Bessel van der Kolk Melbourne 2026

Join Dr. Bessel van der Kolk in Melbourne for two powerful sessions exploring the science and healing of trauma.
You can attend one session — afternoon or evening — or both sessions.

Frontiers in Trauma: 2pm — 5pm

Over the past three decades, the study of trauma has opened vast new vistas into how mind and brain develop in the face of adversity. In this afternoon session, Dr Bessel van der Kolk explores the evolving science of trauma, neglect, and abandonment—and considers practical pathways for restoring calm, rebuilding connection, and reclaiming a sense of agency and purpose.

Legacy of Trauma: 7pm — 10pm

A stunning number of people have grown up in chaotic, unpredictable, and violent environments. In this evening session, Dr Bessel van der Kolk examines how these experiences shape the brain, body, and sense of self, and highlights the latest breakthroughs in healing and recovery—from restoring safety and trust to transforming our relationship with ourselves.

🌟 Choose the afternoon, the evening, or join us for both sessions to deepen your learning and connection with Dr. van der Kolk’s groundbreaking work.