Association of Paranormal Study

06/18/2026

🕯️ What if haunted houses reveal more than paranormal activity? What if they also reflect the human mind?

At this year's Paranormal Research Symposium, explore the fascinating connection between haunting, trauma, memory, identity, and emotion in this thought-provoking workshop. Through the symbolism of haunted spaces, you'll discover how psychology and the paranormal can intersect in surprising and meaningful ways.

If you're curious about the deeper meaning behind hauntings—and the stories we carry with us—you won't want to miss this unique session.

📅 Join us this August at the Paranormal Research Symposium!
Secure your ticket: https://associationofparanormalstudy.com/paranormal-research-symposium/about-the-symposium/

📝Brett Harpp, LMHC-D is a licensed mental health counselor, EMDR-certified trauma therapist, and host of The Haunted Therapist podcast. She specializes in exploring the intersection of trauma, spirituality, psychology, and paranormal experiences through a compassionate, trauma-informed lens. Drawing on over a decade of clinical experience, Brett helps individuals make meaning of extraordinary experiences while supporting emotional well-being and critical thinking. Her work examines how concepts such as haunting, memory, grief, and identity often overlap in both psychological and paranormal narratives. Through her podcast, speaking engagements, and educational workshops, she bridges conversations between mental health professionals, researchers, investigators, and experiencers. Brett is passionate about bringing a human-centered perspective to the study of the unexplained.

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06/15/2026

‼️Over the next couple of weeks we will be sharing our workshops and presentations for August and we are starting things off with a highlight‼️

From Japanese ghost traditions to the enduring “Woman in White” legend, paranormal stories have always evolved alongside culture. Today, horror films, social media, and even AI-generated content are reshaping how people experience and interpret the supernatural.

This presentation, led by our founder, Alex Matsuo, explores how folklore, media, and technology influence modern paranormal beliefs, examining how ghost stories adapt across cultures and changing technologies. 💻📱

📝Alex Matsuo is a paranormal researcher, investigator, and author. She is the founder of the Association of Paranormal Study and runs the blog, The Spooky Stuff, which features various paranormal topics and historical places with reports of ghosts. Alex has been featured on Travel Channel, Discovery Plus, CTV Sci-Fi, and Tubi. Some of her books include, Haunted Northern Virginia, Women of the Paranormal Volume I: A Brief History, The Hamptonville Hauntings: Ghosts of the Trivette Clinic, One Bed Over: A Hospital Haunting, and The Brave Mortal’s Guide to Ghost Hunting. Alex holds a Master of Arts in Theatre from San Diego State University and works as a senior learning experience designer in Arlington, Virginia. Gaman (我慢).

👉Buy your ticket now: https://associationofparanormalstudy.com/paranormal-research-symposium/about-the-symposium/

Find Alex at The Spooky Stuff with Alex Matsuo

06/15/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Whitney! 🎉

Today we're celebrating an incredible member of our team! Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and the positive spirit you bring to everything you do.

We hope your birthday is filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of cake. Join us in wishing Whitney a wonderful birthday and an amazing year ahead! 🎂🎈✨

06/14/2026

This was fun! Staying up until 4:30am has never been so spooooky!

It's always a pleasure to host The Spooky Stuff with Alex Matsuo & friends who investigated The Jennie Wade House & Orphanage last night!
Look for a copy of her amazing new book, Women of The Paranormal Vol II! Also, The Association of Paranormal Study Symposium will be right here in Gettysburg Saturday, August 22nd! 👻
📷 George Min Jay Liu

06/13/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and recognize the many individuals whose stories, contributions, and experiences have shaped our history.

As researchers, we know that history is often more complex than the stories commonly told. Pride Month is an opportunity to honor voices that have too often been overlooked and to continue learning about the diverse people who came before us.

Happy Pride Month. 🏳️‍🌈

06/11/2026

😱Two weeks left of early bird ticket pricing! This is your reminder that prices will increase at the end of the month.

We look forward to seeing you in Gettysburg.

👉Learn More: https://associationofparanormalstudy.com/paranormal-research-symposium/about-the-symposium/

06/10/2026

The Wheatfield stands as a powerful reminder of sacrifice, memory, and the lingering presence of the past. Paranormal researchers and visitors continue to experience unexplained phenomena across this historic ground.

Be part of the conversation and the discovery. Join us in Gettysburg on August 22, 2026 for the Paranormal Research Symposium… where history meets mystery.

Learn more here: https://associationofparanormalstudy.com/paranormal-research-symposium/about-the-symposium/

06/05/2026

Our hotel block is filling up for August. Staying at the 1863 Inn provides you free breakfast and elevator access to all our presentations.

Make sure you call and grab your room!

Learn more about booking here: https://associationofparanormalstudy.com/paranormal-research-symposium/hotel-room-block/

06/03/2026

This year, APS is hosting a VIP Friday night event in addition to the usual Saturday workshops and presentations.

The VIP Night includes:

🎤Intimate panels and discussions with Symposium speakers

💬Opportunities to engage directly with researchers in a more relaxed, conversational setting

👻A 90-minute guided ghost tour hosted by our friends at Ghostly Images of Gettysburg, featuring two of Gettysburg’s most historically significant and active locations: the Jennie Wade House and the Gettysburg Orphanage

VIP night tickets are extremely limited and we only have a few more left.

Choose your ticket here: https://app.gopassage.com/events/paranormal-research-symposium-2026

05/28/2026

Devil’s Den is more than a battlefield… it’s a place where history still feels present.

From phantom gunfire echoing between the boulders to the sighting of the “Tattered Man” moving through the rocks, Gettysburg remains one of the most intensely reported paranormal locations in the country. Whether you’re a skeptic, a researcher, or simply curious, the questions it raises haven’t gone away in over 160 years.

This is exactly why we gather.

Join us at the 2026 Paranormal Research Symposium in Gettysburg—where investigators, historians, and experiencers come together to explore evidence, theories, and stories.

Purchase tickets and learn more here: https://associationofparanormalstudy.com/paranormal-research-symposium/about-the-symposium/