


Training
Below is a selection of continuing professional development materials for professionals who wish to become cult-informed, and are looking to deepen their understanding of group coercive control. Some of these have been developed by members of Cult-Informed Professionals Network. Others have been developed independently by external providers but are approved by the CIPNetwork.


ICSA Conference 2026 - On Demand
International Cultic Studies Association
Recordings from the 2026 ICSA International Conference are available on demand for registered conference attendees. Browse more than 60 presentations from leading researchers, clinicians, legal professionals, and survivors exploring coercive control, cultic abuse, recovery, and related fields.

High-Control Group Awareness and Practice Skills Workshop
Family Start West Coast / Buller
With Dr Natalie Fabert and Dr Caroline Ansley. This full day specialist workshop is designed for professionals who want to improve their understanding of cults, high-control groups and group-based coercive control. Wednesday 23 October, Greymouth.

Working with Cult Survivors
Lalich Centre
An 8 hour, on line, self paced introductory certificate course which helps therapists obtain the foundational knowledge, awareness, and skills needed to work with self-identified cult survivors. Presented by Janja Lalich, Ph.D., and psychologist Natalie Fabert, Ph.D.



