The Annual IACP Conference is being held on Saturday 18th April 2026, in the Johnstown Estate, Co Meath. 

The Conference theme, 'The Many Faces of Love: Connection, Heart and Healing in Counselling and Psychotherapy', centres on how love, in its many expressions, shapes the therapeutic encounter.

Speaker Information
We have an impressive lineup of speakers that promises a rich exploration of the conference theme. 

Caroline McGuigan
Presentation Title: The Power of Love

Louise Yourell and Caitriona O'Meara
Presentation Title: Healing with Horses and the animal Human bond

Karen Murphy
Presentation Title: Holding the Thin Line Between Love and Hate: Neutrality at the Heart of Couples Therapy

Michael Harding
Presentation Title: On Tuesdays I’m a Buddhist.

IACP member, Michael Ryan will facilitate two speaker panel sessions throughout the day. 

After the conference, join us for the annual awards ceremony. Award categories include:

• Regional Awards
• Research Awards & Research Bursary
• Charity Partner
• Public Inspiration Award
• Carl Berkeley Memorial Award

On Saturday night, there will be a pre-drinks reception at 7:30pm followed by the Conference Dinner from 8pm.