About 4th CPSICON 2026
Innovation and Integration in Clinical Psychology – Advancing Mental Health Care
The 4th CPSICON 2026 is the International Annual Conference of the Clinical Psychology Society of India, taking place in Guwahati and co-hosted by Don Bosco Institute and Mynd Foundation. This landmark event brings together thought leaders, practitioners, researchers, and students in clinical psychology.
The conference emphasizes innovation and integration in clinical psychology, with particular attention to under-served and diverse contexts across India, especially the culturally rich North-Eastern region.
This platform unites clinicians, researchers, educators, policy-makers, NGOs, and students to advance mental health care through evidence-based practices and culturally sensitive approaches.
Conference Objectives
Advance Innovation
Promote innovative assessment, intervention, and service-delivery models in clinical psychology
Integrate Perspectives
Bridge clinical, community, public health, and policy perspectives for holistic care
Showcase Regional Work
Highlight mental health initiatives and research from North-Eastern states
Foster Collaboration
Enable collaboration between national experts and regional practitioners
Support Early-Career Professionals
Promote early-career professionals and student participation through structured academic opportunities and awards
Why the North-East?
One Family, United in Purpose
This conference is imagined as one sister inviting the entire family: Assam as the welcoming host, and the Seven Sister states of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura, together with Sikkim, "collaborating-as-equals" to share their diverse cultural heritage and evolving mental health practices.
The North-East represents a region of extraordinary cultural heritage and diversity, with unique socio-political and geographical features that shape mental health needs and practices.
Region-specific approaches and culturally sensitive clinical practices are essential to effective mental health care in these diverse communities.
Assam
Rich traditions including Bihu, classical and folk music, and crafts; home to growing academic and clinical mental health institutions.
Arunachal Pradesh
Indigenous communities with distinct customs and languages; traditional healing practices and community structures.
Manipur
Renowned dance and martial arts traditions with strong community life; evolving mental health services.
Meghalaya
Matrilineal communities and vibrant music culture; community-oriented approaches to health.
Mizoram
High literacy and strong church-based community networks; opportunities for integrating clinical services.
Nagaland
Distinct tribal cultures and festivals; increasing focus on youth mental health and resilience.
Sikkim
Blend of Himalayan cultures; progress in public health and mental health programmes.
Tripura
Mix of indigenous and Bengali cultural heritage; growing attention to mental health in public systems.
