Psychotherapy Section Annual Conference 2024
- Counselling and psychotherapy
- Health and wellbeing
- Mental health
About
As the Section for Psychotherapy celebrates a century of groundbreaking progress we invite you to embark with us on a transformative journey! In the dynamic landscape of the 21st century, we want our annual conference this year to provide a space for innovation and reflection, inviting you to contemplate and be part of our collective journey.
Join us in exploring a wide array of themes, such as:
- Challenges and opportunities of the coming century
- Strategies to address the needs of diverse cultures and underserved groups
- The integration of technology and AI in psychotherapy
- Contemporary developments reshaping psychotherapy
We therefore would like to invite a wide range of submissions around areas such as:
- How trauma-informed care can revolutionise our approach, emphasizing safety, empowerment, and respect across cultural divides
- Exploring the vital role psychotherapy plays in fostering spaces for dialogue during times of uncertainty, ensuring every voice is heard and valued
- Reflecting on psychotherapy's evolution over the past century and how we might shape its future
From navigating the challenges of tomorrow to harnessing the power of technology and AI, we want submissions that show how we can be at the forefront of change, paving the way for a more inclusive and impactful practice.
Join us and empower yourself to find your voice and make your mark in the ever-evolving world of mental health care. With mentorship and support, you'll be equipped to navigate the complexities of modern practice with confidence and compassion.
In line with our themes this year, we're thrilled to announce Lucy Johnstone as our keynote speaker, ready to unveil the latest advancements in psychotherapy. Don't miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating event, where we celebrate the past, embrace the present, and envision an extraordinary future for psychotherapy.
Join us and ignite your passion for change at the forefront of mental health innovation!
How to attend
This event will take place at:
- The British Psychological Society
30 Tabernacle Street
London EC2A 4UE
Registration is required.
Contact us
If you have any registration questions please contact us at [email protected].
Submissions
Key submission dates
- 30 August 2024: Deadline for submission
- 20 September 2024: Notification of submission outcome
How to submit
Please ensure you read the submission guidelines below before submitting, including the reviewer guidelines. These allow you to see how your submissions will be reviewed.
Submissions must be made via the online application portal.
If this is your first time submitting you will need to create an account.
- Access the Submission Guidelines and Submit Symposia
- Access the Submission Guidelines and Submit All Submissions except Symposia
If you any queries please contact us at [email protected].
Registration
Registration must be made online.
Registration will close at 10am on Thursday 17 October 2024
Cost
Please note: all rates listed are inclusive of VAT at 20%.
| Delegate category | Registration fee |
| BPS Member | £48 |
| Non-BPS Member | £72 |
| Psychotherapy Section Member | £30 |
| Student / Concession | £10 |
How to register
Returning customers (members and non-members)
In order to register for the event you will need to sign in using your BPS website login details.
We have implemented a new Membership Database and if you haven't received your pre-registration email you will need to request your unique registration link.
Once you have the link, you can complete your registration on our portal.
Once you have registered on the portal please use your username and password to log in and register for the event.
If you have forgotten your login details, you can reset your username or password.
New customers (members and non-members)
If you are not a returning customer, you will need to create your BPS account on the portal. The process is straightforward and takes just a few minutes.
Once you have registered on the portal please use your username and password to log in and register for the event.
Speakers
Dr Lucy Johnstone
Dr Lucy Johnstone will be talking on current developments in psychotherapy and formulation.
Dr Lucy Johnstone is a consultant clinical psychologist in the UK. She is the former director of the Bristol Clinical Psychology Doctorate and was the lead author of "Good Practice Guidelines on the Use of Psychological Formulation" (Division of Clinical Psychology, 2011.) She has worked in adult mental health settings for many years, most recently in a service in South Wales. She is the author of Users and Abusers of Psychiatry (2nd edition, Routledge; 2000) and A Straight-Talking Guide to Psychiatric Diagnosis (PCCS Books; 2014), and co-editor of Formulation in Psychology and Psychotherapy: Making Sense of People's Problems (, 2nd edition, Routledge; 2013), along with a number of other chapters and articles taking a critical perspective on mental health theory and practice. She was lead author, along with Professor Mary Boyle, for the "Power Threat Meaning Framework" (PTMF), a Division of Clinical Psychology-funded project to outline a conceptual alternative to psychiatric diagnosis. Dr Johnstone currently works as an independent trainer. Her particular interest and expertise is in the use of psychological formulation, in both its individual and team versions, and in promoting trauma-informed practice.