12-20 September 2026
Intergenerational child maltreatment, in which children are subjected to abuse or neglect over multiple generations in the same family, is an area of considerable attention in the field of child protection. Studies into intergenerational trauma, a related topic which...
Presenter: Dr. Stephan Natynczuk (Spare Krab Adventure Therapy) Abstract: What does borshch have to teach us about meaningful, helpful, and useful conversations? In this session, I will take a playful look at the ingredients of a good conversation and, using the...
Presenter: Nadine Delaney (Nature Based Therapies Australia) Abstract: Equine and Animal Assisted Therapy integrates horses and other animals into clinical practice, offering unique opportunities for healing and growth under the guidance of qualified mental health...
Presenters: Max Prieto & Will Dobud Abstract: Pilgrimage as a powerful metaphor for conceptualising outdoor therapy experiences. Drawing on outdoor therapy research, practice, and personal adventures walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain, Max and Will reflect on...
Presenters: Will Dobud, PhD & John Paul Healy, PhD Abstract: This presentation examines how contemporary therapy strayed from its pragmatic and experiential foundations, becoming increasingly techno-rational, standardised, and disconnected from lived experience....
Presenter: Cindy Hansen (Holistic Research Canada) Abstract: In this interactive session, Will Dobud interviews Cindy Hansen, Chief Science Officer at Holistic Research Canada, focusing on how Feedback-Informed Treatment (FIT) and Deliberate Practice (DP) can enhance...
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...
Walk and goat therapy is a play on the notion of Walk & Talk, which gained in popularity during COVID-19 restrictions. This session will discuss the risks and opportunities of the non-talk elements of doing therapy outdoors in public spaces. The session is aimed...
University of Tasmania researchers and students take the burning issues in the Social Sciences direct to members of the Tasmanian Parliament. Hosted by Professor Kate Darian-Smith, FASSA, (Executive Dean – College of Arts, Law and Education) with Professor Ian...
Body image concerns are unfortunately very common. More than 43 percent of people in Australia are dissatisfied with their physical appearance. Negative body image can lead to extreme dieting, excessive exercise, the pursuit of risky cosmetic surgery, as well as...