Events

ACAMH events are considered the gold standard of learning, centred around evidence-based research, with leading lights in the field as speakers. ACAMH is a charity, and we receive no government funding, nor do we ask for donations. We try to keep our costs as low as possible, and provide many events completely free. Don’t forget as a charity any surplus made is reinvested back as we work to our vision of ‘Sharing best evidence, improving practice’.

Delegates get access to recordings of the sessions  from 5 working days after the event, plus all a personalised CPD/CME certificate.

ACAMH paying Members receive a discount to events, please considering joining and become part of the advancement of child and adolescent mental health.

Bookings are processed online, there are discounts for group bookings (in excess of £500), and we can only except purchase orders for £500+. If you are having difficulty signing up to an event do please email or call +44 (0)20 7403 7458.

  • Emma Morris

    Mentalising with complex clinical presentations in children and families: a systemic and trauma-informed approach

    Dr. Emma Morris leads webinar workshop helping clinicians use a mentalizing and systemic approach to assess, formulate, and treat complex trauma in children, young people, and families.

    Event type
    Expert knowledge session
    Location
    LIVE STREAM
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  • Helen Pote

    How to integrate AI and other digital tools into everyday clinical practice

    This practical workshop from Professor Helen Pote (pic), Gemma Rides and Lisa Summerhill, helps clinicians and allied professionals safely and effectively integrate AI and digital tools into everyday practice with children, young people and families.

    Event type
    Workshop
    Location
    LIVE STREAM
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  • Arnon Bentovim web

    How to Support Distressed Pupils: School-Based Resilience Training

    This training introduces school staff to an evidence-informed approach for supporting children and young people experiencing distress. Led by Dr. Arnon Bentovim, this session is run collaboration with Child and Family Training.

    Event type
    Introductory and Update Session
    Location
    Online
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  • Psychotherapist focusing on a teenager with personal struggles and hormonal shifts in therapy session. Expert listening attentively, providing support for mental and social issues.

    Safeguarding & Suicide Risk in CAMHS: Assessing and Managing Risk in Children and Young People

    This set of talks explores updated best practice in suicide prevention within CAMHS, highlighting a shift toward personalised, collaborative safety assessment, formulation, and management following new 2025 national guidance. It also examines suicidality in autism, multiagency learning from recent cases, and broader safeguarding approaches including child exploitation and forensic CAMHS perspectives.

    Event type
    Introductory and Update Session
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  • Catherine Lord

    Autism Assessment Across the Lifespan: Diagnosis, Clinical Challenges, and Measuring Change

    As awareness grows and more individuals seek assessment later in life, demand is increasing for clinicians to develop expertise in autism diagnosis across the lifespan, including nuanced understanding of gender differences in autism, cultural influences, and late or adult diagnosis pathways. Join us at this advanced masterclass with world-renowned expert Professor Catherine Lord.

    Event type
    Masterclass
    Location
    Online
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  • Daniel Le Grange

    Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa

    This session will be emphasising adaptation in response to increasing clinical complexity. It is led by Prof. Daniel Le Grange—learn its foundations, effectiveness, and when to adapt for better mental health outcomes.

    Event type
    Masterclass
    Location
    Online
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  • Alessio Bellato

    Assessment Tools and Interventions for Emotion (Dys)Regulation: Practical Approaches

    Emotion regulation is a key skill for well-being, yet individuals, particularly those who are neurodivergent, may experience unique challenges in managing emotions in daily life. This two-part short course provides a practical approach to understanding, assessing, and providing personalised support across diverse populations.

    Event type
    Short course - 2 sessions
    Location
    Online
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  • Close up portrait of nice cute cheerful small little girl, showing double thumbs up

    ACAMH Awards 2026

    Join us for the ACAMH Awards 2026. It is completely free to attend and open to Members and Non-members alike.

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  • Meng Chuan Lai

    Autism: Camouflaging and Masking (Impression Management) — Evidence and Clinical Implications

    Explore the latest evidence on camouflaging and masking in autism (also known as Impression Management), including developmental considerations, clinical debates, and implications for assessment and support. Led by expert Associate Professor Dr. Meng-Chuan Lai.

    Event type
    Advanced session
    Location
    Online
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  • Helen Minnis

    Maltreatment, Trauma-Related Disorders, and Their Interplay with Neurodivergence

    Prof Helen Minnis leads a session about the trauma and stressor related disorders of childhood, known as Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED). These are disorders thought to be ‘caused’ by maltreatment (abuse and neglect). We aim to raise your awareness about RAD & DSED and to enable you with the skills to recognise associated behaviours in children and young people who you work.

    Event type
    Advanced session
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