Sponsorship

PCHEI Annual Conference 2026

THEME: Beyond Talk: Creative Approaches to Counselling and Psychological Support for University Students

DATES: May 25–26, 2026 (Hybrid Event)

LOCATION: Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone

FORMAT: Hybrid (In-Person and Online)

The PCHEI Annual Conference brings together counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, and higher education professionals from across Ireland and internationally. 

About the PCHEI Annual Conference 2026

Delegates include practitioners from:

  • Private practice
  • Universities and higher education institutions
  • Student support and wellbeing services
  • Clinical and therapeutic settings

The 2026 programme features keynote speakers, interactive workshops, panel discussions, and a gala networking dinner, offering up to 12 CPD credits for attendees .

Why Sponsor PCHEI 2026

The PCHEI Annual Conference brings together a focused and engaged community of counsellors, psychologists, and student support professionals working across higher education. Engaging with the conference offers an opportunity to connect with practitioners, contribute to shared learning, support evidence-informed practice across the sector, and provide opportunities to showcase products and services to decision-makers and practitioners.

Specialist Audience

Direct access to a highly engaged, specialised audience

Brand Alignment

Brand alignment with mental health, education, and innovation.

Conference Visibility

Visibility across both in-person and global online audiences.

Innovative Practice

Association with cutting-edge therapeutic and creative practices

AUIDENCE PROFILE

Who You Will Reach

Engagement with PCHEI connects you with:

  • Mental health professionals (psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists)
  • Higher education staff (student support, counselling services, academic leaders)
  • Private practitioners
  • Decision-makers in student wellbeing
  • International delegates attending online and in person

Sponsorship Opportunities

We offer flexible sponsorship options for both in-person and online engagement.

Keynote Sponsorship

(Premium Opportunity)

Investment

€2,000

Includes:

  • Branding as sponsor of a keynote session (in-person or online keynote)
  • Opportunity to introduce keynote speaker
  • Logo on main stage screen and livestream
  • Featured logo on conference website and programme
  • Exhibition space (in-person)
  • 3 complimentary conference passes (in-person or online)
  • Inclusion in delegate materials (digital & physical)


Gala Dinner Sponsorship



Investment

€3,000

Includes:

  • Branding at Gala Dinner & Networking Evening
  • Opportunity to address delegates during dinner
  • Logo on menus, signage, and event screens
  • Sponsored prize/spot prize branding opportunity
  • 2 complimentary conference passes
  • Exhibition space


Lunch Sponsorship

(Per Day)

Investment

€1,500

Includes:

  • Branding at lunch area and signage
  • Verbal acknowledgement during programme
  • Logo on conference materials
  • Opportunity to provide branded materials
  • 2 complimentary passes


Refreshment Break (Morning/Afternoon)

Investment

€1,500

Includes:

  • Branding as sponsor of a keynote session (in-person or online keynote)
  • Opportunity to introduce keynote speaker
  • Logo on main stage screen and livestream
  • Featured logo on conference website and programme
  • Exhibition space (in-person)
  • 3 complimentary conference passes (in-person or online)
  • Inclusion in delegate materials (digital & physical)


Hybrid / Online Experience Sponsor

Full Day 

Investment

€2,000

  • Includes:
  • Branding across livestream platform
  • Logo visibility in all online sessions
  • Opportunity to include short video (30–60 sec)
  • Digital exhibitor presence
  • Access to online delegate engagement tools
  • 2 online passes

Workshop Sponsorship

Investment

€800

  • Includes:
  • Sponsor branding linked to a workshop session (hybrid or in-person)
  • Logo displayed during session (and livestream where applicable)
  • Opportunity to introduce session
  • 1 complimentary pass

Exhibition Stand 

(In-Person)

Investment

€500

  • Includes:
  • Exhibition table at venue
  • Direct engagement with delegates
  • Logo on website and programme
  • 1 complimentary in-person pass

Digital Sponsor
(Online Only)

Investment

€300

Includes:

  • Logo on conference website and digital programme
  • Inclusion in pre-event and post-event emails
  • Visibility to online attendees

Sponsorship Packages

Platinum Sponsor

€5,000

  • Keynote Sponsorship
  • Premium logo placement (all materials)
  • Exhibition stand
  • 4 complimentary passes
  • Speaking opportunity
  • Branding across hybrid platform


Gold Sponsor

€4,000

  • Choice of Gala Dinner OR Keynote sponsorship
  • Exhibition stand
  • 3 complimentary passes
  • Logo on all materials

Silver Sponsor

€3,000

  • Workshop or Online Sponsorship
  • Logo on website & programme
  • 2 complimentary passes
  • Exhibition space (shared or standard)

Bronze Sponsor

€1,500

Break or Digital Sponsorship

Logo placement

1 complimentary pass

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

  • Custom sponsorship options are available, including:
  • Delegate bags or materials
  • Lanyards and badges
  • Wi-Fi sponsorship
  • CPD certificate branding
  • Sponsored content or demonstrations

Sponsor Benefits

Pre-event marketing campaigns

Onsite visibility at Hodson Bay Hotel

Global online exposure

(livestream sessions)

Post-event recognition and reporting

Contact

To discuss sponsorship opportunities or tailor a package:

Email: info@pchei.ie

Organisation: PCHEI (Psychological Counsellors in Higher Education Ireland)