TRAVERSE CITY — A pair of conferences scheduled this spring aim to focus on providing continued education and business support for mental wellness practitioners across northern Michigan as the region continues to expand access in rural communities.
The Northern Michigan Mental Wellness Conference and the Group Practice Conference are set to gather mental health clinicians from the region — and across the country — to help foster professional growth and provide face-to-face connection while highlighting the area.
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