The European Association for Clinical Psychology and psychological treatment (EACLIPT) expresses deep concern regarding the current situation in the United States concerning science, evidence-based treatment, and the potential threats to mental health. Recent developments have highlighted a troubling trend of undermining and censuring scientific research and evidence-based practices in medical care. This shift poses significant risks to the well-being of individuals who rely on scientifically validated treatments for their mental health conditions. It is crucial to ensure that mental health care remains grounded in rigorous scientific evidence to provide the best possible outcomes for those in need. We are also deeply concerned about the impact of the current political situation on the mental health of individuals. The heightened political tensions and divisive rhetoric have created an environment of uncertainty and stress, which can exacerbate mental health issues. EACLIPT stands in solidarity with mental health professionals and advocates in the United States who are working tirelessly to protect and promote evidence-based practices. In particular, we voice our support for the efforts and concerns of the American Psychological Association (see https://updates.apaservices.org/ ) and for the editors of scientific medical journals under the lead of The LANCET to promote accessibility to scientific research and evidence-based information (see https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(25)00237-5/fulltext ). We call for a renewed commitment to science and the well-being of individuals affected by mental health issues. Together, we can ensure that mental health care remains effective, compassionate, and grounded in the best available evidence. EACLIPT Board and Editors of Clinical Psychology in Europe (CPE) #mentalhealth #science

Remember Our Last Webinar with EFIC? If you found it insightful, you won't want to miss their upcoming conference! You can rewatch the webinar on EFIC's YouTube Channel or on our channel . Join the EFIC 2025 Conference in Lyon! The conference will take place from April 24th to 26th, 2025, in Lyon, France. This year's theme is “Comorbidity of chronic pain and mental health disorders: Breaking the cycle.” Why Attend EFIC 2025? • Discover the latest advancements in pain science and connect with 3,500 healthcare professionals from around the globe. • This event offers a unique opportunity to share groundbreaking research and gain insights from leading experts. • Enhance your clinical skills through refresher sessions and prepare for the European Diplomas in Pain Medicine, Pain Nursing, and Pain Physiotherapy. Don't miss out on being part of the largest international congress on pain in 2025. 📅 Only a few days left before the Standard Registration Deadline: 18 March 2025 📅 Register now: https://europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2025/registration/

Dear Colleague, We are excited to announce that registration for the EACLIPT 2025 Conference in Frankfurt is now open ! Join us from May 28th to 30th, 2025 , for an event that promises to be both enlightening and inspiring. We cordially invite you to join the upcoming conference of EACLIPT and the Excellence Center DYNAMIC , which will be held in Frankfurt am Main . Clinical psychology, as our whole societies, is challenged by stages of transition. Developing new concepts to better understand mental disorders, improving treatment approaches, and disseminating effective interventions to those in need require the search for new solutions. Conference Highlights: - Keynote Speakers : Hear from renowned experts such as Claudia Bockting, Richard Bryant, Bruce Chorpita, Catherine Eubanks, Stefan Hofmann, Rory O'Connor, Evaldas Kazlauskas, Pia Pechtel, Paulina Zelviené, and Stephen Hayes providing new perspectives on the challenges of our field. - Panel Discussion : Engage in a thought-provoking discussion on "Psychologists in Systems of Terror and Injustice," featuring presentations by Joel Dimsdale and Andreas Maercker. - Pre-Conference Workshops : Participate in hands-on training sessions on May 28th, focusing on psychological interventions for children, adolescents, and adults (e.g., Stephen Hayes, Cathy Eubanks, Bruce Chorpita). Limited places are available, so be sure to register early ! - Open Program: Explore a wide range of evidence-based psychological interventions. - Symposium and Poster Sessions: Present your own research or participate in poster sessions to share and discuss innovative ideas. Why Attend? - Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals, researchers, and experts from around the world. - Innovative Sessions : Gain insights from cutting-edge research and innovative practices in our field. - Professional Development : Enhance your skills and knowledge through various workshops and presentations. How to Register: Visit our conference website to register and purchase your tickets. Don't miss out on early bird discounts available until 23rd February 2025. We look forward to welcoming you to Frankfurt for an enriching and inspiring experience at EACLIPT 2025!

On this blog post we will post informations about the EACLIPT 2025 conference. This blog post will be updated regularly as new information are available so do not hesitate to come by regularly. We will also share new informations on our social medias. This conference is organised in cooperation between EACLIPT and the LOEWE Center DYNAMIC, Hessen . Practical Information Date : 28 to 30 May 2025 Location : Goethe University, Frankfurt International speakers already confirmed Joel Dimsdale  (San Diego US): The Nuremberg process and the involvement of psychologists and psychiatrists Steve Hayes  (Reno, US): ACT and Process-Based Psychotherapy Pia Pechtel  (Okanagan, CAN): Childhood Trauma: From Brain Development to Evidence-Based Practice and Beyond Bruce Chorpita  (UCLA Los Angeles, US):  A dynamic framework for evidence-based psychological treatments for children and adolescents Catherine Eubanks  (Garden City NY, US): Dealing with Ruptures in the Therapeutic Relationship Claudi Bockting  (Amsterdam, NL) Agnieszka Popiel  (Warzaw, POL): Life Supervision Rory O’Connor  (Glasgow, UK) Suicidality: Psycho­logical Models and Recommendations for Care Evaldas Kazlauskas & Paulina Želvienė (Vilnius, Lithuania) Richard Bryant  (Sydney, AUS): Mental Health: A Global Perspective

