September 16 & 17 in Paris: Bessel van der Kolk decodes trauma and offers keys for healing

After more than forty years of trauma research, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk is coming to Paris for two exceptional days of training — either in person at the Théâtre du Trianon or live via livestream. Accompanied by Licia Sky and the musical project AjoiA, he offers methods, exercises, and real-life stories to help understand and move beyond trauma.

1. A rare opportunity with a trauma pioneer

Dr Bessel van der Kolk is the author of the bestseller The Body Keeps the Score Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, author of the bestseller The Body Keeps the Score, is a multidisciplinary expert on post-traumatic stress. He is the founder of the Trauma Center (now the Trauma Research Foundation) and combines neuroscience, somatic practices, and innovative interventions. Alongside Licia Sky, co-director of the Trauma Research Foundation, he presents a hybrid format, blending theory, clinical cases, and practical exercises to work deeply on emotional and physical regulation. Alongside Licia Sky, co-director of the Trauma Research Foundation, it offers a hybrid format, combining theory, clinical cases and practical exercises to work in depth on emotional and physical regulation.

2. A comprehensive and experiential program

🔍 Day 1:
– Understanding the neurological impact of trauma
– Case studies and embodied practice (meditation, yoga, AjoiA sounds)
– Evening cocktail-cruise on the Seine

🔍 Day 2:
– Treatment techniques (neurofeedback, EMDR, psychodrama, psychedelics...)
– Practical sessions and Q&A
– Final conscious dance session to close the event

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3. Why attend?

• For professionals: enrich your therapeutic practice with scientifically validated approaches.

• For students & the curious: a unique immersion into trauma psychology.

• For anyone impacted by trauma: concrete tools, regulation through the body and music, reconnection with oneself.

4. Practical details

• Dates : September 16-17, 2025

• Location : Théâtre du Trianon, Paris or livestream (with replay 90 d or unlimited)

• Rates::
  – Livestream + 90-day replay: €247
  – Livestream + unlimited replay: €297

• Registration: available online – installment payment options via PayPal/Klarna

An unmissable event for all those who wish to go deeper into the understanding and healing of trauma. A journey that is as scientific as it is experiential, led by a world-renowned team.