Registration open at https://www.traumaresearchfoun...auma-conference/2020

For the past three decades our conference has brought together leaders from the fields of neuroscience, attachment research and innovative trauma treatments. We provide a unique place for a dialogue between scientists and clinicians, and an opportunity to become familiar not only with the latest advances in brain science as it pertains to clinical work, but also with a range of evolving treatments for traumatic stress that are generally not yet taught in traditional psychotherapy programs.

In a time such as this, when we are in lockdown in response to the COVID-19 crisis, and may be filled with uncertainty, lack of predictability and helplessness, it clearly is critical to confront our disastrous situation in the light of established and evolving knowledge about the origins and treatment of traumatic stress. Our virtual platform will provide an experience that upholds the academic and therapeutic excellence of our live events.

This year will once again combine a presentation of the current state of the science, including important new information with major implications for our clinical practices. We will also explore in depth how we can best regulate ourselves, as well as the people under our care, to deal with the disintegration of existing norms and institutions.

Because this is a virtual conference, we are able to offer participants registration at a much lower rate than previous years. We are proud to be able to make this conference so accessible.

I very much hope that you will join again us this year, and also make use of the opportunity that we have created to share your insights, lessons and concerns with both the faculty and your colleagues.

With my warm regards,
Bessel A Van der Kolk MD