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Join the Georgia Society for Clinical Social Work for our 2026 Annual Conference, a two-day experience exploring the evolving landscape of social work in a time of rapid technological change and innovative therapeutic practices that respond to diverse client populations. This year’s theme, Social Work Changing Times: AI, Ethics, and Innovation, invites social workers, mental health clinicians, and students to learn, connect, and reflect on the future of the profession.

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Conference Schedule

The GSCSW Annual Conference brings together social work and mental health professionals for high-quality educational experiences. The program includes keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.

Day 1 Day 2
8:00–9:00 AM
Check-In		 8:00–9:00 AM
GSCSW Membership Breakfast (GSCSW members only — included in registration)
9:00–9:30 AM
Introductions and Announcements		 9:00–9:15 AM
Break
9:30–11:00 AM
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Lucy Cannon, LCSW, LICSW, CAADC, MATS		 9:15–9:30 AM
Introductions and Announcements
11:00–11:15 AM
Break		 9:30–11:00 AM
Keynote Speaker: Sander T. Jones, LCSW (they/them)
11:15 AM–12:45 PM
Breakout Session A: Becoming a Fat Positive Counselor: An Unlearning and Relearning Guide to Competently Working with Clients of Size — Sofia Siraj, LPC, NCC

Breakout Session B: Post-Incarceration Syndrome and the Role of Public Health Social Work in Reentry Support — Nicole L. Wiesen, PhD, MSW, CCTS-I 		11:00–11:15 AM
Break
12:45–2:00 PM
Lunch (included in registration)		 11:15 AM–12:45 PM
Breakout Session A: TBD

Breakout Session B: Beyond the Buzzwords: Practical, Ethical, and Inclusive Use of AI in Social Work — Moniek Garside, LCSW, MBA
2:00–3:30 PM
Breakout Session A: If “No” is a Complete Sentence, Why Do I Have Decision Fatigue? — Jody Long, Ed.D, LCSW

Breakout Session B: Ethical Principles for Treating Clients Considering Divorce I — Amber Lewter Cleveland, LPC and Kelley Linn, CEO Divorce Mediation Center, LLC 		12:45–2:00 PM
Lunch (included in registration)
3:30–3:45 PM
Break		 2:00–3:30 PM
Breakout Session A: Black Men, Black Relationships: Brothers’ Experience with Romance, Racism, & Patriarchy — Onoriode Evwaraye, Ph.D., LCSW

Breakout Session B: Special Considerations for Parents Practicing Non-Monogamy — Jessi Heneghan, LCSW
3:45–5:15 PM
Breakout Session A: TBD

Breakout Session B: Ethical Principles for Treating Clients Considering Divorce II — Amber Lewter Cleveland, LPC and Kelley Linn, CEO Divorce Mediation Center, LLC 		3:30–3:45 PM
Break
5:30–8:30 PM
Social Work Month Celebration Reception
(included in registration, all disciplines welcome!) 		3:45–5:15 PM
Breakout Session A: Collaborative Communication — Sander T. Jones, LCSW (they/them)

Breakout Session B: TBD
  5:15 PM
Closing Remarks

Keynote Speakers

Two keynote sessions featuring leaders in clinical social work.

Dr. Lucy Cannon
Dr. Lucy Cannon (she/her)
LCSW, LICSW, CAADC, MATS
Keynote Speaker

Dr. Lucy R. Cannon is a nationally recognized behavioral health expert, consultant, and educator with over 40 years of experience in mental health, substance use disorders treatment, and clinical social work. She is the CEO of LEJ Behavioral Health Services, LLC, where she provides training, auditing, and consultation to help organizations comply with Medicaid, CARF, and Joint Commission standards. Dr. Cannon holds a Doctorate in Education with a Concentration in Counseling Psychology and multiple licenses and certifications, reflecting her deep expertise in the field.

Throughout her career, Dr. Cannon has served in leadership roles such as Director of Behavioral Health Services at Lutheran Services of Georgia, Behavioral Health Program Manager for Fulton County, and Clinical Auditor for APS Healthcare.

Sanders Jones
Sander T. Jones (they/them)
LCSW, CCH
Keynote Speaker

Sander is a clinician, educator, and author based in Atlanta, Georgia, whose work sits at the ethical intersection of do-no-harm and embracing diversity. Sander specializes in the treatment of PTSD, Complex PTSD, anxiety/OCD, and relationship therapy, with particular expertise in working with relationship diversity, including consensual non-monogamy and kink/BDSM relationships.

For over 35 years, Sander has studied interpersonal and systemic forms of coercion, oppression, and manipulation that produce measurable psychological harm, and for the last 14 years, has brought a clinical lens to experiences that are likely to result in interpersonal trauma. Their work emphasizes that diverse identities and relationships can be equally fulfilling, loving, and supportive as those that conform to normative expectations.

CE Information

The conference will be approved for 12 continuing education hours for social workers, professional counselors, and marriage and family therapists. Attendees will earn at least five (5) Ethics CEs. *Professional counselors and marriage and family therapists’ continuing education approval is pending

Conference Hotel

Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE – Norcross
6050 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Norcross, GA 30071
Hotel Website
Room block closes on February 13, 2026 Room rate is $119.00
Booking Link: GSCSW 2026 Spring Conference GROUP CODE: G26

GSCSW Members

Early Bird Member Rate: $300.00- Through January 31, 2026
Standard Member Rate: $350 – After January 31, 2026

Non-Members

Early Bird Non-Member Rate: $350 – Through January 31, 2026
Standard Non-Member Rate: $400 – After January 31, 2026

Students

Student Rate: $100.00 – No CEU’s provided

Registration Policies

  • Early Bird pricing applies automatically until January 31, 2026.
  • Registration includes access to all conference sessions.
  • CE certificates will be issued upon completion of the conference and submission of the conference feedback survey.
  • Student attendees will not receive continuing education hours.
  • Registration fees are non-refundable.

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Registration Form

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What is your licensure status?(Required)
How long have you been in the field of social work?(Required)
Will you attend the reception - Thursday Night (included with registration)?
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