September 16-18, 2026

Pre-convention: September 15, 2026

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PCIT in a Shifting World: Navigating Change and Embracing Evidence

Join us for the 2026 PCIT International Biennial Convention—an all-virtual event bringing together therapists, trainers, and researchers dedicated to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. This global gathering will feature the latest in PCIT research, clinical training, and implementation strategies. Whether you're new to PCIT or a seasoned provider, the convention offers connection, continuing education, and practical tools to support your work with children and families.

We are pleased to announce the release of the Convention Agenda! There may be some minor changes as we arrange meetings and additional programming. Thank you in advance for your flexibility and understanding as we work to provide you excellent conference programming.

If you have any questions about the agenda, please contact the convention team at convention@pcit.org.

AGENDA

Featured Speakers

Keynote Speaker

Dr. Michael Southam-Gerow is a professor of psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and the director of the Center for Evidence-based Partnerships in Virginia. His research focuses on the partnership-driven implementation of behavioral health treatments in community-based, publicly-funded settings. Dr. Southam-Gerow also studies emotion processes (e.g., emotion regulation) in children and adolescents and treatment fidelity. He is Associate Editor of the Implementation Research and Practice, the author of scores of scholarly papers, and is the author of Practitioner’s guide to emotion regulation in children and adolescents, now available in paperback (translated into Dutch and Korean) and Exposure therapy for children and adolescents, both published by Guilford Press.

Presidential Address

Larissa N. Niec, PhD, President of the PCIT International Board of Directors, is Professor in Psychotherapy and Mental Health Interventions at the University of Wisconsin—Madison. She earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Case Western Reserve University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Through her NIH-funded research, Dr. Niec seeks to increase access to evidence-based interventions for underserved families, with an emphasis on improving health equity. Dr. Niec is a Global Trainer in PCIT and has published extensively on its effectiveness. Her recent books include Strengthening the Parent-Child Relationship in Therapy: Laying the Foundation for Healthy Development and Telemental Health Care for Children and Families. Dr. Niec is involved in the UW–Madison’s RISE-THRIVE initiative to advance mental health interventions and improve community well-being. Her work has been featured in outlets such as the Washington Post and NBC Today.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Will the sessions be recorded?

    • Most sessions will be recorded

    • Pre-convention sessions, keynotes, and poster sessions will not be recorded

    • Recordings will be available for 90 days after the conclusion of the convention (i.e., until December 17, 2026)

  • Are CE’s available for viewing recorded sessions?

    • APA CE credits are only available for live sessions that you attend

  • How long is registration open?

    • Early Bird registration ends 7/15/2026.

    • Preconvention registration ends 8/31/2026.

    • Convention registration ends for all sessions 9/14/2026.

  • How do I register for the Preconvention Sessions?

    • If you are registering for the Convention and Preconvention at the same time, add the Convention to your cart. Then, click add-on and select Preconvention.

    • If you have already registered for the Convention and want to go back and add the Preconvention, login to CE Go and add it through your member portal.

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