The 2025 Annual Conference by the Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses will focus on new research outcomes and evidence-based approaches in treating compulsive disorders. Attendees will explore various perspectives, including the role of TMS in treating major depressive disorder and OCD, diagnostic and pharmacogenomic strategies for anxiety and compulsion, psychotherapy approaches with hoarding disorder clients, and evidence-based approaches to recognize, diagnose, and treat PANDAS/PANS. The conference will feature notable speakers such as Eliza Brink and Josh Hamilton, providing insights into advanced practice psychiatric nursing.
Mental Health Conferences
2025 Annual Conference - Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
The 2025 Annual Conference by the Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses will be held at the Hilton Seattle Airport & Convention Center in Seattle, WA. It focuses on new research outcomes and evidence-based approaches in treating compulsive disorders.
October 04, 2025 Seattle, Washington In-person Event CEUs Available
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date
October 04, 2025
Location
Hilton Seattle Airport & Convention Center
City/State
Seattle, Washington
Address
17620 International Blvd, Seattle, Washington
Event Format
In-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
The Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses focuses on advancing the practice, career, and community of psychiatric nurses.
Email: info@aappn.org Phone: 360-734-3166
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $230.00 | AAPPN Clinical, Emeritus, and Out-of-State members | Registration fee for AAPPN Clinical, Emeritus, and Out-of-State members. |
| $160.00 | AAPPN Student members | Registration fee for AAPPN Student members. |
| $280.00 | Nonmembers | Registration fee for nonmembers. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will cover a range of topics including TMS, anxiety, pharmacogenomics, hoarding disorder, and PANDAS/PANS, with sessions led by notable speakers.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
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Eliza Brink
DNP, PMHNP-BC, discussing the role of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in mental health care.
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Josh Hamilton
DNP, APRN-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP, presenting on contemporary diagnostic and pharmacogenomic strategies for anxiety and compulsion.
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Cecilia “Ceci” Garrett
MSW, LICSW, exploring treatment strategies for hoarding disorder.
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Amy Cross
APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC, co-presenting on recognizing, diagnosing, and treating PANDAS/PANS.
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Sarah Lemley
MPA; HA, co-presenting on recognizing, diagnosing, and treating PANDAS/PANS.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Attendees may earn up to 7.75 contact hours, including 5.50 pharmacotherapeutic hours, approved by the Oregon Nurses Association.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).
The conference will be held at the Hilton Seattle Airport & Convention Center, providing convenient accommodations for attendees.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Visit the online Exhibitor Hall to explore sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities. Exhibitors play a crucial role in making the conference possible.
Other Links and Information
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