda be available for the event?
Our team is hard at work curating an exceptional lineup of speakers for the 2026 Behavioral Health Tech conference. The Preliminary Agenda will be released in June, and the Full Agenda will be released in August.
10. When will the online platform open up for networking before the event?
The online platform and mobile app will go live a few weeks before the conference begins. All registrants will be notified via email.
11. Can I cancel my registration?
All conference pass registrations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your pass to a colleague with the prior approval of the event organizers. To request a transfer, please contact hello@behavioralhealthtech.com no later than August 21st, 2026 with the new attendee’s details. Pass transfers are subject to review and the event organizers reserve the right to deny transfer requests at their discretion. No transfers will be allowed on-site or after the stated deadline. By completing your registration, you acknowledge and agree to this policy.
No passes can be retroactively refunded for sponsor registrations.
12. What topics will be covered during the conference?
Programming and sessions at BHT2026 will cover topics including:
The Behavioral Health Tech Conference is the largest conference focused on expanding access to mental health, substance use and autism & I/DD care through technology, health equity, and innovation. The event convenes health plans, employers, behavioral health providers, digital health companies, investors, and policy makers to connect for the purposes of advancing access to behavioral healthcare for all.
2. When and where is the event?
The in-person conference will take place on September 22-24th, 2026 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Plan to fly in on September 21st (pre-event activities begin by 4:00 PM) and fly out after the final session ending at 12:00 PM on September 24th.
3. Will I have access to the recordings after the event?
Registered attendees will receive access to the full library of session videos. For those who did not register, a limited number of recordings will be available to the public.
4. When does registration open?
Registration will launch in early 2026! To stay in the loop with 2026 updates, subscribe here.
5. When do speaker applications open?
Our Call For Speakers will open in January 2026. Our editorial committee will prioritize new speakers who have not previously spoken at Behavioral Health Tech events.
6. When are speakers notified of whether they are selected, to inform whether or not to buy a ticket separately?
All Call for Speakers applicants will be notified of their application status in March 2026. We encourage you not to wait to purchase your ticket. If you’re selected as a speaker, your ticket will be reimbursed. To lock in the best rate, register as early as possible.
7. How much does it cost to attend?
Standard tickets will cost $1,998–$2,998 depending on the time of year. Be sure to register early for the best price! Tickets include the cost of all meals during the conference: breakfasts, break refreshments, lunches and evening receptions.
In line with our mission to make mental health, substance use and I/DD services and information accessible for all, we are continuing to offer scholarships to attend the event. Thanks to several generous sponsors including California Health Care Foundation and Consulting For Human Services, we have scholarships available on a first-come, first-serve basis here early-stage startups, non-profits, government leaders, students and more. Members of the press and government are eligible to attend BHT2026 complimentary.
8. Do you have a non-profit partner again this year?
Yes! Our 2026 non-profit partner will be announced closer to the event.
Our 2025 partner was Zero8Hundred. Zero8Hundred's mission is to offer compassionate, evidence-based support to service members and their families, helping them navigate the unique challenges of transitioning from active duty to civilian life through a peer-based social work model.
9. When will the agenda be available for the event?
Our team is hard at work curating an exceptional lineup of speakers for the 2026 Behavioral Health Tech conference. The Preliminary Agenda will be released in June, and the Full Agenda will be released in August.
10. When will the online platform open up for networking before the event?
The online platform and mobile app will go live a few weeks before the conference begins. All registrants will be notified via email.
11. Can I cancel my registration?
All conference pass registrations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your pass to a colleague with the prior approval of the event organizers. To request a transfer, please contact hello@behavioralhealthtech.com no later than August 21st, 2026 with the new attendee’s details. Pass transfers are subject to review and the event organizers reserve the right to deny transfer requests at their discretion. No transfers will be allowed on-site or after the stated deadline. By completing your registration, you acknowledge and agree to this policy.
No passes can be retroactively refunded for sponsor registrations.
12. What topics will be covered during the conference?
Programming and sessions at BHT2026 will cover topics including:
- AI & High Tech
- Autism & Neurodiversity
- Community-Based + Virtual
- Workplace Benefits
- Health Systems
- High Acuity Care
- Finance, Legal, & Regulatory
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
- Specialized Care
- Youth & Young Adults
- Value & Payment
- Scaling With Quality
Upcoming Events
BHT2026: September 22-24, 2026 | Nashville, TN | Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center
