Trauma Healing Belgium

SE Intro January 2025

Introduction Somatic Experiencing® with Kari Elise Slinning

Somatic Experiencing®, the method of trauma healing developed by Dr. Peter Levine, offers a new and hopeful vision on Trauma. It is a naturalistic approach that unravels and reveals the mystery of human trauma, and outlines concrete steps needed to heal trauma.

Trauma, Levine said, is in the nervous system, not in the event, and occurs when an overwhelming experience becomes frozen in time. The residual energy, which arose during the event and was not discharged from the body, remains trapped in the nervous system where it causes damage to our body and mind.

Kari Elise Slinning

The SE® Intro will be led by Kari Elise Slinning. Read here more over Kari.

The workshop lasts 2 days and offers the basic knowledge of SE® in a combination of theory and practice. You can participate in this workshop out of interest, curiosity. If you are considering starting the SE® training, EASE (European Association for Somatic Experiencing) requires that you follow the introduction.

Objectives of the workshop

To outline a general picture of what trauma is, its origins and consequences, and the specific contribution of SE®. Offer tools for the self-regulation of the nervous system, in order to be present with more possibilities in the here and now.

For Whom?

Professionals seeking new, efficient tools in their work with clients.

•    Mental health care: psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, pedagogues, social workers, coaches, occupational therapists, dance and expression therapists, …
•    From healthcare: doctors, nurses, homeopaths, specialists, midwives, …
•    From body-oriented care: osteopaths, acupuncturists, manual therapists, craniosacral therapists, physiotherapists,…

•    Those who are (often the first) involved in emergencies/disasters: firefighters, police, security officers, …

•    Educational people, yoga teachers, ….

All persons who want to gain more insight into trauma and the health problems associated with it through their work or personally.

Program

•    Definition of trauma through the SE® model
•    What is SE®? Comparison with other therapies
•    Fundamental Principles of SE®
•    Historical and Cultural Perspective of Trauma
•    The Autonomic Nervous System
•    Resilience and self-regulation
•    Videos and demonstrations
•    Group work and practical exercises
•    Explanation about the SE practitioner training

Practical Info

Location: Vergaderzaal Kop van Kessel-Lo, Leuvensestraat 18, 3010 Leuven
Data: zaterdag en zondag 25 – 26 januari 2025, 10u-18u
Prijzen: 320 € (inclusief koffie, thee, water, kleine snack en syllabus)
Language: Engels. When necessary translation is possible into Dutch/French/German.

Registration

You can register for the SE introduction using the form below.

    Somatic Experiencing Testimonials

    > experiences of people who previously came into contact with Somatic Experiencing

    "I struggled with anxiety and hypervigilance after a violent robbery. Somatic Experiencing taught me how to regulate my nervous system and feel safer in my own body. I have regained my self-confidence and can now enjoy everyday life without constant fear ."
    Emma
    "I struggled with anxiety and hypervigilance after a violent robbery. Somatic Experiencing taught me how to regulate my nervous system and feel safer in my own body. I have regained my self-confidence and can now enjoy everyday life without constant fear ."
    Emma
    "After years of emotional suppression and disassociation, Somatic Experiencing has helped me reconnect with my body and emotions. I now feel more in touch with myself, more alive and able to express my emotions in a healthy way."
    Mark
    "After years of emotional suppression and disassociation, Somatic Experiencing has helped me reconnect with my body and emotions. I now feel more in touch with myself, more alive and able to express my emotions in a healthy way."
    Mark
    "I suffered from chronic pain after a prolonged period of stress and trauma. Somatic Experiencing helped me to recognize and reduce the tension and blockages in my body. I now experience more relaxation and suffer less from pain complaints."
    Sarah
    "I suffered from chronic pain after a prolonged period of stress and trauma. Somatic Experiencing helped me to recognize and reduce the tension and blockages in my body. I now experience more relaxation and suffer less from pain complaints."
    Sarah
    "I previously suffered from recurring nightmares and sleep problems after a car accident. Thanks to Somatic Experiencing, I have been able to reduce the intense tension and anxiety I was holding in my body. My sleep has improved and I feel more and more awake my comfort while driving."
    Peter
    "I previously suffered from recurring nightmares and sleep problems after a car accident. Thanks to Somatic Experiencing, I have been able to reduce the intense tension and anxiety I was holding in my body. My sleep has improved and I feel more and more awake my comfort while driving."
    Peter
    "I suffered from chronic anxiety and panic attacks after a traumatic event. Somatic Experiencing helped me release stored tension in my body and calm my nervous system. I now feel stronger, more resilient and more balanced."
    Anna
    "I suffered from chronic anxiety and panic attacks after a traumatic event. Somatic Experiencing helped me release stored tension in my body and calm my nervous system. I now feel stronger, more resilient and more balanced."
    Anna
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