I drafted this from my hotel at the conference while still working on the welcome remarks I would give to fellow attendees. Moving back and forth between the two, I found myself returning to the question of what ISSTD actually is and how an organization like this continues to exist across time. ISSTD is not […]
New Book Alert!EMDR, Dissociation, and Beyond: Reexamining and Expanding the Frame for Impactful Trauma Treatment By Jennifer A. Madere and D. Michael Coy EMDR, Dissociation, and Beyond delves more deeply into the dissociative disorders literature than any previous text on this topic, providing much-needed connectivity between two fields that are often at odds. This book […]
There are many exciting developments happening within the Society, and we’re pleased to share the following updates. In 2026, we welcomed four new board members: Milissa Kaufman, Emily Haas, Kathia Lopez Murdock, and Bethany Akudike. We are fortunate to have them on the Board and look forward to the perspectives and experience they each bring. […]
As a mid-career trauma scholar, I came to my first ISSTD conference seeking a greater sense of community for the challenging work of studying relational trauma and hoping to connect with likeminded professionals who are committed to ethically grappling with the complex and worsening challenges humanity is facing today. Hearteningly, I experienced both but also […]
The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) proudly celebrated its annual awards ceremony on Saturday, March 28, 2026, during the organization’s 43rd Annual Conference. This event is an important moment each year to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding contributions of researchers, clinicians, educators, and advocates who advance our understanding and treatment […]
Hello, everyone! My name is Dr. Briana Snyder, and I am an associate professor in the Department of Nursing at Towson University. I am a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse and board-certified hospice nurse. I am writing to invite you to participate in a research study about therapists’ experiences of talking about natural death and end-of-life […]
Can you believe we are already entering the second quarter of 2026? As you determine which organizations you would like to donate to this year, we hope you consider supporting one of the ISSTD Funds. Each of these programs and funds plays a vital role in expanding membership access, enhancing education, and fostering the next […]
Are you a researcher, advocate, clinician, or other professional working with dissociative people? How adequately did your education prepare you for the reality of your career? Would you like to share any of this with an early-career researcher within the field? My name is Thoriere (“Thor”) Rice, and I am a senior undergraduate student at […]
Hello, my name is Marisa Bridge, doctoral student at Regent University – Ph.D. in Counseling and Psychological Studies program (Virginia Beach, VA). I am under the advisement of Dr. Jeremy Cooper, dissertation chair. I am seeking assistance for recruitment of participants for my dissertation study on somatic therapy for the treatment of trauma in young […]
ISSTD News is seeking people to coordinate one of our regular feature columns. There are multiple opportunities, and co-coordinating is welcome! Feature columns include: These roles are ideal for people who enjoy researching, networking, liaising, and/or making connections with colleagues. If this sounds like something you would be interested in being a part of, please […]
