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8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference – Abstract Submissions Extended- 30 April 2025

8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference – Abstract Submissions Extended- 30 April 2025

by | Apr 23, 2025 | Psychology Events, PsySSA Announcements, PsySSA Congress, Student Division (SD)

Attention Students!

Great news! We’ve heard your requests and are excited to let you know that the abstract submission deadline for the upcoming Student Conference has been extended to 30 April.

If you haven’t submitted your abstract yet, now’s your chance to be part of this inspiring event. Don’t miss the opportunity to share your work and connect with fellow students and professionals in the field!

Check out the submission details below and get yours in before the new deadline.

PsySSA & UNISA ARE PROUD TO PRESENT:

8TH SOUTHERN AFRICAN STUDENTS’ PSYCHOLOGY CONFERENCE 

The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA), in partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA), is excited to invite students, researchers, and emerging scholars to the 8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference 2025. This exciting event provides a dynamic platform for students to showcase their research, engage in intellectual discourse, and connect with fellow psychology enthusiasts and professionals.

Conference Theme: Healing inter-and-transgenerational trauma: A Place for psychology in Africa’s future
Date: 8 – 10 July 2025
Venue: Kgorong building, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria, South Africa.

This conference aims to explore the psychological challenges faced by today’s youth, with a focus on the impacts of intragenerational trauma and pressing social issues, while emphasising psychology’s critical role in healing the trauma. The approach is to integrate both indigenous knowledge systems and western psychological perspectives. The conference aims to propose culturally relevant interventions to tackle the psychosocial impacts of past and ongoing inequalities. The focus will be on the current state of the field and looking ahead, examining the future of psychology in Africa and how it can evolve to foster healing and resilience in the generations to come.

Call For Abstracts Are Now Open!

We welcome submissions from undergraduate and postgraduate students across diverse psychology-related disciplines. Whether you have original research, case studies, or innovative theoretical contributions, this is your chance to contribute to meaningful discussions shaping the future of psychology.

Abstract submissions close on 15 April 2025.

 

Click Here To Submit Your Abstract
South African Association Of Counselling Psychology: Meet and Greet – Cape Town

South African Association Of Counselling Psychology: Meet and Greet – Cape Town

by | Apr 22, 2025 | Events and Announcements, Psychology Events, The South African Association for Counselling Psychology (SAACP)

SAACP Cape Town Meet-And-Greet!

Cape Town Meet & Greet

Hosted by the South African Association of Counselling Psychology (SAACP)

Date: 6 May 2025
Time: 17:30 – 19:30
Venue: SACAP, 1st Floor, Sunclare Building, 21 Dreyer Street, Claremont
CPD: 2 General CPD Points
Cost: Free to attend

Versatility in Vocation: Counselling Psychology, Beyond the Therapy Room

We are pleased to invite all Counselling Psychologists to an evening of connection, reflection, and professional dialogue. This in-person meet and greet will explore the diverse and dynamic roles of counselling psychologists in today’s ever-evolving social landscape.

Featured Guests:
Dr. Jaclyn Lotter, Academic Dean: SACAP
Helen Malgas, Counselling Psychologist  

Together, we’ll explore how our work extends beyond the therapy room — shaping individuals, communities, and systems through inclusive and socially responsive practice.

This gathering offers an opportunity to:
✔️ Reconnect with colleagues
✔️ Engage in meaningful conversation
✔️ Reflect on the scope and impact of our profession

We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in this moment of professional community-building.

No registration fee – all are welcome!

Light refreshments will be served.

Click Here To RSVP!
Pre-Booking Registration Now Open – PsySSA Annual Psychology Congress 2025

Pre-Booking Registration Now Open – PsySSA Annual Psychology Congress 2025

by | Mar 12, 2025 | Annual Psychology Congress 2025, Congress, Events and Announcements, Psychology Events, PsySSA Announcements, PsySSA Congress

Congress Pre-Booking Registration Now Open!

We are delighted to inform you that registration for the PsySSA Annual Psychology Congress 2025 is now open!

The Congress will be held at Durban ICC, in Durban, South Africa from the 14th to 16th October 2025.

This year’s Congress, themed “Psychology in Society and Society in Psychology,” will explore the vital relationship between psychology and the world we live in. We will engage in thought-provoking discussions on how psychology influences societal change and how societal dynamics shape psychological research, practice, and teaching.

Join us as we examine psychology’s role in addressing critical issues such as mental health, social justice, community empowerment, and the evolving impact of artificial intelligence on human behavior and society. Expect insightful presentations, cutting-edge research, and a platform to exchange ideas with leading professionals in the field.

Take advantage of discounted rates by registering for Pre-Booking. Don’t miss this chance to save. Deadline for Pre-Booking is 30 April 2024.

Secure your spot today!

Click Here for More Information
Click Here to Register Now!
DBT Immersion Tour Part 1 – 2 Weeks to Go!

DBT Immersion Tour Part 1 – 2 Weeks to Go!

by | Mar 6, 2025 | Collaborations, CPD Opportunities, Events and Announcements, Practice and Techniques, Professional Development, Professional Resources, Psychology Events

PsySSA DBT Immersion South African Tour 2025

Part 1: DBT In Practice – 2 Weeks to Go!

