Our Mission
The mission of the Judicial Commission on Mental Health is to engage and empower court systems through collaboration, education, and leadership, thereby improving the lives of individuals with mental health needs, substance use disorders, or intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Travel Scholarships Available for the 2025 Summit
The Judicial Commission on Mental Health has a limited number of scholarships to award for travel, lodging, and/or registration fees to the 2025 Judicial Summit on Mental Health. The scholarships are limited to Judges and Attorneys. Fill out the application and send it to jcmhsummit@txcourts.gov to be considered.
Scholarships will be awarded on a rolling basis until all funds have been awarded.
Rural Communities: Apply for a SIM Mapping!
The JCMH will provide adult or juvenile SIM Mapping Workshops free of charge to selected rural communities in 2025. There are no fees for registration, tuition, or materials associated with the workshops. The JCMH will cover all costs associated with workshop planning and coordination, facilitator time, analysis, and report development.
A SIM mapping workshop brings a community together to assess available resources, determine gaps in services, and plan for change. “Readiness for change” is a critical element in determining whether a SIM mapping workshop will fit the needs of a community. To determine a community’s readiness for change, the community must self-assess how well its mental health, criminal or juvenile justice systems, and substance use services are integrated. This self-assessment will help the JCMH adjust the workshop to fit each community’s needs.
Registration is OPEN!
We are excited to welcome you to Houston for the 8th Annual Judicial Summit on Mental Health
The 8th Annual Judicial Summit on Mental Health will be held October 7-8, 2025, at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria in Houston, Texas. Capacity for our in-person conference is limited. Those who are not able to attend the conference in person will have the opportunity to live-stream the event from their home or office. Attending the 2025 Judicial Summit on Mental Health provides an opportunity to engage with expert speakers and explore specialized presentations that will help you navigate complex mental health laws. It offers a valuable platform for professionals from all sectors to collaborate, share insights, and develop solutions to better address mental health challenges in Texas.
