Plan now to join us for our next
CAPS International Conference
Renaissance Columbus Downtown – March 26-28, 2026
Conference Features
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Opening Night Gala*
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Dinner
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Opening Plenary Session
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Dessert Reception
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CAPSx Luncheon*
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Over 100 Different Sessions to Choose From
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Poster Sessions
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Special Interest Group Meet-Ups
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Continuing Education Credits
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And More!
* Opening Night Gala and CAPSx Luncheon are included in the regular registration fee!
2026 Pre-Conference Workshops
Thursday 9am-12 noon
Pre-Conference and Post-Conference Workshops require registration and additional costs; they are not included in the general conference registration fee.
Ethical Therapy from a Christian World View
Barbara Jean Lowe Sauvé
ACCESS Track
Harnessing Generative AI in Counselor Education to Enhance Training and Research
Kristy Ford, Robyn Simmons, Chase McKinney
Psychoanalytic Track
The Integrative Mindset: Pathways to Practicing as a Christian Clinician
Brad Strawn, Earl Bland, Cayla Bland
2026 Post-Conference Workshops
Saturday 2-5 pm
Christian Psych Track
Joshua Knabb
Psychoanalytic Track
Lacanian (Eu)Contamination: Psychoanalysis and Disgust in Clinical Practice
Paul Hoard, Tessa Wolf
Sexual Wholeness Track
Sex & Intimacy in the New Machine Age: Navigating the Impact of AI Technology on Marital Intimacy and Sexual Connection
David Hall
Schedule
Thursday, March 26
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Pre-Conference Workshops*
(separate fee and registration)
2:00 – 5:30 pm
Breakout Sessions
5:45 –10:30 pm
Conference Kickoff Event
5:45 – 7:00 pm
Dinner
(cost covered in registration fee)
7:00 – 8:30 pm
Praise & Worship/Opening Plenary
8:30 –10:00 pm
Welcome Desserts Reception and Special Interest Groups Meetings
Friday, March 27
8:00 – 9:00 am
Breakout Sessions
9:00 – 10:15 am
Poster Sessions
10:15 – 11:15 am
Breakout Sessions
11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Plenary Luncheon (CAPSx Talks)
(cost covered in registration fee)
2:00 – 4:30 pm
Breakout Sessions
4:30 – 5:45 pm
Poster Sessions
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Receptions, alumni dinners, free time/night on the town
Saturday, March 28
8:00 – 11:30 am
Breakout Sessions
2:00 – 5:00 pm
Post-Conference Workshops
(separate fee and registration)
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
50 North Third StreetColumbusOhioUnited States43215
T +1 303 77 9 1234 F +1 303 850 71 64
Relax in over 400 luxurious Columbus hotel rooms with upscale amenities and contemporary styling while enjoying stunning views of downtown. Let the colorful art of local artisans guide you to the rooftop terrace for relaxation in a uniquely urban poolside oasis.