Update 05/12/2024 : The registration link is now available to register to the webinar! We are thrilled to announce an upcoming webinar with Dr. Joan Marsh , Editor-in-Chief of The Lancet Psychiatry . 🗓️ Date: January 28th, 2025 🕕 Time: 6 PM CET (5 PM GMT) Webinar Details: The webinar, entitled “Publishing in a High-Quality Journal: Behind the Scenes at The Lancet Psychiatry ”, will provide an in-depth exploration of the world of high-impact academic publishing. Dr. Joan Marsh will share her insights and experiences from her extensive career in scientific editing and publishing. Why Attend: Understand What Editors Look For: Learn directly from Dr. Joan Marsh about what Lancet editors seek in submissions. Improve Your Chances: Get tips on how to enhance your manuscript's chances of being selected for peer review. Stay Updated: Hear about the latest developments from the Lancet journals and the broader field of science publishing. About Dr. Joan Marsh: Dr. Joan Marsh is the Editor-in-Chief of The Lancet Psychiatry . She joined the Lancet group in November 2013 as Deputy Editor to help launch The Lancet Psychiatry and continued in that role until November 2021. She now has overall responsibility for the journal and its development, which includes manuscript assessment, overseeing peer review, and commissioning content. Her particular project is the Editorial Board Development Programme that aims to train early career researchers from low/middle-income countries in peer review and manuscript evaluation in preparation for joining a journal’s Editorial Board. Joan read Natural Sciences at Cambridge University, then completed a PhD in molecular biology. She worked as an editor with The Ciba/Novartis Foundation in London, editing and organizing their prestigious symposium series. Joan then spent several years in South-East Asia, including two years in Hong Kong, where she worked for Hong Kong University and for Excerpta Medica. Joan returned to the UK in September 1999 and became an editor with John Wiley & Sons, commissioning books in the life sciences and medicine. Joan is actively engaged with the European Association of Science Editors. She was on the Council for 12 years, including six as President. She is now Chair of its Gender Policy Committee, with a particular interest in improving diversity in peer review. She is also an Associate Editor for the Association’s journal, European Science Editing . How to Register: Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Click the button below to register! This webinar is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from a leading expert in scientific publishing. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your understanding and skills. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for the registration link!

Were you unable to join us for our joint webinar with the   European Pain Federation EFIC on “ Navigating Pain and Mental Health: Strategies for a Supportive Workplace ”? Good news! The webinar is now available on our YouTube channel for you to watch at your convenience. Moderation : • Zsófia Nagy, EFIC Speakers : • Prof. Dr. Winfried Rief, University of Marburg, Germany • Dr. Katharina Ledermann, University of Fribourg and University Hospital Zurich, Switzerland • Prof. Dr. Patrice Forget, University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom Don't forget to  subscribe  to our channel for more insightful content!

We are excited to announce a joint webinar organized by the European Pain Federation EFIC and the European Association of Clinical Psychology and Psychological Treatment (EACLIPT) on November 14th, 2024, at 12:30pm CET. Webinar Details:  The webinar, titled “ Navigating Pain and Mental Health: Strategies for a Supportive Workplace ,” will feature leading experts who will share the latest insights and research related to this year’s #WorldMentalHealthDay theme, “ Mental health at work ”. Why Attend: Stay updated with the latest research and trends Learn from leading experts in the field Engage with professionals and ask questions How to Register:  Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Register for the webinar by following the link below. This webinar promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn and grow with us. Register today and be part of this important discussion.

Dear all, As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, there’s no better time to cozy up with a warm cup of tea and dive into the latest issue of Clinical Psychology in Europe . This newest edition is packed with groundbreaking research and insightful articles that will keep you engaged through the chilly autumn days. A heartfelt thank you to all the authors, reviewers, and editorial team for their dedication and hard work. You can read it online or download it as you prefer.

March 29-30, 2025 - Online The introductory course on well-being therapy that was originally planned to take place in Tübingen, Germany the 18th and 19th September 2024 is postponed to the 29th and 30th of March 2025 and will now be held online . A specific psychotherapeutic strategy for modulating psychological well-being and pursuing euthymia, Well-Being Therapy (WBT), has been developed and validated in a number of randomized controlled trials. WBT has been manualized (Fava, G.A.: Well-Being Therapy. Treatment Manual and Clinical Applications. Basel, Karger, 2016). Translations of the manual have been published in Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, German, French, Hungarian, Turkish and Polish. A certification process for WBT has been promoted by the Academy of Well-Being Therapy, of which Professor Giovanni A. Fava, MD, is President. The certification process includes attendance of an Introductory Course, individual supervision of two clinical cases treated with WBT, and case presentation at an Advanced Course. The Introductory Course will be held online and includes two days: Saturday, March 29, 13.30-17.30 (Central European time) and Sunday, March 30, 14.00-17.30. The aim of the course is to provide an in-depth understanding of assessment strategies, indications and clinical applications of WBT. The course is challenging and intensive, and represents an excellent opportunity for clinicians to improve their knowledge on the assessment and treatment of mental disorders. Case presentations and interactive learning strategies will allow to reach this purpose. The introductory course will be held in English.

