RP Conference 2026
The 28th Annual Rehabilitation Psychology Conference (RP2026) is scheduled to take place from February 19 to 22, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. This event is a continuing education program sponsored by the APA Division of Rehabilitation Psychology (Division 22) and the Academy of Rehabilitation Psychology (ARP), in affiliation with the American Board of Rehabilitation Psychology (ABRP), Foundation of Rehabilitation Psychology (FRP), and Council of Rehabilitation Psychology Postdoctoral Training Programs (CRPPTP).
The conference theme, "Grounded in Evidence, Driven by Purpose: The Future of Rehabilitation Psychology," underscores the field's commitment to advancing evidence-based practices through the latest research and clinical approaches. Attendees can expect sessions focusing on the integration of science and practice to enhance care, foster resilience, and create meaningful change in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
RP2026 will offer various networking opportunities, including breakfast roundtables, social hours, and a conference reception. Notable sessions include the keynote address by Dr. Jeanne Hoffman titled "Grounded in Evidence, Growing with Purpose: Lessons from a Life in Rehabilitation Psychology," and the Tamara Dembo & Beatrice Wright Award Lecture by Dr. Michelle A. Meade on psychosocial aspects of rehabilitation psychology.
This conference is designed for psychologists, trainees, and transdisciplinary rehabilitation professionals across career stages and settings. It provides a platform to learn, exchange innovative ideas, and reinforce the critical role of science-practice integration in improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Categories
Speakers(34)
Aaron Turner
PhD, ABRP at University of Washington
Dr. Aaron Turner is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist and researcher focusing on rehabilitation outcomes.
Aaron Turner, PhD, ABPP
Professor at Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington
Dr. Turner is acknowledged for his significant research contributions in rehabilitation psychology.
Alexandra Terrill
PhD at University of Utah
Dr. Alexandra Terrill is a researcher specializing in positive psychology interventions for individuals with chronic health conditions.
Alison Colbert, PhD
Assistant Professor at Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington
Dr. Colbert's research focuses on team dynamics and decision-making processes in rehabilitation settings.
Allen W. Heinemann
PhD, ABPP, FAPA, FACRM at Northwestern University
Dr. Allen W. Heinemann is a board-certified clinical psychologist and researcher specializing in rehabilitation psychology.
Allen W. Heinemann, PhD, ABPP, FAPA, FACRM
Director at Center for Rehabilitation Outcomes Research, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Dr. Heinemann is a distinguished researcher and clinician specializing in rehabilitation outcomes and health services research.
Beatrice Lee
PsyD at University of Washington
Dr. Beatrice Lee is a clinical psychologist focusing on the application of positive psychology in rehabilitation contexts.
Charles D. Callahan
PhD, MBA, ABPP at Private Practice
Dr. Charles D. Callahan is a board-certified clinical psychologist and business expert in rehabilitation psychology practice.
Charles D. Callahan, PhD, MBA, ABPP
Vice President at Carle Health
Dr. Callahan is recognized for his leadership in integrating business practices with rehabilitation psychology.
Emily Lund
PhD, CRC at University of Alabama
Dr. Emily Lund is a certified rehabilitation counselor and researcher, focusing on ethical and psychosocial issues related to disability and rehabilitation.
Emily Lund, PhD, CRC
Assistant Professor at Department of Educational Studies in Psychology, Research Methodology, and Counseling, University of Alabama
Dr. Lund's work focuses on the psychosocial aspects of disability, with an emphasis on ethical considerations and end-of-life issues.
Erin Andrews-Ash
PsyD at University of Texas Health Science Center
Dr. Erin Andrews-Ash is a clinical psychologist with expertise in integrating positive psychology into rehabilitation assessment and care.
Jacqueline Kaufman, PhD
Associate Professor at Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Michigan
Dr. Kaufman specializes in pediatric rehabilitation psychology and neuropsychology.
