Cognitive Behavioural Therapy · Annual Conference
BABCP Annual Conference 2026
Organised by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Dates14–16 Jul 2026
VenueUniversity of Warwick
CityCoventry, United Kingdom
FormatIn-person + Hybrid
Three-day BABCP annual conference and workshops at the University of Warwick, covering CBT research, clinical practice, keynotes, workshops, symposia, panels, open papers, posters and networking.
Dr Robert BaxterMedicMess Conference Intelligence
Audience
CBT practitioners, cognitive and behavioural psychotherapists, psychological therapists, supervisors, researchers, educators and trainees interested in CBT research and practice.
Networking
The annual conference is BABCP’s main national meeting, with in-person workshops, 15 keynote addresses, social events at the Panorama Suite and an exhibition route.
Pricing Note
Visible rates are member discounted/member/non-member rather than doctor trainee/student tiers. Stored standard cost uses non-member late full-conference rate without pre-conference workshop; early-bird cost uses non-member early full-conference rate without pre-conference workshop.
Research Value
The conference has multiple presentation routes, including symposia, open papers, posters, 3-minute talks, panel discussions, clinical roundtables and skills classes; awards recognise posters, clinical case/service development and other accepted presentations.
Trainee Relevance
No explicit trainee or student ticket tier was visible, but member discounted and online rates reduce cost, and the programme includes practical skills classes, workshops, posters, 3-minute presentations and open papers useful for portfolio development.
Why This Conference Matters
Audience
CBT practitioners, cognitive and behavioural psychotherapists, psychological therapists, supervisors, researchers, educators and trainees interested in CBT research and practice.
Networking
The annual conference is BABCP’s main national meeting, with in-person workshops, 15 keynote addresses, social events at the Panorama Suite and an exhibition route.
Pricing Note
Visible rates are member discounted/member/non-member rather than doctor trainee/student tiers. Stored standard cost uses non-member late full-conference rate without pre-conference workshop; early-bird cost uses non-member early full-conference rate without pre-conference workshop.
Research Value
The conference has multiple presentation routes, including symposia, open papers, posters, 3-minute talks, panel discussions, clinical roundtables and skills classes; awards recognise posters, clinical case/service development and other accepted presentations.
Trainee Relevance
No explicit trainee or student ticket tier was visible, but member discounted and online rates reduce cost, and the programme includes practical skills classes, workshops, posters, 3-minute presentations and open papers useful for portfolio development.
Programme Highlights
09:30
Workshop
Half-day pre-conference workshopsworkshop
13:30
Conference
Main conference opensconference
Keynote Speakers
Keynote
SB
Simon Blackwell
Germany
Imagining what’s to come: from depression to optimism with positive future imagery
Keynote
CB
Claudi Bockting
the Netherlands
Psychological interventions at their best: from effectiveness to relapse prevention and long-term effects
Keynote
MB
Michelle Brooks-Ucheaga
Derby
Becoming an Adaptive Clinician: Balancing fidelity and inclusivity in the delivery and supervision of CBT
Keynote
KC
Kate Cooper
University College London
Autistic strengths and identity: can co-design improve the fit of CBT for autistic people?
