Religion is Back
Conferences and Events
Experts and practitioners from across the US and around the world are gathering to share the latest research and disseminate information about the benefits of Religion and Spirituality in mental and physical health.

Upcoming Conferences
March 5 - 6, 2026
Spirituality, Religion, and Mental Health
Harvard Medical School, Professional, Corporate and Continuing Education
https://learn.hms.harvard.edu/programs/spirituality-religion-and-mental-health
Online
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May 14-15, 2026
6th Global Summit on Spirituality, Religion, and Mental Health
World Psychiatric Association’s Section on Religion Spirituality & Psychiatry, and the American Psychological Association’s Society for the Psychology of Religion & Spirituality
Boston (MA), USA
https://spiritualitymentalhealth.org/
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Dates throughout the year
Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center
"The Institute’s mission is to enhance well-being by exploring the relationship between spirituality and health."
https://www.spiritualityandhealth.org/conferences
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22nd Annual Course on Religion, Spirituality and Health - 5-Day Research Course (and many other events)
Duke University Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health, founded in 1998
"The Center serves as a clearinghouse for information related to religion, spirituality, and health, and is focused on conducting research, training others to conduct research, and promoting scholarly field-building activities that support researchers, clinicians, theologians, clergy, and others."
https://spiritualityandhealth.duke.edu/index.php/5-day-summer-research-course/
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March 13th-15th
11th International Conference on Spirituality and Psychology [ICSP2026]
A global interdisciplinary academic conference for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and professionals to share insights on mental health, spiritual practice, consciousness, and the inner dimensions of human experience. ICSP2026 is a global platform for academic and professional dialogue that bridges psychological science, contemplative practices, and spiritual traditions.
Bangkok, Thailand
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