Chairperson: Professor Brett Kahr

This first decade of the 2000s has heralded an unmistakable shift of influence towards the body, neuroscience, and mind-body integration. On the foundations of intersubjectivity, relational and attachment theories, revisions in the way we view the therapeutic relationship have been widely discussed. Flourishing in the wings, newer discourses such as mindfulness, eco-psychology and Queer theory are making a gradual impact on the mainstream. On centre stage, mentalisation, CBT and trauma work, have become increasingly significant theoretical pathways.

But which big ideas will become the next generation of theories we need to take us forward through the challenging next decade?

Combining proposals from leading thinkers and doers in psychotherapy, this conference will be provide you with both inspiration and a chance to locate your own practice in new thinking.

Each speaking slot is just 20 minutes so be prepared for a shower of bold ideas.