Not Many Days to Go: The Fire Service’s Premier Behavioral Health Conference Is Almost Here

The countdown is officially on.

FSPA is proud to have the Office of the Oregon Fire Marshal as its Conference Host.

In just 60+ days, the fireservice’s leading voices in behavioral health, psychology, leadership, and research will gather in Portland, Oregon, for the 9th Annual Conference of the Fire Service Psychology Association (FSPA) on October 15-16, 2026.

This isn’t just another conference. It’s the only national event dedicated exclusively to bringing together the fire service and behavioral health professionals to improve firefighter wellness, resilience, and readiness.

Why It Matters

Firefighters face increasing challenges related to trauma exposure, burnout, recruitment, retention, peer support, and suicide prevention. At the same time, clinicians and researchers are working to better understand the unique culture and demands of the profession.
FSPA is where those worlds come together.

For two days, attendees will exchange ideas, share emerging research, build professional relationships, and explore practical strategies that can make an immediate impact in departments and communities across the country.

Who Should Attend

Whether you’re a:
• Fire chief or executive leader
• Company officer
• Behavioral health coordinator
• Psychologist or clinician
• Peer support team member
• Researcher or graduate student

You’ll be surrounded by professionals committed to the same mission: strengthening the health and well-being of those who serve.

Meet this year’s presenters: View Speaker Lineup

Maximize Your Experience

Arrive early for special pre-conference training opportunities on October 14, including the Workers’ Comp They Didn’t Teach You workshop and the Fire Service Clinician Orientation Program.

Explore the full agenda: View Conference Schedule

The Clock Is Ticking

Sixty-three days may sound like plenty of time, but registration deadlines, travel arrangements, and packed schedules have a way of arriving faster than expected.

The conversations happening in Portland this October will help shape the future of firefighter behavioral health. The only question is:
Will you be part of them?

Register today for the 9th Annual Fire Service Psychology Association Conference and join the growing community dedicated to building the bridge between science and service.

60+ days. One mission. See you in Portland.