AACBT 43rd National Conference
19-20 October 2023 (Scientific Program)
21 October 2023 (Workshops)
InterContinental Sydney (Double Bay, NSW)
The program is hosted here (.pdf) – UPDATED V2.4 (final)!
Welcome to the official website for the 43rd National Conference of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT).
We acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation as the Traditional Custodians of this land we now call Sydney, where this event will take place. We thank the La Perouse Local Aboriginal Land Council for hosting us in Double Bay and welcoming us.
Our national conference will provide a great opportunity to engage with an international cohort of thought leaders in CBT.
We find ourselves in a new era of clinical science, discipline diversity and increasingly challenging social conditions. Our line-up of keynote and invited speakers, who are innovators in research and clinical practice, will present cutting edge ideas in this new generation of cognitive and behavioural therapy. The keynote, invited, and workshop presenters will present exciting research advancements and novel, evidence-based approaches to the management of common and complex difficulties.
This year’s conference theme is “CBT: adapting to change”.
AACBT has always celebrated advances in cognitive and behavioural therapies and evidence-based practice. However, recent global challenges, have highlighted the need to re-think the way we approach the design and delivery of treatments in ways that allow us to adapt to changes in our world. Extending the very best traditions of previous conferences, we plan to bring research to the forefront that has tackled the changing landscape of our time by emphasising best practices in cognitive and behavioural practice and science in ways that can be adapted to meet the changing needs of the community. We invite you to consider presenting your work at this high-profile national forum.
Tickets are on sale here.
If you are having difficulty purchasing tickets through our portal, you can use our Eventbrite page instead.
Our conference offers an amazing opportunity to learn from leading experts about the latest evidence, ideas, knowledge, and innovations in the field of cognitive and behavioural therapies. It provides an exciting opportunity to talk with other like-minded practitioners to share best-practice tips and tricks, be inspired to shape the future of evidence-based practice, and time to connect and network with colleagues.
We provide an interactive, engaging, interesting and welcoming conference to all attendees regardless of where you are at in your career – from new students to highly experienced clinicians and researchers. Join us to hear from a wide range of professionals, including expert clinicians, researchers, and trainers to enrich your knowledge of the latest in evidence-based treatments.
Attendees will have access to:
- Presentations from leading researchers and practitioners
- Panel discussions on current topics related to CBT
- Opportunities to network with your peers
- Up-to-date information in CBT
- Awards, recognitions, and special events
The 2023 AACBT National Conference will be a wonderful opportunity to increase your connections within the community. We invite you to join us with the latest science, and evidence-based practice.
This is the 2023 national conference abstract book.
This page features some recent feedback about of national conferences!
Key Deadlines
- Registrations are open now! AACBT Members have access to discounted prices via Early Bird tickets
- Abstracts submission deadline:
Sunday 30 April 2023EXTENDED TO SUNDAY 14 MAY 2023 - Early Bird Registration deadline: Thursday 31 August 2023
- Standard Registration deadline: Monday 16 October 2023
Where can I purchase tickets and learn more about the conference?
Registration information & ticket sales are open now.
AACBT Members have access to discounted prices via Early Bird tickets.
| Ticket holder | Full scientific program | Conference dinner cruise | Single-day scientific program | Full day workshop Persons | 1/2-day workshop Craske or Wild |
| AACBT Student member | $250 | $150 | $175 | $110 | $55 |
| Early-bird member | $650 | $150 | $450 | $295 | $150 |
| Member | $780 | $150 | $550 | $325 | $165 |
| Non-member | $930 | $150 | $650 | $455 | $230 |
- Contact AACBT via email if you have a group of 5+ for discounts
Who are the confirmed speakers?
- Professor Jacqueline B. Persons
- Professor Michelle G. Craske
- Professor Richard Bryant
- Professor Cecilia Essau
- Dr Milena Gandy
- Dr James Morandini
What is happening during the 2-day scientific program?
Our full conference Program has been released – see the top of this page!
This is the 2023 national conference abstract book.
What about a workshop on Saturday?
The workshop presenters are:
- Professor Jacqueline B. Persons (full day)
- Professor Michelle G. Craske (1/2-day)
- Professor Jennifer Wild (1/2-day)
This is the link to the workshop information page.
Is there going to be opportunity for networking?
Yes – a welcome event for all scientific program delegates will be held on Thursday night, and the program has regular breaks throughout all days of conference.
We are also excited to be hosting our conference dinner on a 4-hour cruise on Friday night after the scientific program is over. Conference delegates and their guests are invited to purchase tickets through the ticket portal. CRUISE TICKETS ARE CLOSED.
Check out our social page here.
How do I submit an abstract for the scientific program?
Via our abstract portal – CLOSED.
I have been accepted as a speaker for the conference – do you have any tips & guidelines?
This page has all the information.
Where is the conference venue?
InterContinental Sydney, Double Bay
33 Cross Street, Double Bay, NSW, 2028
Get directions to the venue on Google maps!
To make bookings direct – refer to the Residential Meetings – Special Rate page from their booking website.
Alternatively please contact their Central Reservations Office 1 800 468 357 | reservations.doublebay@ihg.com and mention that you are booking for AACBT.
***Please note credit card details must be supplied at the time of booking to guarantee your booking**
What are the parking options?
As advised by the venue, a full valet parking service is provided at the hotel, subject to availability, at a flat rate of $70 per day for vehicles less than 1.9m high.
Guests may also self-park at Wilsons Parking Double Bay whose entrance is right next to the hotel, or at Woollahra Council’s car park at 1 Cross Street, a short 5 minute walk from the hotel.
All parking options have a maximum height clearance of 2.0m
Please refer to the operators’ websites for current details.
How can I support AACBT and display my organisation to delegates?
Sponsorship Opportunities are available – read more in our info pack, or contact the conference secretariat.
The AACBT National Conference Committee looks forward to welcoming you to in 2023.
- Professor Jill Newby – Scientific Convenor 2023 (NSW)
- Ms Anna Dedousis-Wallace – Convenor 2023 (NSW)
- Professor Louise Sharpe – National Conference Coordinator (Chair)
- Professor Melissa Norberg – National President
- Ms Natasha Dean – National Tour Coordinator
- Associate Professor Aliza Werner-Seidler – Early Career Research Chair
- Mrs Jenn Hawken – Sponsorship Coordinator
- Dr Rachel Menzies –Volunteer Coordinator
- Ms Lara Keogh – Social Events Coordinator
- Dr Fiona Maccallum – Scientific Convenor 2024 (Qld)
- Dr Heidi Saunders – Convenor 2024 (Qld)
- Mr Peter Pohlman – Conference Secretariat
Is there anything interesting to do around Double Bay? Yes there is! Check out this handy resource or our summary here!