
THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY RELATIONSHIPS
Strengthening Relationships in the LGBTQ+ Community Since 2014

CONTEMPORARY RELATIONSHIPS CONFERENCE 2026
STRENGTHENING LGBTQ+
RELATIONSHIPS IN CHAOTIC TIMES
MAY 15-16, 2026
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, New Jersey
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The most celebrated event for professionals supporting LGBTQ+ relationships—where research and real-world practice meet annually.
Featuring these nationally
recognized clinicians and more!









This project made possible in part due to funding from the Diversity Innovation Grant Program coordinated by the Office of the Provost and Intercultural Center at Monmouth University

JOIN US IN NEW JERSEY!
​ACCESS TO ALL EVENTS
$325
$260 - EARLY BIRD
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Multiple breakout sessions
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Keynote address by Hannah Wilson
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Plenary sessions with Jeff Lutes, XXX, and XXX
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​Cool swag bag with free stuff from our sponsors
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An invitation to our Friday Night Social in town
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Earn up to XX CE credits
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And so much more!
CAN'T ATTEND IN PERSON?
GET THE RECORDED SESSIONS
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$325
ACCESS TO VIDEO AFTER THE CONFERENCE
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE (subject to change):
DAY ONE
Rebecca Stafford Student Center - Anacon Hall
Welcome & Announcements
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Rebecca Stafford Student Center - Anacon Hall
OPENING PLENARY
Wearing Two Hats:
The Therapist as Healer and Hellraiser
Jeff Lutes, LPC, QTAP

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Enjoy lunch catered by sponsor and venue host: Monmouth University

KEYNOTE ADDRESS
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The Art of Being a Menace
Hannah Wilson, PhD, LCPC-S, CST

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AFTERNOON PLENARY SESSION
Rebecca Stafford Student Center - Anacon Hall
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DAY TWO
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ClOSING PLENARY SESSION
Rebecca Stafford Student Center - Anacon Hall
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Join us for the
CHOSEN FAMILY FAIR!
Featuring XXX band and lunch from . . .




