External Events
Links to Other Workshop Providers [Disclaimer: The events advertised on this page are neither accredited nor endorsed in any way by the NZ Psychological Society. They are advertised on behalf of external providers for information only. All enquiries must be directed through the relevant link provided below.] If you would like to advertise on this page please contact us.
2025 Professional Development Events
Trauma Education presented by Dr Leah Giarratano
Treating PTSD and Complex Trauma (Day 1-4) with Dr Leah Giarratano. Core 30-hour online international training for all mental health professionals working with traumatised populations. The program attracts between 15 and 42 trauma-focused CPD hours.
Self-paced online over three months commencing on delivery of your printed materials, or on 1 February, 1 April, 1 July or 1 October annually. You can complete the program entirely self-paced in your own time without time off work. You can split the Day 1-4 program to complete in different periods during the year (e.g., Day 1-2 commencing in February and Day 3-4 commencing in July). A complimentary extension is available for self-paced learning if required. When you register for our self-paced online program, you have access to a scheduled livestream in the same, or the following year to help consolidate learning.
Join one our highly interactive Day 1-4 livestreams in 2025 offered in March, June, September for NZ or November. You have three months access to the self-paced online program immediately following your livestream to consolidate learning.
The Day 1-4 Fee is $1,290 AUD or $695 AUD for Day 1-2 or Day 3-4 if purchased separately for NZ residents. Please register one month prior and allow 2 weeks for delivery of printed materials. Your program fee includes access to both modes to help consolidate your learning. You can also complete the program in either or both modes (e.g., Day 1-2 in self-paced and Day 3-4 livestream or vice versa).
For all upcoming offerings, click here.
An Introduction to Clinical Art & Play Therapy by Dr Rosa Bologna
Online, self-paced with 4 months to complete (40 hours CPD). Includes a Welcome Starter Kit posted to you.
This comprehensive introductory workshop presents the core theoretical, conceptual, and practical components of clinical art and play therapy practice. It emphasises the safe and effective facilitation of symbolic, metaphoric, and multisensory communication to assess and address diverse psychological needs in clients of all ages and backgrounds. Participants gain over a dozen practical exercises that can be applied immediately in their practice.
This workshop is the first in our introductory series. We offer a full training program, including Master’s and PhD pathways available online through our partnership with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), open to international students.
NZPS members receive a 40% discount using code NZPS40OFF. For more information, click here.
Hidden in Plain Sight: The Identification and Treatment of Complex Trauma and Dissociation (31st Oct-2 Nov, 2025). Wellington/Pōneke
The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) will host this 3-day event at Te Papa (preconference workshops, Oct 31st) and at Tākina Conference Centre (conference, 1st-2nd Nov), featuring international Keynote speakers including Prof Julian Ford (author of numerous books on complex PTSD treatment), Jess Hill (prize winning investigative journalist), and Michael Coy (current ISSTD president, and author of a soon-to-be published book on treating dissociative symptoms and disorders with EMDR). Pre-conference and conference workshops will be given by international and national clinician and researchers. The conference immediately follows the EMDR NZ conference at Te Papa (Oct 29th-30th). For more information, click here.
Introduction to Dance Movement Therapy Workshop
Are you interested in adding an additional body-based skill to your kete? Dance movement therapy (DMT) is an evidence-based modality that complements psychology and counseling practice, enabling you to support your kiritaki from a holistic and somatic perspective.
Dance Therapy Training Aotearoa has been proudly empowering therapy practitioners since 2014 and are offering an Introduction to DMT workshop. This 13-hour training introduces participants to foundational skills and practices in the field of dance movement therapy - including many opportunities to experience a range of DMT approaches firsthand. The workshop can also serve as a pathway into our two-year part-time Diploma in Dance Movement Therapy. For more information, click here.
