Anxiety & Depression Association of America - ADAA 2027
Event Date
April 1–3, 2027
Location
Atlanta, GA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA) Annual Conference is the premier professional meeting focused on the science and treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, and depression in children and adults. The 2027 edition (#ADAA2027) takes place April 1-3, 2027, in Atlanta, Georgia. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America Annual Conference is the premier professional meeting on the science and treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, and depression in children and adults.
The conference draws a multidisciplinary professional audience. More than 1,000 health professionals and researchers — psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, therapists, nurses, physicians, clinical researchers, and basic neuroscientists — are expected to attend. It is billed as the premier interdisciplinary mental health conference in the U.S., connecting attendees with 1,200+ decision-makers and pioneers in mental health.
Why attend: Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or student, #ADAA2027 offers sessions, workshops, and networking tailored to every career stage, giving you the chance to explore new treatments, gain practical skills, and return with fresh ideas to advance your work and your community.
Show Highlights
Key features of the ADAA Annual Conference include:
- Interdisciplinary program — evidence-based workshops, keynote sessions, and cutting-edge research spanning anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and related disorders. ADAA's annual conferences bring together clinicians, researchers, educators, and professionals for evidence based workshops, keynote sessions, and cutting edge research on anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and related disorders.
- 2027 theme — the 2027 conference theme invites conversations about innovation and dissemination, with a focus on bringing effective treatment to more people across settings, systems, and stages of care to focus on getting what works for those who need it.
- Signature lectures such as the Jerilyn Ross Lecture and named award lectures, plus Special Interest Group (SIG) events. All registered attendees are welcome to attend all conference networking and social events, including Special Interest Group (SIG) events, unless otherwise clearly noted.
- Career-stage focus — the program is designed to involve early career investigators, residents, trainees, and graduate students alongside established professionals. The conference works to advance knowledge by involving early career investigators, residents, trainees, and graduate students in research and practice, and by providing opportunities for professionals to hear patient perspectives.
- Continuing education — the conference is CE eligible for professionals.
Attendance
More than 1,000 health professionals and researchers — psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, therapists, nurses, physicians, clinical researchers, and basic neuroscientists — are expected to attend. ADAA describes the event as connecting attendees with 1,200+ decision-makers and pioneers in mental health.
Registration
Registration for the ADAA Annual Conference is handled through the dedicated conference site at adaa.societyconference.com, which operates independently of the main ADAA.org website. The conference website requires a separate login from ADAA.org, and when creating a new profile to start a submission or registration, attendees should use the email address associated with their ADAA membership.
General guidance based on ADAA's registration practices:
- Register online through the official conference registration portal.
- Early-bird pricing is typically offered, with rates increasing as standard and on-site deadlines pass. (For the 2026 edition, early-bird registration ended in mid-February and standard registration closed in early April.)
- ADAA members receive lower registration rates than non-members.
- The conference is CE eligible for professionals.
Specific 2027 pricing and deadline dates should be confirmed on the official conference site.
History
Founded in 1979, ADAA is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders through aligning research, practice, and education. Its Annual Conference has grown into the leading U.S. interdisciplinary meeting in the field, rotating among major cities each year.
Recent editions include 2024 in Boston (Westin Boston Waterfront), 2025 in Las Vegas (Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino), and 2026 in Chicago (Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk). The 2027 conference moves to Atlanta, Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the ADAA 2027 Annual Conference held?
The conference takes place April 1-3, 2027, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis (265 Peachtree Center Avenue NE).
Who should attend the ADAA Annual Conference?
It is designed for a multidisciplinary professional audience, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, therapists, nurses, physicians, clinical researchers, and basic neuroscientists, as well as students and early-career professionals. More than 1,000 health professionals and researchers are expected to attend.
What topics does the conference cover?
The program focuses on the science and treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, and depression in children and adults, featuring evidence-based workshops, keynote sessions, and cutting-edge research. The 2027 theme centers on innovation and dissemination — bringing effective treatment to more people across settings, systems, and stages of care.
How do I register for the conference?
Registration is handled online through the official conference site at adaa.societyconference.com, which uses a separate login from ADAA.org. ADAA members receive lower rates, early-bird pricing is typically available, and the conference is CE eligible for professionals.
How do I get to the venue from the airport?
The Atlanta Marriott Marquis is about 15 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). You can take MARTA rail directly to the Peachtree Center station, which offers indoor access to the hotel through the Peachtree Center complex.
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