Ready to level up your DBT skills? Join us for Part 1: DBT in Practice (Online) starting 24 March – a comprehensive introduction to DBT with 8 CPD points!

Only 2 weeks away! Secure your spot today and gain essential DBT foundations before the in-person South African Tour (Part 2) in May.

  • Dates: 24, 25, 31 March & 1 April
  • Time: 9:00 – 10:30 (SAST)
  • Cost: R1500 | Students/Interns Discount: 25% OFF (Use code: DIP25)

For more information, visit www.dbtinstitute.co.za or email assist@icbtcentral.com

 

Click Here To Register For Part 1 (Online)
Click Here For More Information & To Register For Part 2
Mr Werner Teichert

Mr Werner Teichert

Presenter

Werner Teichert is an international speaker and clinical psychologist based in Sydney, Australia. He was trained in DBT by Behavioral Tech and has trained over 2500 healthcare professionals across South Africa, Dubai, New Zealand, Australia and the UK.  

PsySSA DBT Immersion South African Tour 2025

PsySSA DBT Immersion South African Tour 2025

by | Mar 6, 2025 | Collaborations, CPD Opportunities, Events and Announcements, Practice and Techniques, Professional Development, Professional Resources, Psychology Events

PsySSA DBT Immersion South African Tour 2025

Join PsySSA and the South African DBT Institute for a 2 Part unparalleled training experience, combining online learning and in-person workshops across Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg. With flexible payments, earn up to 56 CPD points and complimentary access to the DBT Institute’s Level 1 Library .

Part 1: DBT in Practice (Online)
  • Date: 24, 25, 31 March and 1 April 2025
  • Time: 09:00-10:30
  • Comprehensive introduction to DBT
  • 8 CPD Points
  • Requirement for Part 2
Part 2: South African Tour (In-Person)
  • Cape Town: 23-24 May 2025
  • Durban: 26-27 May 2025
  • Johannesburg: 30-31 May 2025
  • 2 days of immersion in DBT strategies, role plays and exercises
  • 16 CPD: 12 General & 2 Ethics
  • Complimentary access to the DBT Institute’s Level 1 library (40 CPD Points)
DBT Institute Level 1 Library:
  • DBT in Practice (Adults) – 8 CPD Points
  • DBT in Practice (Adolescents) – 8 CPD Points
  • DBT Skills Crash Course (Adults) – 8 CPD Points
  • DBT Skills Crash Course (Adolescents) – 8 CPD Points
  • DBT for Psychiatrists – 8 CPD Points

 

Cost and Payment Options

Only Part 1 – DBT in Practice (Online): R1500

  • Student/Intern Discount: 25% off – Use the code DIP25

 

Attending the full DBT Immersion Tour (Online – March 2025) AND In-Person Tour:

PsySSA Members: R7000

Super Early Bird (until 31 January 2025):

  • R7500
  • Option to pay 5 x R1600

Early Bird (1 February – 31 March 2025):

  • R8 000.00
  • Option to pay 3 x R2700

Normal (1 April – 22 May 2025)

  • R8500
  • Option to pay 2 x R4300

*Space is limited and payment confirms your space.

*R1000 discount is previously attended Level 1 (Coupon: DBT25)

*Groups of 4 or more qualify for a 10% discount.

For more information, visit www.dbtinstitute.co.za or email assist@icbtcentral.com

 

Click Here To Register For Part 1 (Online)
Click Here To Register For Part 2 (In-Person)
Mr Werner Teichert

Mr Werner Teichert

Presenter

Werner Teichert is an international speaker and clinical psychologist based in Sydney, Australia. He was trained in DBT by Behavioral Tech and has trained over 2500 healthcare professionals across South Africa, Dubai, New Zealand, Australia and the UK.  

8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference – Abstract Submissions Extended- 30 April 2025

8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference

by | Feb 18, 2025 | Psychology Events, PsySSA Announcements, PsySSA Congress, Student Division (SD)

PsySSA & UNISA ARE PROUD TO PRESENT:

8TH SOUTHERN AFRICAN STUDENTS’ PSYCHOLOGY CONFERENCE 

The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA), in partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA), is excited to invite students, researchers, and emerging scholars to the 8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference 2025. This exciting event provides a dynamic platform for students to showcase their research, engage in intellectual discourse, and connect with fellow psychology enthusiasts and professionals.

Conference Theme: Healing inter-and-transgenerational trauma: A Place for psychology in Africa’s future
Date: 8 – 10 July 2025
Venue: Kgorong building, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria, South Africa.

This conference aims to explore the psychological challenges faced by today’s youth, with a focus on the impacts of intragenerational trauma and pressing social issues, while emphasising psychology’s critical role in healing the trauma. The approach is to integrate both indigenous knowledge systems and western psychological perspectives. The conference aims to propose culturally relevant interventions to tackle the psychosocial impacts of past and ongoing inequalities. The focus will be on the current state of the field and looking ahead, examining the future of psychology in Africa and how it can evolve to foster healing and resilience in the generations to come.

Call For Abstracts Are Now Open!

We welcome submissions from undergraduate and postgraduate students across diverse psychology-related disciplines. Whether you have original research, case studies, or innovative theoretical contributions, this is your chance to contribute to meaningful discussions shaping the future of psychology.

Abstract submissions close on 15 April 2025.

 

Click Here To Submit Your Abstract