National Psychology Supervision Conference 2027
Call for Abstracts
Share your research, experience and ideas with Australia's psychology supervision community.
We invite supervisors, researchers, educators and psychology leaders to contribute to the conversation about the practice, research and future of psychology supervision.
Friday 23 April 2027
Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour
Contribute to NPSC 2027
Setting the Standard. Leading the Way.
The National Psychology Supervision Conference brings together psychologists from across Australia to focus specifically on the practice, research and future of psychology supervision.
NPSC provides an opportunity for supervisors, researchers, educators and psychology leaders to share knowledge, exchange ideas and contribute to the ongoing development of supervision in Australia.
We're looking for innovative research and presentations that advance psychology supervision in line with the conference theme: Setting the Standard. Leading the Way.
Submission Focus
What We're Looking For
We welcome submissions showcasing research in unique supervisory areas that demonstrate an evidence-based approach, as well as practice-based evidence that translates into meaningful insights for supervisory practice.
Submissions may explore:
- Research that advances our understanding of effective psychology supervision.
- Innovative approaches to supervision, training and professional development.
- Practice-based evidence and its implications for supervisory practice.
- Emerging challenges and opportunities in psychology supervision.
- Approaches that strengthen supervisory competence, professional standards and client outcomes.
Academic and Scientific Oversight
Scientific Committee
The NPSC Scientific Committee brings together experienced researchers, educators and practitioners with extensive expertise in psychology supervision, professional development, training and clinical practice.
Professor Analise O'Donovan
Analise is the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Health), Griffith University, a clinical psychologist and an internationally recognised contributor to the fields of clinical training, supervision and professional development.
Her research has made an important contribution to advancing evidence-informed supervision, including research into supervisor training, supervisor competencies and best-practice supervision.
With extensive experience in academic leadership, practice and supervisor education, she brings valuable expertise to the committee as an original founder of STAP.
Associate Professor James Kirby
James is the Director of the Clinical Psychology Program and Co-Director of the Compassionate Mind Research Group.
An internationally recognised researcher and trainer in Compassion Focused Therapy, he is an Ahpra-accredited trainer and brings valuable expertise as both a researcher and an experienced supervisor and trainer.
Susan McKee
Susan has extensive experience across clinical and organisational psychology, employee assistance programs and the supervision and training of psychologists.
Practising since 1998, Susan brings considerable expertise in practice, organisational leadership, professional development and evidence-based training.
She is a STAP evaluator, contributing nearly two decades of experience and commitment to psychology supervision.
Associate Professor Jacinta Hawgood
Jacinta is the Program Director of Suicidology at the Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention. She was recognised as a 2026 Suicide Prevention Australia Queensland finalist in the LiFE Awards, in the category of Innovative Practice and Research.
She has made a substantial contribution to psychology supervision through competency-based training, including development of the STARS-p protocol, her Ahpra-accredited training role, and her work in suicidality education and practitioner competencies in suicide prevention, assessment and response.
She has developed the world's first Graduate Certificate and Master's programs in Suicidology and has held significant national and international leadership and research roles.
NPSC 2027
Share Your Work With Us
Help shape the conversation about the future of psychology supervision in Australia.
Submit Your Abstract →Abstract submissions are managed through Currinda.
Phone number: 513-709-6779