Are you ready to share your knowledge and experience with others? The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) is thrilled to invite you to be part of a shared journey of learning and growth at our 43rd Annual Conference, taking place March 26-30, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Portland at the […]
Scientific Committee
Scientific Committee Update
The Scientific Committee serves as the executive arm of the ISSTD scientific mission—advising the Board and other committees on research, theoretical development, and clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of complex trauma and dissociative disorders. We are actively involved in strategic initiatives and work to uphold the society’s scientific integrity and reputation. Over […]
Special Interest Groups
EMDR SIG Spotlight: Highlights of Our Year
One of the successful actions of our EMDR Special Interest Group (SIG) has been electing two people for each position—both for the current term and the “elect” role—as suggested by the SIG policy. For example, the Secretary-Elect will shadow the current Secretary, learning all the required tasks, thus resulting in being prepared when their term […]
Regional Online Communities
Central and Eastern Canada Regional Online Community
The former Ontario Regional Online Community (ROC), now Central and Eastern Canada Regional Online Community, has experienced many changes in the past year. With the leadership of Lysa Toye, Acting Former Chair, the group underwent an expansion to include Canada’s eastern provinces including Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island. […]
Volunteer Opportunity Spotlight
Join the Virtual Book Club Committee!
This month’s Volunteer Position Spotlight shines on the opportunity to become a Virtual Book Club Committee Member! We are looking for a new member to join the Virtual Book Club Committee to help coordinate book and article selections. In this role, you will invite authors and connect with professionals to contribute to and enhance the […]
Donate to ISSTD
Thank You for Your Donations & Urgent Opportunities for Support
As we reach the halfway point of 2025, ISSTD continues to experience exciting growth, and we are grateful to all who have contributed to building our ISSTD community. Whether you donated to the General Fund or one of our specific funds, it is because of you that ISSTD has been able to increase our audience, […]
Journal of Trauma & Dissociation
JTD Table of Contents – June 2025
Volume 26, Issue 4Volume 26, Issue 3Volume 26, Issue 2Volume 26, Issue 1 Volume 25, Issue 5Volume 25, Issue 4Volume 25, Issue 3Volume 25, Issue 2Volume 25, Issue 1 Did you know ISSTD members receive online access to the full JTD? View this video for more instructions on how to access the online version and […]
Letter From The President
The Benefits and Challenges of In-Person Events
Dear ISSTD Community, Although I hope the month since my last message has treated you kindly, I also know very well that may not be the case for many of us. The heightened stress and strain of daily life is real, and enduring. One of the antidotes to the isolation that this stress may foster […]
News You Can Use
News You Can Use – May
Upcoming Events in the Field Annual Conference of the European Association of Psychology and Law 2025Location: Vilnius, LithuaniaDate: August 6 – August 8, 2025Learn More ISTSS: 41st Annual Meeting Registration is Now OpenLocation: Baltimore, Maryland, USADate: September 17 – September 20, 2025Learn More Welcome to New ISSTD Members in May Professional MembersAshley AndrewKenna BrauchlerIxquick Ixa […]
Special Interest Groups
Organized and Extreme Abuse Special Interest Group Update
At our most recent OEA (Organized and Extreme Abuse) Executive Committee Meeting, we discussed important points to share with you this year in the ISSTD News Community Spotlight Column. The mission of the OEA SIG is focused on issues related to the etiology, evaluation, and effective treatment of trauma and dissociation in clients reporting all […]