Jeanne Hoffman
PhD, ABPP at University of Washington
Dr. Jeanne Hoffman is a board-certified clinical psychologist specializing in rehabilitation psychology, with extensive experience in research and clinical practice focusing on individuals with disabilities.
Jeanne Hoffman, PhD, ABPP
Professor and Vice Chair at Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington
Dr. Hoffman is a board-certified clinical psychologist specializing in rehabilitation psychology, focusing on improving outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Lauren Stutts
PhD at Davidson College
Dr. Lauren Stutts is a professor and researcher focusing on positive psychology and its application in rehabilitation settings.
Lindsey Major Knowles
PhD at University of Washington
Dr. Lindsey Major Knowles is a clinical psychologist and researcher specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy for multiple sclerosis fatigue.
Michelle A. Meade
PhD at University of Michigan
Dr. Michelle A. Meade is a professor and researcher specializing in the psychosocial aspects of rehabilitation psychology, with a focus on improving outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Michelle A. Meade, PhD
Professor at Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Michigan
Dr. Meade's research centers on promoting health and well-being among individuals with disabilities through self-management and technology-based interventions.
Michelle Accardi-Ravid
PhD at Private Practice
Dr. Michelle Accardi-Ravid is a clinical psychologist and program chair for the RP2026 conference.
Michelle Accardi-Ravid, PhD
Program Chair at RP2026
Dr. Accardi-Ravid is the Program Chair for RP2026, overseeing the development and coordination of the conference program.
Nicolette Carnahan
PhD at Private Practice
Dr. Nicolette Carnahan is a clinical psychologist and program chair-elect for the RP2026 conference.
Nicolette Carnahan, PhD
Program Chair-Elect at RP2026
Dr. Carnahan is the Program Chair-Elect for RP2026, assisting in the planning and organization of the upcoming conference.
Randi Lincoln
PhD, ABPP at Private Practice
Dr. Randi Lincoln is a board-certified clinical psychologist and member of the RP2026 Conference Board of Managers.
Randi Lincoln, PhD, ABPP
Conference Board of Managers at RP2026
Dr. Lincoln is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist serving on the RP2026 Conference Board of Managers, contributing to the organization and planning of the conference.
Renee Stucky
PhD, ABPP at Private Practice
Dr. Renee Stucky is a board-certified clinical psychologist and member of the RP2026 Conference Board of Managers.
Renee Stucky, PhD, ABPP
Conference Board of Managers at RP2026
Dr. Stucky is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist serving on the RP2026 Conference Board of Managers, focusing on program development and implementation.
Serina Hoover
PsyD, ABPP at Private Practice
Dr. Serina Hoover is a board-certified clinical psychologist and leader in the field of rehabilitation psychology.
Serina Hoover, PsyD, ABPP
President at Division 22, APA
Dr. Hoover is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist and current president of APA's Division 22, dedicated to advancing the field of rehabilitation psychology.
Tiffanie Sim Wong
PhD, ABPP at Private Practice
Dr. Tiffanie Sim Wong is a board-certified clinical psychologist with extensive experience in rehabilitation psychology.
Tiffanie Sim Wong, PhD, ABPP
Director at Rehabilitation Psychology Program, Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Wong is recognized for her contributions to rehabilitation psychology practice and education.
Via Strong, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist at Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington
Dr. Strong's work emphasizes the role of psychology in interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
William Stiers
PhD, ABPP at Johns Hopkins University
Dr. William Stiers is a board-certified clinical psychologist and educator in the field of rehabilitation psychology.
William Stiers, PhD, ABPP
Professor at Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Stiers is honored for his dedication to education and mentorship in rehabilitation psychology.
Event Details
- Date
- February 6, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Charlotte, United States
- Charlotte, NC
- Pricing
- $225 - $650
- Audience
- Psychologists, trainees, and transdisciplinary rehabilitation professionals across career stages and settings.
- CLE Credits
- Information regarding the number of CEs and how to obtain them will be provided closer to the conference.