Overview
The field of psychiatry is changing due to advances in diagnostic techniques and new potential therapies. In order to provide the best treatment for their patients, it is important that psychiatrists and members of the multidisciplinary care team understand new and novel forms of therapy and how to apply them in clinical practice.
The 2026 Southern Florida Psychiatry Conference is the perfect educational opportunity for applying new strategies in psychiatric clinical practice. This meeting will showcase regional experts in presentations and panel discussions. The topics will include managing challenging psychiatric conditions, including major depressive disorder, substance use disorders, schizophrenia, and more. This program creates the opportunity to review patient scenarios, reflect on how to handle challenging cases, integrate relevant evidence into real-world patient management, and get feedback from experts and peers. Emerging treatments and the best practices for using them will be addressed during this 2-day educational program.
Learning Objectives
Pertaining to psychiatric disorders and associated comorbid conditions, at the conclusion of this conference, participants should be better prepared to:
- Identify best practices in diagnosis
- Evaluate clinical trial data for approved therapies
- Assess clinical trial data for investigational therapies
- Implement evidence-based management plans to optimize patient outcomes
Target Audience
This educational activity is directed toward psychiatrists who treat patients with a range of psychiatric disorders. Psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychiatric nurses and other health care professionals interested in the treatment of patients with psychiatric disorders are invited to participate.

Patricia Ares-Romero, MD, FASAM
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JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
19999 W Country Club Dr
Aventura, FL 33180
Phone: (305) 932-6200
Southern Florida Psychiatry Hotel Reservation Site: Book Online
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Parking:
On-Site Parking
Daily: $45.00
Valet
Daily: $55.00
Electric Car Charging Station
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
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Optimizing Treatment for Difficult-to-Treat Depression: The Role of Vagal Nerve Stimulation Therapy
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
Location: Join virtually or in person in Aventura, FL
Venue: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
Scientific Session: 8:10 AM - 9:10 AM ET
Integrating Glutamatergic Agents to Advance Care for Patients with MDD
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
Location: Join virtually or in person in Aventura, FL
Venue: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
Scientific Session: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM ET
Integrating Motivational Interviewing Techniques to Overcome Barriers to the use of Long-Acting Injectable Agents in Patients with Schizophrenia
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
Location: Join virtually or in person in Aventura, FL
Venue: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
Scientific Session: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM ET
Cases and Conversations: Improving Identification and Management of Patients with Tardive Dyskinesia
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
Location: Join virtually or in person in Aventura, FL
Venue: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
Scientific Session: 2:25 PM - 3:25 PM ET

We are proud to support the Tristan Alva Alliance, a nonprofit organization ensuring that mental health services are accessible to all, especially the underinsured and uninsured.
Created in loving memory of Tristan Alva, this foundation continues his legacy by providing hope, awareness, and support for individuals affected by mental health challenges.
Through this initiative, attendees have the opportunity to make a voluntary contribution, with 100% of proceeds directly supporting the Tristan Alva Alliance.
Your support helps break down barriers to mental health care, ensuring more people can access the support they need and expanding services in underserved communities.
The Tristan Alva Alliance raffle will feature a variety of exciting prizes. Raffle tickets will be $20 each, with 100% of proceeds donated. Every ticket sold supports a great cause and gives attendees a chance to win big.
The Tristan Alva Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit based in Southern California committed to supporting mental health and wellbeing in underserved communities.

A cancellation fee of 25% will be assessed on refunds requested 90 days before the start date, a 50% fee on refunds requested 60 days before the start date, and a 75% fee on refunds requested 30 days before the start date. No refunds will be made after 30 days before the start date. There is no charge for substitution. Substitutions can only be applied to the same conference and only two substitutions will be honored.
In the event of a meeting cancellation, full refunds will be processed within 30 days of the cancellation date.
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