Can I purchase a recording of the event if I cannot attend in person?

Can’t attend live? No problem. Choose our “Recording Access Only” ticket to receive the full replay of all sessions (available for 30 days) a CPD certificate, and access to the digital pack. Ideal if you have prior commitments but don’t want to miss out on the insights.

Will there be a CPD Certificate?

All attendees will receive a 7-hour CPD certificate following the event. Certificates will be issued by ACTO via email within one week of the conference. If you’ve purchased a Recording Only ticket, you’ll still receive a certificate once you’ve accessed the recordings and confirmed your attendance

How do I attend the AGM?

The ACTO Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place at 10:00am as a separate members-only event. If you are an ACTO member and wish to attend the AGM, you will need a separate access code and registration link. This conference ticket does not include access to the AGM.

Saturday, 29 November

Beyond the Screen: Transformational Therapy in a Digital Age

By ACTO

ACTO's 2025 Conference brings together forward-thinking clinicians to explore what it truly means to be a digital practitioner.

Date and time

Location

Online

Lineup

Agenda

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Opening welcome from ACTO Patron and Interim Chair

Anne Stokes and Lesley Simpson-Gray

Welcome to our Conference and the ever-changing landscape around digital practice. Putting our day in focus and context so everyone gets the most out of day together.

10:30 AM - 10:50 AM

Focus on AI and Ethical Tools

Kenneth Kelly

Explore how artificial intelligence can support administrative tasks whilst maintaining clinical integrity and confidentiality. Learn about emerging tools, ethical frameworks, and best practices for...

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Data Protection and Cyber Governance

Cath Knibbs

Navigating the complex landscape of digital security, client confidentiality and regulatory compliance. Gain practical strategies for safeguarding your practice and clients in an increasingly comple...

11:40 AM - 12:00 PM

Spotlight on Augmented Reality

Ange McMillan

In this session, we’ll explore how Augmented Reality (AR) can support young people’s mental health in accessible, low-demand ways. You’ll get hands-on with approaches that range from purpose-built A...

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Online Inclusion and Identity

Hamilton Sargent

Explore how digital environments can both challenge and enhance therapeutic presence, cultural responsiveness and client accessibility. Learn approaches that centre inclusion and affirm diverse ide...

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Working across borders -navigating the world of global practice

Kenneth Kelly and speaker tbc

Kenneth Kelly offers practical insights to how AI agents can support us to navigate the complex world of practitioner guidelines. We've got everything you need to explore your journey towards global...

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Digital Practice Demonstrations - Virtual Playrooms and Standalone Tools

PlaySpace Health and Simply Sandplay

The team from Playspace take a playful and creative look at the changing landscape of virutal playrooms and therapeutic environments for children and young people, creating engaging virtual spaces th...

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Digital Practice Demonstrations - Deep Dive into Practice Management

WriteUpp

We take a look at approaches to practice management and hear from WriteUpp on ways that practice management supports digital transformation, sustainability and is fast becoming an essential tool for ...

3:00 PM - 3:20 PM

Training today's Digital Practitioners - Online counselling and email therapy

Email Academy

Hear how has the learning landscape has adapted to today's digital practitioner and has changed for training organisations and what's it like to train to practice online. Claire Foster shines a ligh...

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

AI for Ethical Note-Taking

Jung Sidekick and Kenneth Kelly

Take your curiosity to the next level with this hands-on demonstration with a range of tools and applications. Engage with tool providers for insights and application, then take advantage of risk-fr...

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Panel Discussion - Bring your questions - explore with the experts

Lesley Simpson-Gray

Take your curiosity further and explore with the experts, growing and learning together!

5:30 PM - 5:50 PM

Closing remarks from Anne Stokes and Lesley Simpson-Gray

Anne Stokes and Lesley Simpson-Gray

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Highlights

7 hours
Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Health • Mental health

Welcome to Beyond the Screen: Transformational Therapy in a Digital Age! Join us for ACTO's 2025 Conference - an engaging online event where we will explore what it means to be a digital practitioner today. This one-day online event will equip mental health professionals with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to navigate the evolving landscape of digital therapy—from AI ethics to immersive technologies, from cyber governance to inclusive practice. Our expert speakers will share insights and strategies for navigating therapy in a digital age. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the future of therapy from the comfort of your own screen!

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