Online Day of the China Conference on Positive and Transcultural Therapy
On 19 September 2025, as part of the China Conference on Positive and Transcultural Therapy in Guilin, an Online Day will bring together experts from around the world to explore the theme “Integrating Eastern and Western Therapeutic Approaches.”
Time:
- 7:00-14:30 CEST (Berlin)
- 8:00-15:30 EEST (Sofia, Bucharest, Kyiv)
- 9:00-16:60 (Istanbul, Moscow)
- 14:00-21:30 CST (Beijing)
Participation fee:
- 30 EUR for WAPP members
- 50 EUR for non-WAPP members
Leading specialists from China, Europe, and beyond will share insights on Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy, its global applications, and the synergy between diverse therapeutic traditions. Join us online to engage in this cross-cultural dialogue and gain new perspectives on mental health and psychotherapy.
Global connection: As part of the China Conference on Positive and Transcultural Therapy in Guilin, an Online Day will bring together experts from around the world to explore the theme “Integrating Eastern and Western Therapeutic Approaches.”
Diverse perspective: Experience a first-of-its-kind format, bringing together diverse perspectives in transcultural psychotherapy. Engage in live discussions and interactive sessions on the global evolution of psychotherapy.
Multilingual access: Translation will be provided in several languages, depending on the registered participants.
IN PERSON FORMAT
First Chinese Conference on Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy, taking place this September in the picturesque city of Guilin, China.
This is the first-ever regional conference of WAPP in Asia — created with special attention to colleagues living and working in this part of the world, where travel to Europe is often challenging. It is our hope that this gathering will mark the beginning of closer collaboration, deeper understanding, and new initiatives across Asia.
The conference will bring together practitioners, trainers, and researchers from China, Europe, and beyond — including a confirmed delegation from Germany, Poland, and other countries. Dr. Hamid Peseschkian, Dr. Ivan Kirillov, Pavel Frolov, and Ewa Dobiala will be personally present, alongside other colleagues from Europe and leading Chinese experts in Positive Psychotherapy.
Conference Overview
Theme: Harmony and Co-creation: The 2025 Global Cross-Cultural Dialogue on Positive Psychotherapy
Date and place: September 20–21, 2025 in Guilin, Yangshuo, at Jun He Li Jing Resort Hotel
Guilin is known as one of China’s natural gems — nestled in the mountains, by the river, home to red pandas, and full of cultural richness. The offline sessions will take place at Guangxi Academy of Arts, next to the lush Yanshan Botanical Garden.
Fees (20–21 Sept): €350 (double room) or €450 (single room) for WAPP members
Accommodation and meals are arranged directly with local organizers.
Children are welcome — please contact ppt8787@qq.com in advance for additional info.
To register for the in-person event, please contact the local organizers:
- Crystal: 278045829@qq.com
- Amita: 10229455@qq.com
Due to occasional issues with Chinese email servers, if you don’t hear back within a few days, please write to WAPP Head office.
Participants will be asked to:
- Contact Crystal by email
- Complete and return the registration form
- Join the WeChat conference group
- Pay the participation fee upon arrival in China
Speaking languages: English and Chinese. Language is provided only in these languages.
We truly hope that this conference can be a bridge — connecting our professional community more strongly in Asia. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. We would love to see you there.
Warm regards,
WAPP Head Office
Please share the information below with your colleagues:
- Professionals in psychotherapy, psychology, education, and healthcare
- Social workers, university counselors, and school psychologists
- Private practitioners, coaches, and specialists in related fields
- Students and anyone interested in Positive Psychotherapy
They are all warmly welcome to join the First Chinese Conference on Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy!
