Sunday 28th to Tuesday 30th June 2026
Conference Title
Reformulating Power. A CAT approach to inequality and polarisation
Conference Theme
What are the forces in society and constructs in the individual that are leading to increased inequality and increased polarisation? The role of CAT in healing fragmented communities and individuals.
Speakers
Subject to confirmation of final programme
Brendan Stone
Professor of Social Engagement and the Humanities
‘Narrative and its limits’
Sharon Prince
Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist, Synergi Leeds Partnership
Peter Taylor and Sam Hartley
‘Reformulating self-harm relationally: clinical practice and research evidence’
Steve Kellett
CAT Psychotherapist
Philip Stokoe
Psychoanalyst
Anne Aiyegbusi
Forensic Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse
Adrian Whittington
National Clinical Lead for Psychological Professions at NHS England
Jo Varela
CAT Practitioner
Further details will be added in due course here: https://www.acat.org.uk/acat-events/30th-national-acat-conference/speakers
Workshops
Submission for workshops are invited, to be submitted by 27th March 2026 - please use the pro forma below.
What's included in the 'Whole Event' rate?
As well as the clinical conference programme, the 'whole event' rate includes refreshments, dinner and B&B on Sunday, refreshments, lunch, Wine Reception & Gala Dinner with entertainment and B&B on Monday and refreshments Tuesday morning. Accommodation is on campus in ensuite rooms
The 'whole event non-residential' rate includes refreshments each day and lunch Monday in addition to the clinical programme.