About

The 2026 conference theme is “Evolving practice: curiosity, context, and connection”.
Cognitive and behavioural therapies (CBT) continue to evolve to meet the needs of diverse communities, identities, and lived experiences. From the unique challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, trans and gender-diverse, and neurodivergent individuals, to those navigating complex physical, psychological, or social-relational conditions, our field must innovate to ensure CBT remains inclusive, effective, and relevant.
This year’s conference will showcase high-quality, cutting-edge research and clinical practice that pushes the boundaries of traditional CBT while remaining grounded in evidence-based principles. We will explore how adaptations in formulation, intervention, and service delivery can enhance accessibility and effectiveness across diverse cultures, demographics, and conditions. Whether you work in research, clinical practice, or educational settings, this is an opportunity to engage with leading experts, share best practices, and shape the future of CBT.
3
Days
1
Speaker
2
Sponsors
51
Sessions

AACBT 46th National Conference 2026

Program

Categories:
Stages
Ballroom 1

12:00 AM

1:00 AM

2:00 AM

3:00 AM

4:00 AM

5:00 AM

6:00 AM

7:00 AM

8:00 AM

9:00 AM

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

12:00 PM

1:00 PM

2:00 PM

3:00 PM

4:00 PM

5:00 PM

6:00 PM

7:00 PM

8:00 PM

Registration open

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Peter Pohlman Peter Pohlman

Welcome & National President Address

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Keynote Speaker Day 1

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Morning Tea

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

AM session 1a

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

AACBT AGM

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

PM Session 1a

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Afternoon Tea

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

PM Session 2a (first half)

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Movement

3:45 PM - 3:50 PM

PM Session 2a (second half)

3:50 PM - 4:35 PM

Movement

4:35 PM - 4:45 PM

Invited Speaker Day 1

4:45 PM - 5:30 PM

Close of Day 1

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Welcome Function

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ballroom 2

12:00 AM

1:00 AM

2:00 AM

3:00 AM

4:00 AM

5:00 AM

6:00 AM

7:00 AM

8:00 AM

9:00 AM

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

12:00 PM

1:00 PM

2:00 PM

3:00 PM

4:00 PM

5:00 PM

6:00 PM

7:00 PM

8:00 PM

Registration open

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Peter Pohlman Peter Pohlman

Morning Tea

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

AM session 1b

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

PM Session 1b

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Afternoon Tea

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

PM Session 2b

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Movement

4:35 PM - 4:45 PM

Close of Day 1

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Welcome Function

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ballroom 3

12:00 AM

1:00 AM

2:00 AM

3:00 AM

4:00 AM

5:00 AM

6:00 AM

7:00 AM

8:00 AM

9:00 AM

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

12:00 PM

1:00 PM

2:00 PM

3:00 PM

4:00 PM

5:00 PM

6:00 PM

7:00 PM

8:00 PM

Registration open

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Peter Pohlman Peter Pohlman

Morning Tea

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Clinical Skills AM (free)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Clinical Skills PM (free)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Afternoon Tea

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

PM Session 2c

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Movement

4:35 PM - 4:45 PM

Close of Day 1

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Welcome Function

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Contact information

Event date:
15. October - 17. October, 2026
Organizer:
AACBT Australia [email protected]
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