ROOTS 2026: Orna Guralnik, the host of the docu-series “Couples Therapy”, premieres in Bucharest
After the success of the first edition, ROOTS returns in 2026 with an expanded format and an international premiere for the Romanian audience: Orna Guralnik (PsyD), clinical psychologist, known globally for her activity in couples therapy and for the Couples Therapy series. The event will take place on October 3-4, 2026, in the Aula Magna of the Politehnica University of Bucharest, and is expected to bring together over 2,000 participants.
Orna Guralnik. Photo source: Organizers Archive
Along with Orna Guralnik, the 2026 edition brings Raluca Anton, Gáspár György, Simona Herb, Diana Lupu, Dr. Ioan Mirea and Dr. Mihaela Boț to the stage, with new guests to be announced in the coming period.
“ROOTS started with a simple belief, that people are ready for honest and intelligent conversations about their inner lives. The first edition proved us right, more than 1400 people came to the conference with Esther Perel. In 2026, we are moving forward with a larger edition and with guests who can bring depth, clarity and authentic dialogue to a space that we believe is increasingly needed.” said Georgiana Fințescu, ROOTS organizer.
With over two decades of clinical practice, Orna Guralnik is known for her nuanced approach to relationships, intimacy, and how social and cultural pressures influence emotional life. His presence at ROOTS marks his first appearance in Romania and brings the local audience direct access to one of the most relevant international voices in the field of relational psychology.
ROOTS aims to create a space of genuine reflection and conversation, where ideas can be not only heard, but also integrated. The extended format over two days gives participants time for dialogue, meetings and processing, in a context built around themes that directly concern the contemporary human experience.
Tickets can be purchased online through iabilet.ro. More details about the full program will be available soon on rootsevent.ro.
ROOTS 2026 takes place with the support of: BCR, Vichy, Asirom, iabilet, Adevărul, Biz, VOYO, Smart Living, Pagina de Psihologie, The Woman and Everything About Mothers.
ROOTS is an event platform for those passionate about deep understanding of human relationships. Promoting excellence in the field of psychotherapy, ROOTS brings together world-renowned experts and provides participants with access to the most advanced insights and techniques in the field. .
