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NAMI CA CONFERENCE

October 16-17, 2025

Motherhood never follows a straight path, but when your child struggles with mental illness during a global pandemic, it can feel like navigating stormy seas without a map…while your boat is sinking…and folks who’ve never gone sailing before are shouting advice from the safety of the sun-warmed beach.

In this talk, I explore how to build mental resilience and show up for our families and ourselves - no matter what. I share a message of hope, strength, and unwavering love for any parent, caregiver, or advocate who has ever felt lost in the storm.

I would love to see your familiar faces - my fellow mental health advocates, educators and NAMI parents - at the 2025 NAMI CA conference this year.

Please join me!

Event poster for NAMI California 2025 Annual Conference on October 16-17 in Sacramento, featuring speaker Tricia Creason-Valencia and key audience takeaways about mental resilience, connection, community, and joy.
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  • It was an eye opener to know myself well. I didn't know how much I had inside. Thanks for helping me express myself.

    “Crafting an Artist Statement That Shines” Workshop Attendee

  • Tricia is a gifted educator and experienced creative with deep insights into...understanding our WHY.

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  • “I would highly recommend Tricia's workshop. She explains the process and techniques in a creative, engaging and insightful way."

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  • "Vulnerable, actionable insights to unlock personal storytelling."

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  • "I would say that this session was absolutely inspiring! To hear Tricia's vulnerability was amazing, in itself."

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  • Absolutely a MUST! So real and encouraging.

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  • "Inspiring, practical techniques we can implement right away!"

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  • "Real, applicable information and resources for navigating through really hard journeys with positivity while reclaiming individual empowerment."

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  • "I literally just texted my crew that it was gold! It is!! Thank you."

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