Learn, Connect, and Grow with ISSTD Conferences & Seminars

The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) offers a dynamic lineup of in-person conferences and immersive virtual seminars each year. These events provide mental health professionals with opportunities to deepen their knowledge, strengthen clinical skills, explore the latest research, and connect with colleagues dedicated to understanding and treating complex trauma and dissociative disorders.

The ISSTD Annual Conference is our flagship event, held each March or April in a North American city. This four-day gathering features a rich program of workshops, plenary presentations, panels, symposia, and networking opportunities. With full- and half-day pre-conference workshops, 90-minute and three-hour sessions, and opportunities to connect with colleagues from around the world, the Annual Conference offers something for professionals at every stage of their careers.

Regional Conferences bring specialized education and networking opportunities to communities across North America, as well as Australia and New Zealand every two to three years. Guided in part by input from our Regional Online Communities (ROCs), these events address regional interests and needs while fostering connections across the global trauma and dissociation community.

Virtual Seminars, launched in 2023, offer focused, in-depth learning on specialized topics in complex trauma and dissociation. Available in one and two-day formats, these immersive virtual events provide opportunities to explore specific areas of interest, learn from experienced professionals, and engage in professional development from anywhere in the world.