9th Annual Fire Service Psychology Conference

OPTIMIZING FIREFIGHTER READINESS

October 15th & 16th, 2026 

Hilton Portland Downtown, 921 SW Sixth Avenue, Portland, OR 97204

Register with the coupon code earlybird2026
before May 1 
for $300 off

Where Professional Psychology Meets the Fire Service

Join us in Portland, Oregon, for the 9th Annual Fire Service Psychology Association (FSPA) Conference. As the first and only event dedicated to bridging the gap between professional psychology and the fire service, this conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with fire service leaders, peer support members, clinicians, and psychologists. Dive into critical discussions on mental health, trauma, and resilience, and be part of the movement to establish fire service psychology as a recognized field.

Plan your conference

Get ready for Portland by reviewing the session timeline, securing your room, and seeing who will be leading the conversation on firefighter readiness.

Schedule

Explore a comprehensive agenda of workshops and critical discussions designed to optimize firefighter readiness.

Speakers

Learn from leading experts, clinicians, and peer support members driving the future of the field.

Hotel

Book your stay at the Hilton Portland Downtown to be at the center of this groundbreaking event.

Get Involved!

Explore the opportunities below to actively participate in the 9th Annual FSPA Conference and help bridge the gap between psychology and the fire service.

Sponsors

Partner with the FSPA to demonstrate your commitment to bridging the gap between psychology and the fire service.

Submit a Paper

Share your expertise and research on trauma, resilience, and mental health with a dedicated professional community.

Exhibitors

Engage with organizations offering vital resources for firefighter mental health, wellness, and readiness.

Poster Presentations

Discover cutting-edge research and visual projects from peers regarding first responder mental health.

MORE AT THE CONFERENCE

Fire Service Cultural Competency Certificate Program

October 14th & 17th | $1500 $1,000

Mental health clinicians learning what firefighters do.

Add-on when you register for the conference

We will be conducting the two-day Fire Service Clinician Orientation Program—our second offering, following last year’s very successful first edition at the conference. 

This year, Day #1 will be on October 8th (the day before the conference) and Day #2 will be on October 11th (the day following the conference). With a conference registration, the individual’s cost is $1,000 instead of the normal $1,550.

2nd Annual FSPA Dinner

October 15th | $65

Add-on when you register for the conference

A time for conference attendees and friends to gather together and visit in a relaxed atmosphere.

2025 FSPA Conference Sponsors