The Pioneers Who Shaped Psychotherapy. The Voices Defining Its Future. One Stage.

December 7–9, 2026 | Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort, Orlando, FL

For over 40 years, the Evolution of Psychotherapy has been the place where the field's most influential thinkers come together. This isn't a conference you watch, it's one you feel. For three days, the pioneers who shaped the field and the voices defining its future share a single stage, so you can hear not just what works, but why it works, directly from the people who proved it.

Earn CE credits. Connect with colleagues who share your standards. And do it all at a fraction of the cost of comparable events, at one of Orlando's most iconic resorts.

Evolution of Psychotherapy. By the Numbers.

This is what happens when the field's most influential thinkers share a single stage, no tracks to choose between, no sessions to miss, no divide between the faculty and the room. Just three days devoted to understanding why the approaches that matter actually work.

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Practice-Changing Days
10+

Globally Renowned Speakers
18+

Available Credits
750+

Inspired Professionals

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Who Should Attend the Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference?

The Evolution of Psychotherapy brings together mental health professionals from every discipline and career stage. This is where the field comes together.

Therapists & Counselors: Psychologists, LCSWs, LPCs, and MFTs in any practice setting.

Students & Early-Career Professionals: Learn from pioneers and rising voices at special student rates.

Teams & Group Practices: Group discounts for 5+, 18+ CE credits across APA, ASWB, NBCC, and more.

Florida Clinicians: World-class training and the best psychotherapy education right in your backyard at the Swan & Dolphin Resort.

Why Attend the Evolution of Psychotherapy?

Learn from faculty you can't see anywhere else. Evolution's speaker roster has always been its defining feature and for good reason. Past attendees consistently rank the faculty as the number one reason they register. The 2026 lineup pairs foundational voices whose work shaped modern psychotherapy with a new generation of clinical innovators bringing fresh research, new modalities, and real-world approaches to today's most pressing challenges.

Earn CE credits that actually move your practice forward. With continuing education credits available, approved by APA, ASWB, NBCC, and additional accrediting bodies. This isn't box-checking. Every session is designed to give you techniques and frameworks you can bring into your practice the following week.

Be part of the conversation, not just the audience. The one-track format is new for 2026, and it changes everything. Instead of splitting into breakout rooms, the entire community engages with the same ideas simultaneously. That shared context carries into hallway conversations, networking events, and the connections you'll build with peers across disciplines.

Therapy, by its very nature, is an unusual conversation Its methods are unusual. But the unusual serves a purpose, namely, evocative impact."
Jeff Zeig, PhD
Founder and Director, The Milton H. Erickson Foundation
My first experience with the Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference has exceeded my expectations. What a gift to have the opportunity to hear some of the greatest minds in psychotherapy speak and demonstrate their craft. I learned about Chloe Madanes in school but never thought I'd have the chance to meet her! Or to run into Helen LaKelly Hunt in the basement of my hotel! With topics ranging from Clinical Supervision and Infidelity in Couples, to DSM Diagnostics and AI in Psychotherapy, there is truly something for everyone. I'll be back!"
Christina Laird, PhD, LCSW
Denver, Colorado
My experience was amazing! This is the 7th Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference I’ve attended and I always feel inspired and exhilarated afterwards. The faculty is always impressive and highly experienced and knowledgeable. I learn so much from them. They provide quality presentations and workshops that truly astounding!"
Lisa McGinn, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Oceanside, California

Frequently Asked Questions

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- What is the Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference? How is it different from other psychotherapy conferences?
  The Evolution of Psychotherapy is the premier psychotherapy conference for mental health professionals, founded in 1985 by the Milton H. Erickson Foundation. Often called "the Woodstock of psychotherapy," it brings together the field's most influential clinical voices, both pioneering legends and emerging innovators, for CE-eligible education across all major therapeutic modalities. The 2026 conference takes place December 7–9 at the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida, and introduces a new one-track main-stage format in which all attendees learn together in one room.
- How many CE credits can I earn at Evolution of Psychotherapy 2026?
  Attendees can earn 18 or more continuing education credits at the Evolution of Psychotherapy 2026. CE credits are approved by multiple accrediting bodies, including the American Psychological Association (APA), the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB), the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), and additional organizations. Each session is eligible for 1.0 or more CE credits, and on-demand CE options are also available after the conference through the Evolution Plus platform.
- How much does it cost to attend Evolution of Psychotherapy 2026?
  Evolution of Psychotherapy 2026 for licensed clinical professionals starts at $299 with the early-bird rate. Pricing increases through tiered deadlines: $399 (Early Bird), $499 (Regular), $599 (Late Regular), and $699 (Late). Student rate is a flat fee of $299. Non-Clinical attendee rate is a flat fee of $899. Group discounts are available for teams of five or more. Visit this link to connect with our customer experience team to request a group discount. All CE credits are included in the registration price at no additional cost.
- What is the one-track main stage format?
  New for 2026, the Evolution of Psychotherapy is moving to a one-track main stage format, meaning every attendee experiences every session together in one room. Unlike traditional multi-track conferences where you choose between competing breakout sessions, the one-track format ensures you never miss a presentation. This shared experience creates a stronger sense of community and carries into networking conversations, hallway discussions, and peer connections throughout the conference.
- Can I attend the Evolution of Psychotherapy online or on-demand?
  The Evolution of Psychotherapy 2026 is available both in person and on demand. The live conference takes place December 7–9, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, with a one-track main stage format designed for an immersive, shared learning experience. For those who cannot attend in person or who want to revisit sessions after the event, Evolution Plus provides on-demand access to conference recordings with CE-eligible credits. On-demand participants can earn continuing education credits at their own pace, making Evolution accessible to mental health professionals regardless of location or schedule.
- Will Evolution return to Anaheim?
  The multi-track Evolution of Psychotherapy conference is scheduled to return to Anaheim in a future year. Evolution of Psychotherapy: Foundations and Futures is a new and exciting format for our 2026 conference in Orlando.

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Evolution of Psychotherapy 2026 | Building on the Foundations, Advancing the Future