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The No-Talk Conversational Approach to Healing Stuff

Virtual

Presenter: Graham Pringle, PhD (The School of Therapeutic Practice) Abstract: The Conversational Model (Meares) struts onto the therapy stage, ready to fix complex trauma with some serious swagger! We're diving into how complex trauma (ISSTD) messes with your head-body-self, leaving dissociation like a bad heckler in your skin and in your brain. Forget boring talk therapy; this model’s all about riffing with actions, expressions, and active listening, reacting to every vibe the person throws. For anyone tired of talk-talk-talk "tell how you feel about that?", this is your ticket to a trauma-busting, non-talk conversational approach! About the Presenter: Dr Graham Pringle, PhD, MA (Outdoor Education), Dip Soc Sci (Psych), Dip Ed, Dip Child Youth & Family, CIV Adventure-Based Youth Work, conducts the research about youth and complex trauma, trains adults, and presents his research at conferences domestically in Australia and internationally. He has experience in residential care, youth work, foster care, outdoor therapies, outdoor leadership, and teaching.

Free

Periods are Wild

Virtual

Presenter: Peta Lawler Abstract: Periods can quietly push girls out of outdoor programs—through discomfort, shame, or lack of support. This session explores the real impact of menstruation in the outdoors and what we can do about it. We’ll share practical strategies, first aid essentials, and ways to open up conversation without awkwardness. It’s about supporting girls and staff to feel prepared, included, and confident. Walk away with a period-positive cheat sheet and ideas to keep everyone in the game, no matter what time of the month it is.  About the Presenter: Peta is a passionate outdoor educator committed to fostering lifelong learning through experiential education. With a background in Outdoor Recreation and Early Learning/Primary Education, Peta creates hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, critical thinking, and connection to the natural world. As the creator of Periods are Wild, Peta advocates for inclusive practices that support menstrual health, ensuring outdoor spaces are empowering and accessible for all.

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Mapping Clinical Trials in Outdoor Therapy

Virtual

Presenter: Andi Dickmeyer Abstract: Andi’s presentation explores the integration of clinical practice with outdoor and nature-based therapies. Drawing on findings from a recent scoping review of 58 clinical trials involving adult populations, the presentation examines key features of current research, including trial design, type of outdoor therapy intervention and intensity, targeted populations, assessment measures, facilitator qualifications, and methodological quality. By mapping the existing landscape of outdoor therapy trials delivered by mental health professionals, this work aims to highlight strengths, identify gaps, and offer recommendations for advancing rigorous research in this field. About the Presenter: Andi Dickmeyer (she/her) is a psychologist and PhD candidate at the University of Newcastle investigating outdoor therapy interventions for men with low mood. Andi has explored the intersection of nature connection and mental health through outdoor therapy practices including adventure therapy, wilderness therapy, forest bathing, nature art, and guided solo practices internationally through a Thomas J. Watson Fellowship from the United States.

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