SIHA Presentation August 28th 2026 by Elsa Van Amern "Understanding Psychological Trauma (PTSD) and living well with it"
SIHA Presentation August 28th 2026 by Elsa Van Amern "Understanding Psychological Trauma (PTSD) and living well with it"
In her presentation Elsa Van Amern, MSc. Psychology, systemic councellor and solution focused trauma therapist from SUBUD Germany explains in a clear and accessible way what can turn an overwhelming experience into psychological trauma and how such experiences can activate powerful inner “emergency programmes”. She explores how these survival responses affect the brain, our emotions and behaviour, and why they may continue to influence our lives long after the original danger has passed. Elsa also shares practical approaches and strategies that can help us understand these reactions, regain a sense of safety and gradually integrate traumatic experiences in a healthier way – allowing us not only to cope with what has happened, but to live well despite it.