Dear all, The EACLIPT x UMH International Conference on Urban Mental Health 2024 is now over. We would like to take the time to say a massive THANK YOU ! Firstly to all presenters and all attendees who joined us in Amsterdam this year. We feel privileged to have had you with us and extend our heartfelt gratitude for your time, valuable contributions, and active participation throughout the conference. We believe it has been an exceptionally positive, thought-provoking, and successful event and we hope you shared a similar experience. We would also say a huge thank you to Centre for Urban Mental Health and its Management Team for its close collaboration in organising the event and all their efforts, as well as to the various people involved. We would also mention Nina Hodgson-Sweeney, from The Mental Elf, that did a massive work in covering the conversations in the rooms and beyond. Conference Recap Our partner, the Centre for Urban Mental Health did a wonderful recap about the conference that you can find by following this link . You can also go take a look at the comprehensive overview of Nina from The Mental Elf. Finally, if you couldn't make it to the conference this year, you can still have a look at the fantastic abstracts and talks and join EACLIPT on X and Linkedin for some impressions of the conference. Next conference? We are delighted to announce that the next conference of EACLIPT will be held in Frankfurt, Germany, next year. You can already reserve the dates of May 29 - 30 2025, with the preconference starting on May 28 2025 already! More information about the conference will follow in the future so stay tuned for more updates and announcements from EACLIPT .

Dear all, We are thrilled to informed you that the journal Clinical Psychology in Europe (CPE), the official academic journal of EACLIPT, will be indexed in Web of Science in the Web of Science Core Collection and receive an impact factor soon. Congratulations to our Editors-in-Chief, Cornelia Weise and Winfried Rief, as well as all the other people involved, for this accomplishment ! We would also like to take this opportunity to remind you that Clinical Psychology in Europe (CPE) is still looking for an additional Editor in Chief. You can find all the informations here by clicking on the button below.

We decided to try a new format for our blog with the choice to present you a featured article each month. For this first featured article we choose to present to you the paper " The future of psychological treatments: The Marburg Declaration", written by Winfried Rief, Gordon J G Asmundson, Richard A Bryant, David M Clark, Anke Ehlers, Emily A Holmes, Richard J McNally, Carmem B Neufeld, Sabine Wilhelm, Adam C Jaroszewski, Max Berg, Anke Haberkamp, Stefan G Hofmann and the PsyChange consortium and published in the Clinical Psychology Review Journal. You can find the complete paper in open-access by clicking on this link . Here is our review of this article below. We hope you will enjoy this new format and see you soon for more content. Do you have a thought-provoking article that you think could be suitable for this new format? Then do not hesitate and send it to us. Maybe we will select it to be the next featured article of the month. 1) What’s in the paper? Clinical Psychology needs to take care of challenges for the future of general mental health care like the high prevalence of disorders, health care costs, the need to optimise mental health care and reduce barriers to access it, the need to have effective and evidence-based therapies, and the need to address societal needs. To overcome those new challenges, a group of clinical psychologists met in Marburg, Germany, with the aim to discuss current challenges, review evidence and make recommendations for future development in the field of clinical psychology. This article is the result of their constructive discussion. The authors raise avenues for the future of clinical psychology and discuss different topics like: the importance to identify the processes and mechanisms that need to be targeted in treatment the crucial part of guidelines and structural aspect of services to increase access to therapies the need to go further categorical models with models like the network models to address the complexity of psychopathology the use of digital mental health interventions to increase access to therapies and overcome structural barriers new directions in research into the effectiveness of therapies like the use of adaptive interventions and meta-analyses focusing on specific mechanisms and components the priority to take into account cultural context and its influence on mental disorders and to adapt treatments accordingly the development of a common framework for psychological interventions and going beyond theoretical orientations the usefulness of having dynamic training systems for therapists and a constant focus on increasing the quality increasing access to evidence based treatments and having more outreach to the general public 2) Why is this important to us? This article offers a broad view of the current state of clinical psychology and the challenges for the future. The authors address those challenges and provide useful recommendations to overcome them. Those recommendations are useful and can be implemented at multiple levels not only by the clinicians, and researchers but also by the diverse stakeholders of general mental health including centers, services and policymakers. This article is a real mine of information that we recommend to anyone working in the field of clinical psychology and wanting to know different ways of dealing with the current challenges in our field. 3) What do we take away from it? There is a constant need for clinical psychology to evolve with scientific advancements, societal changes and individual needs. The Marburg Declaration gives us a road map for the future, describing current challenges in clinical psychology and mental health and offering crucial recommendations that can be implemented. By presenting us so much material to work with and concrete actions that can be done, the authors grant us an optimistic view and the hope for a even brighter future for clinical psychology. We hope this quick review of this article has made you want to read it in its entirety and we will see you next month for the next featured article.