6th International Conference on Counselling and Psychotherapy (ICCP 2026)
Building Bridges for Wellness in the Digital Era
January 7- 9, 2026
Bangalore, India
ICCP 2026 Programme Design
At ICCP 2026, the range of sessions—from keynote lectures, symposia, and panel discussions to skills-based workshops, paper presentations, and intimate town hall conversations—is intentionally designed to offer both academic depth and human connection. The conference brings together leading scholars, practitioners, and emerging researchers in a format that nurtures rigorous inquiry while retaining a warm, personal touch. Whether participants seek cutting-edge research, reflective dialogue, or collaborative learning, ICCP 2026 creates an environment where knowledge is shared, relationships are built, and the experience feels both enriching and deeply meaningful.
Keynote Sessions
Distinguished Keynote sessions and Expert Keynote Panels at ICCP 2026 offer participants an inspiring gateway into the conference’s central themes, delivered by thought leaders whose work shapes contemporary counselling, psychotherapy and mental health. These sessions set the intellectual tone, distilling complex ideas into accessible, impactful insights while opening space for reflection and dialogue. More than just lectures, the keynotes provide a shared moment of learning that brings the entire community together—sparking curiosity, grounding the days that follow, and inviting participants to engage with the conference in a purposeful and connected way. The keynotes are followed by more intimate conversations in town hall sessions to further expand the ideas raised by the keynote speakers
Specialised Symposia
Specialised symposia at ICCP 2026 bring together three to four closely related papers that collectively deepen understanding of a focused theme or emerging area of practice. These sessions allow participants to engage with a topic from multiple angles—conceptual, empirical, and applied—creating a rich, layered conversation that a single presentation cannot offer. By clustering complementary work, the symposia foster intellectual coherence, highlight evolving trends, and encourage meaningful dialogue among presenters and attendees. They provide a space where ideas intersect, collaborations emerge, and participants gain a more nuanced appreciation of the field’s current directions.
Workshops
Workshops at ICCP 2026 offer a hands-on, immersive learning experience where participants can deepen skills, explore therapeutic approaches, and engage directly with expert facilitators. Designed to be practical, interactive, and reflective, these sessions move beyond theory to focus on real-world application in counselling and psychotherapy. Whether participants are practising clinicians, researchers, or students, the workshops provide an invaluable opportunity to learn through demonstration, guided practice, and dialogue—ensuring that each attendee leaves with tools, insights, and techniques they can immediately bring back to their professional contexts.
Oral Scientific Presentations
Free paper sessions at ICCP 2026 showcase oral scientific presentations from researchers and practitioners contributing fresh insights to the field. These sessions offer a dynamic platform for sharing empirical studies, conceptual advances, and innovative practices, allowing participants to engage directly with emerging scholarship. With brief, focused presentations followed by discussion, free paper sessions stimulate critical dialogue, highlight new directions in research, and give both early-career and established scholars an opportunity to disseminate their work within a supportive academic community.
Scientific Poster Sessions
Scientific poster sessions at ICCP 2026 provide an engaging visual platform for researchers to present their work in a concise and accessible format. These sessions encourage informal, one-on-one conversations that allow participants to explore studies at their own pace, ask questions, and engage directly with authors. Poster presentations often showcase early-stage research, innovative ideas, or practice-based insights, making them a vibrant space for discovery and dialogue. They foster a collaborative atmosphere where emerging scholars and seasoned professionals alike can exchange perspectives, refine their thinking, and build meaningful research connections.
Conversation Sessions
Conversation sessions at ICCP 2026 offer a facilitated, one-hour deep dive into a topic aligned with the conference themes, creating space for reflective dialogue rather than formal presentations. These sessions invite participants to explore questions, share experiences, and think collaboratively in a structured yet informal setting. Guided by an experienced facilitator, the conversation sessions foster intellectual curiosity, mutual learning, and the personal connections that often spark new ideas. They ensure that the conference is not only about listening but also about engaging—allowing every voice to meaningfully contribute to the collective exploration of counselling and psychotherapy.
