Attendees of the ISSTD Annual Conference consistently say that one of the most impactful parts of conference attendance is the connections made with other clinicians and researchers. Members return to the conference year after year in order to see colleagues from other parts of the world. The conference is a great opportunity to get to know others you may have connected with through ISSTD online, as well as meet people and build relationships you might not already have. Opportunities to connect informally with others in the Society Lounge or over coffee are abundant, and the scheduled social events further opportunities to meet new people, find others who share specific interests, and share new experiences with colleagues.
Fundraising Events
Friday, March 14, 2025
Donor Recognition Reception | 5:00pm – 6:00pm
This invite-only reception is open to all 2024 and 2025 donors and RSVPs are required. Members of the Board of Directors will share details on current funds available for donation, funds most in need, annual fundraising goals, and the recurring donation program. Drinks and light bites will be served.
Taste of Boston- Benefiting the Goodwin Education Fund | 6:45pm – 7:35pm
Tickets: $50 attendees | $60 guests
You’re invited! The “Taste of Boston” event will feature all the tastes that Boston is known for! Proceeds from this event will go to the Goodwin Education Fund which defrays the cost of one training activity offered through ISSTD for professionals who would otherwise be unable to obtain appropriate instruction in the treatment of complex trauma and dissociation.
Social Events
Friday, March 14, 2025
Opening Reception | 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Help us kick off our 2025 Annual Conference and mingle with your fellow attendees. Exhibit booths will be open and posters will be on display.
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Conference Opening | 8:00am – 8:30am
Kick off the conference prior to our first plenary as we welcome our new ISSTD Certificate and Advanced Certificate holders, and share exciting updates from ISSTD.
Student & Emerging Professional Lunch | 12:00pm – 1:15pm
Calling all students and emerging professionals! You are invited to learn more about new opportunities to become involved in ISSTD and network with distinguished ISSTD members. ISSTD Luminaries will share their experiences in the industry and answer your questions. Lunch will be provided, RSVP required.
Annual Awards Reception | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Join us as we honor the 2025 Award recipients and see the incredible work ISSTD members have accomplished!
Monday, March 17, 2025
Conference Closing | 12:00pm – 12:15pm
Wrap up this incredible conference experience with our Conference Closing! Exciting information about the 2026 Annual Conference will be revealed and prize winners will be announced!
Special Interest Group Meetings
Take a moment to check out the full slate of Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings throughout the conference. The SIG meetings carve out time for individuals to connect with others who share specific interests:
Friday, March 14, 2025
Creative Arts SIG | 5:15pm – 6:00 pm
Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) SIG | 5:15pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Psychodynamic/ Psychoanalytic SIG | 7:15am – 8:00 am
Acute Care SIG | 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Organized and Extreme Abuse (OEA) SIG | 12:30pm – 1:15pm
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Eating Disorders SIG | 7:30am – 8:15 am
EMDR SIG | 7:30am – 8:15 am
Vicarious Trauma and Resilience (VTR) SIG | 12:00pm – 12:45 pm
Research SIG | 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Child and Adolescent SIG | 12:30pm – 1:45pm
Visit annualconference.isst-d.org for more information and to register for the upcoming conference. We hope to see you there!