Keynote
JD
Jo Daniels
Bath
Doing more that matters: influencing practice and policy through clinical insight, a lot of data and a good dose of professional outrage
Keynote
HK
Helen Kennerley
Oxford
Psychology at work: putting first principles to good use
Keynote
BS
Biza Stenfert Kroese
EMDR for adults with intellectual disabilities: clinical outcomes and research issues following a multicentred Randomised Control Trial (Trauma-AID)
Keynote
WK
Willem Kuyken
Oxford
From preventing depression to promoting human flourishing: Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy comes of age
Keynote
ML
Maria Loades
Bath
CBT without walls: Moving from clinical practice to implementing scalable early help for young people
Keynote
LL
Lorenzo Lorenzo-Luaces
USA
Technological innovations and the promise of cognitive-behavioural therapies: The good, the bad, and the scary
Keynote
LM
Liz Marks
Bath
Practicing CBT in a climate and ecological crisis: From eco-distress to active hope
Keynote
RM
Richard Meiser-Stedman
London
PTSD in children and adolescents: Reasons to be hopeful
Keynote
HO
Heather O’Mahen
Exeter
From treatment innovation to innovations in access: Lessons from perinatal mental health
Keynote
EP
Emmanuelle Peters
London
Can you treat PTSD in psychosis? The answer is in the STARS (Study of Trauma And Recovery)
Keynote
JW
Jennifer Wild
Oxford & Australia
The science of resilience: A CBT approach to preventing PTSD
Abstract Submission Guide
Abstract submissions are closed
Deadline: 27 February 2026
symposia
skills classes
panel discussions
clinical roundtables
open papers
3-minute talks
posters
MedicMess Tips
- Early registration ends on Sunday 7 June 2026; late registration ends on Friday 10 July 2026.
- Submissions are now closed: symposia/skills classes/panels/roundtables closed on 30 January and open papers/posters closed on 27 February.
- Online full-conference attendance is available, but online day registration is not offered.
- Pre-conference workshops on Tuesday morning are in-person only.
- Use Coventry Station rather than Warwick Station for rail travel to the University of Warwick.
- The Wednesday social event ticket is £25 and includes food plus a complimentary drink.
Cost & Registration
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Early bird registration | £400 |
| Standard registration | £475 |
Key Deadlines
27 Feb 2026
Abstract submission deadline
10 Jul 2026 · 3 days
Registration deadline
14 Jul 2026 · 7 days
Conference begins
Practical Information
By CarThe venue page gives routes from M69/M6, M45, M40 and M42 approaches.
WarningThe University of Warwick is in Coventry, not Warwick town; the venue page advises rail travellers to use Coventry Station rather than Warwick Station.
By TrainCoventry Rail Station is approximately four miles from campus and is the nearest main-line station; local bus services 12/12A and U1 serve the university. Canley Rail Station is around 1.3 miles away, with a weekday shuttle bus between campus and Canley Station. Leamington Spa is about 9.5 miles away with U1/U2 bus routes.
AccommodationOnsite Bluebell Student Accommodation is available as single ensuite bed-and-breakfast accommodation; local hotel options listed include Village Hotel Coventry, Chesford Grange, Ramada Coventry and Holiday Inn Kenilworth.
Venue DetailsUniversity of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, United Kingdom.
Conference Snapshot
| Specialty | Cognitive Behavioural Therapy |
| Organising society | British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies |
| Conference format | In-person + Hybrid |
| Location | University of Warwick, Coventry |
The Complete Guide to the BABCP Annual Conference 2026
BABCP Annual Conference 2026 runs at the University of Warwick from Tuesday 14 to Thursday 16 July. The conference starts with in-person half-day pre-conference workshops on Tuesday morning, then the main conference runs from Tuesday afternoon to Thursday afternoon. The published outline programme lists 29 symposia, five open paper sessions, 16 skills classes, nine panel discussions, 3-minute presentations, poster presentations and 15 keynote addresses, so this is a substantial CBT meeting rather than a narrow CPD course. Submissions are now closed: symposia, skills classes, panel discussions and roundtables closed on 30 January 2026, while open paper and poster submissions closed on 27 February 2026. The accepted presentation routes visible on the conference site are symposia, skills classes, panel discussions, clinical roundtables, open papers, 3-minute talks and posters. Registration is open, with early registration ending on 7 June and late registration ending on 10 July. For the full in-person conference without the pre-conference workshop, the non-member rate is £400 before 7 June and £475 from 8 June, with onsite registration at £550. Online full-conference attendance is available, giving access to the programme from the three main lecture theatres including keynotes, but online day registration is not offered. The venue page confirms the University of Warwick is in Coventry; Coventry Rail Station is the nearest main-line station and delegates are specifically advised not to travel to Warwick Station.