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10/08/2025

Latest ATSA Blog - Reflecting on the ATSA 2025 Conference By Arliss Kurtz MSW, RSW, RYT

Join Arliss Kurtz as she navigates a world of shifting dynamics as she travels to the ATSA 2025 Conference. Reflecting on how staying united and equanimous is essential for those assessing, treating, and preventing sexual harm her journey leads to reinforced networks and shared learning despite political and social hurdles. Read her reflections here:

By Arliss Kurtz MSW, RSW, RYT “United we stand. Divided we fall.” Winston Churchill Defined by Oxford Languages, Unity is the state of bei...

09/17/2025

ATSA launched its new Strategic Research Agenda yesterday at . We also shared our latest video highlighting our values and vision at ATSA.

ATSA was founded on the belief that knowledge, collaboration, and action can transform how society responds to sexual abuse. Building on this legacy, we're launching our Strategic Research Agenda.

This positions ATSA as a catalyst for research that truly matters. Watch our new video showcasing our vision and values! https://youtu.be/DSJAI67UqGs

We need your input. Over the coming months, ATSA members will help shape this agenda to reflect our community's expertise and priorities. The process will culminate at our first Annual Research Summit in Canada, where we'll advance a shared global vision for the future of sexual abuse prevention and treatment research.

Your continued commitment drives our field forward. More details coming soon.

09/16/2025

The energy is building as we kick off our opening ceremony! Our plenary session is about to begin, and we couldn’t be more excited.
Ainslie Heasman has just unveiled our new public policy agenda—a pivotal moment that will shape our advocacy voice moving forward.
It’s inspiring to see the strategic direction we’re taking as an organization.
Today we’re also celebrating our incredible chapters and their unwavering dedication to ATSA. The commitment and passion of our local leaders continues to drive our mission forward every single day.
Now we’re preparing for what promises to be a transformative presentation from Dr. Stacey Benson: “Finding Our Voice: Advocacy in the Eye of the Storm.”
Looking forward to the insights, connections, and momentum that will emerge from today’s sessions.

09/15/2025

Ranger the Wolf Hound was a pleasure to meet. We’ve got 6 pups waiting to meet you in the exhibit hall from 12:00pm to 1:30 pm every day of conference thanks to Pawfection!

09/15/2025

🎉 Preconference day is in full swing with engaging all intensive sessions

We’re thrilled to share that we’re already halfway through our opening day with an incredible 80% of attendees checked in and actively engaged in learning.

To everyone who’s joined us - in-person or virtually thank you for being here and bringing your enthusiasm.

📍 Don’t forget to join us at the Welcome Reception tonight from 5-7 PM in Crystal D&E! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, continue those great conversations, and kick off what promises to be an amazing few days together.

Here’s to an incredible conference ahead!

09/14/2025

A huge thank you to the CAMH, Center for Addiction and Mental Health, for sponsoring this year’s Conference Lanyards at the 44th Annual Research & Treatment Conference!

Every lanyard proudly displays a name—and every name matters. CAMH’s sponsorship is a perfect reminder that the work we do is about people first: advancing mental health, treatment, and recovery so every individual can thrive.

Come and grab your badge at 5:00 pm today!

Learn more about CAMH’s impact and explore their resources www.camh.ca/

09/12/2025

A huge thank you to CAMH, the Center for Addiction and Mental Health, for sponsoring this year’s Conference Lanyards at the 44th Annual Research & Treatment Conference!
Every lanyard proudly displays a name—and every name matters. CAMH’s sponsorship is a perfect reminder that the work we do is about people first: advancing mental health, treatment, and recovery so every individual can thrive.
Learn more about CAMH’s impact and explore their resources www.camh.ca/

09/12/2025

A huge thank you to the CAMH, Center for Addiction and Mental Health, for sponsoring this year’s Conference Lanyards at the 44th Annual Research & Treatment Conference!

Every lanyard proudly displays a name—and every name matters. CAMH’s sponsorship is a perfect reminder that the work we do is about people first: advancing mental health, treatment, and recovery so every individual can thrive.

Learn more about CAMH’s impact and explore their resources www.camh.ca/

09/11/2025

A big thank you to TreatAnyone for sponsoring the Conference Mobile App at the 44th Annual Research & Treatment Conference! With TreatAnyone’s support, attendees will have everything they need at their fingertips—daily schedules, maps, session details, and networking tools—all in one place.

Just as the app equips participants with everything they need for the conference, TreatAnyone provides mental health professionals with the tools they need to thrive—transforming the mental health landscape, one practice at a time. Learn more about their work at www.treatanyone.com

09/10/2025

ATSA CONFERENCE 2025 — Plenary Speaker Spotlight

Dr. Debby Herbenick, Provost Professor in the Department of Applied Health Science and Director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion, is a plenary speaker at the 2025 Annual Research & Treatment Conference.

We’re honored to have Dr. Herbenick join us to help push the conversation forward in prevention, education, and public health. Her most recent book, Yes Your Kid, offers practical and compassionate insight for parents navigating conversations about sexuality with teens—a must-read in today’s world.

Dr. Herbenick is a nationally recognized sexuality researcher, educator, and author whose groundbreaking work is shaping the national conversation on sexual health, attitudes, and behaviors. She is a trusted voice in promoting accurate, research-informed dialogue—especially around women’s health and adolescent sexuality.

📅 September 15-17, 2025
📍 Orlando, Florida
🔗It's not too late to register! https://ow.ly/61sG50WTpqF

09/09/2025

We will close the 44th Annual Research & Treatment Conference with gratitude to ABEL Screening and Talking for Change, sponsors of the Conference Farewell Reception!

The reception will be more than a celebration—it will be where names become friendships and conversations turn into collaborations. It will be the last chance to mix, mingle, and celebrate the connections we’ve built. Make plans to stay - we won’t be able to wrap things up without you!

It’s also when we’ll unveil the location of the 2026 Conference! Here’s a hint… the next conference location? A place where legends were born.

09/08/2025

ATSA CONFERENCE 2025 — Plenary Speaker Spotlight

A Theatrical Performance by Patrick Sandford, playwright, actor and survivor advocate, and Expert Panel Discussion on the Dynamics, Impact, and Prevention of Sexual Grooming.

Patrick is the award-winning creator and performer of Groomed, a powerful one-man show that confronts the realities of child sexual abuse with honesty, courage, and compassion. His work has resonated deeply with audiences around the world, from the European Parliament to France’s Assemblée Nationale, and has been featured by major UK media outlets for its impact and insight.

Through storytelling and performance, Patrick gives voice to survivors and inspires conversations that challenge stigma and promote healing. His presence at ATSA 2025 is a reminder of the vital role the arts play in advocacy and change.

📅 September 15-17, 2025
📍 Orlando, Florida
🔗It's not too late to register! https://ow.ly/EP8x50WTpt8