Welcome! 
The final conference programme detailing each of the 60 parallel sessions is now available.
You can view the structure of the whole conference here and follow the links to see the detailed content of each session.
If you are a lead presenter or a co-presenter and you would like to see when your session is scheduled, please click here.
An overview of the full conference programme is available to view
in PDF format by clicking here.
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Conference Objectives:
- to bring together professionals and practitioners to stimulate awareness of Trauma and Dissociation and to share knowledge;
- to showcase the latest strategic, research and practice developments from around the world that relate to Trauma and Dissociation.
What's on offer?
A unique conference experience involving:
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world renowned keynote speakers with critically important strategic vision;
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over 60 interactive workshop sessions involving researchers, practitioners and professionals;
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latest research findings that will inspire you, increase your understanding and impact upon your day to day practice;
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examples of how Trauma and Dissociation are dealt with in Northern Ireland following the end of the conflict.
Why attend?
The conference is designed to empower people working in the areas of Trauma and Dissociation. It will provide you with direct training, valuable underpinning knowledge and can contribute to personal and professional growth.
The plenary session speakers have been chosen because of their strategic importance in key areas. This will be an holistic conference, designed to appeal to many audiences. Key themes and topics will include
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working with adults, adolescents and children
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behavioural issues
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latest research findings
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family support
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early interventions
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training techniques
In addition the conference will deliver interactive workshop sessions that will enable delegates to share best practice, exchange ideas, empower each other and discuss the latest research findings.
The conference will provide delegates with many valuable benefits:
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Rare opportunity to hear directly from key leading US and European researchers/practitioners including
Sandra Bloom; Bruce Perry; David Howe and Suzette Boon -
Learn what is happening in key areas of clinical research and practice across the UK, Ireland and Europe
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Network with key practitioners and professionals from around the world
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Exchange ideas, share best practice approaches and develop your personal techniques
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Interact with presenters at over 40 workshop sessions
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Find out how people across Europe are raising the profile of Trauma and Dissocaition and learn what others are doing to lobby politicians and policy makers
What's the conference legacy?
You will be the conference legacy. By being at this conference you will be at the forefront of developments in key areas of Trauma and Dissociation. The knowledge you gain will enable you to move forward effectively. The conference will offer you an opportunity to update practice and interventions, build networks, interpret the latest research and become an active member of a global community of professionals.
These are just some of the many benefits of attending this important international event. Please use the links on the left side of this page to learn more about the programme and speakers. We’ve also included lots of helpful information about travel and accommodation.
A warm welcome awaits you in Belfast.