Explore What’s Ahead at the PCHEI 2025 Annual Conference
Join Ireland’s leading community of student mental health professionals for three dynamic days of expert-led training, connection, and innovation. This year’s theme, “Expanding the Toolkit,” highlights creative, practical responses to the complex challenges facing HE counselling services. Whether attending in person or online, you'll gain new strategies, research insights, and peer support to strengthen your work and your service.
What to Expect over the Three Days
Discover practical strategies in trauma-informed counselling, explore innovations in clinical care, and build community with your peers across Ireland’s higher education sector.
Conference Highlights
Across three immersive days, this year’s conference brings together some of the most respected voices in student counselling. From groundbreaking therapy workshops to cutting-edge research on student anxiety and compulsive behaviours, the programme is packed with impactful sessions designed to equip you with practical tools and fresh insights.
Day 1
Opening & Embodied Learning
Monday, 26 May 2025
Kick off the conference with a full-day led by Tony Buckley on The Sensational Body, exploring somatic interventions for trauma recovery. The day includes welcoming remarks by Dr. Seán O’Connell, breakout sessions, and opportunities for informal connection through restorative activities.
DAY 2
Skills, Strategy & Community
TUESDAY, 27 May 2025
Dive into the heart of professional growth and community building. Highlights include the PCHEI AGM, interactive lightning talks, poster sessions, and a workshop with Bronagh Starrs on anxiety and ASD in students. A special Administrators Workshop focuses on staff wellbeing. The evening wraps with a Gala Dinner and social networking for members.
DAY 3
Clinical Innovation & Closing
WEDNESDAY, 28 May 2025
The final day features Dr. Paula Hall presenting an in-depth look at assessing and supporting students with CSBD (Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder). The morning starts with wellness activities and concludes with a closing address and moments for connection in the beautiful lakeside setting of Hodson Bay.
Meet the Speakers
Gain insights from leading voices in psychotherapy, student wellbeing, and mental health innovation.
PCHEI 2025 Conference Tickets
Explore ticket options tailored to your needs. Whether you’re attending in person or online, we’ve got a pass that fits.
Online Access – Monday Only
€150
Stream Monday's full session lineup from anywhere.
Ideal for remote participation.
MEMBERS
Member – Monday Only (In Person)
€275
Includes tea, scones, lunch, afternoon break, and immersive workshops.
Best for those attending one day only.
Non-Member – Monday Only (In Person)
€300
Open to non-PCHEI members.
Includes all Monday sessions and catering.
All Online – Full Conference Access
€185
Join the entire 3-day programme remotely.
Livestream + access to keynotes and discussions.
MEMBERS
Member – 3-Day Pass (In Person)
€375
Includes all sessions, meals on Mon & Tues, and Gala Dinner.
Full experience and networking benefits.
Administrator Workshop Ticket
€75
TUESDAY 27 MAY, 2:00 PM–4:30 PM
+ Gala Dinner
For SCS admin staff.
Note: Accommodation is not included. Contact Hodson Bay Hotel directly to book at delegate rates.
Register
The number of spaces is limited, so don't wait for the last minute. Last year's conference was booked to capacity.
Send us your details and we'll send you a registration form by email.