Upcoming Workshops: 2025
Bessel van der Kolk MD
The Body Keeps the Score:
Trauma, Attachment and Neuroscience
Join Bessel van der Kolk in this live two-day workshop as we explore how trauma affects the developing mind and brain, as well as self-awareness and self-regulation. We will look at the difference between disrupted attachment and traumatic stress and focus on the fundamental difference between trauma de-sensitization vs. integration and growth. Bessel will be supported by somatic therapist, Licia Sky, in this workshop.
Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney: March 2025
Two day workshops
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Past Workshops
Dr Jennifer Sweeton PhD
Neuropsychotherapy, EMDR, and other Trauma Interventions: Integrating Powerful Tools for Recovery
Treating trauma can be stressful and difficult, even for the most experienced clinicians. These workshops will teach attendees how to harness and integrate skills from some of the most powerful, evidence-based trauma treatment therapy approaches, including EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy, thereby facilitating recovery in your most challenging clients.
Sydney, Brisbane & Melbourne:
July—August 2023
Two day workshops
wisemind.com
Brilliant Mental Health
Specialist Psychologists and Psychiatrists with many years experience and over 5000 hours working face to face - developing mental health knowledge and treatment. Sessions from Bessel van der Kolk, Iain McGilchrist, Janina Fisher, Pat Ogden & Alan Fruzzetti.
Past Byron Clinic Presenters
Norman Doidge MD
The Brain That Changes Itself
Norman Doidge, M.D., psychiatrist, pioneer, united the world with evidence that the brain is highly adaptable and undergoes constant change throughout life. Dr Doidge is the author of two New York Times bestsellers “The Brain That Changes Itself” and “The Brain’s Way of Healing”.
Dr Marsha Linehan
Founder of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Dr. Linehan has spent her career in a clinical setting, conducting research projects developing new treatments and evaluating their efficacy for severely disordered and multi-diagnostic populations. Her primary research is in the application of behavioral models to suicidal behaviours, drug abuse, and borderline personality disorder.
Janina Fisher PhD
Interventions for Complex Trauma
World-renowned expert and author, Dr Janina Fisher’s proven approach to complex trauma treatment, which is based on 40+ years of research and clinical practice, addresses the holistic impact of trauma to aid in effectively healing deep trauma and attachment wounds so clients can break free from the past, feel safe and calm, and thrive in life.
Pat Ogden PhD
The Wisdom of the Body
Pat Ogden, PhD, is a pioneer in somatic psychology, the creator of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy method, and founder of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Dr. Ogden is trained in a wide variety of somatic and psychotherapeutic approaches, and has over 45 years of experience working with individuals and groups. She is co-founder of the Hakomi Institute, past faculty of Naropa University (1985-2005), a clinician, consultant, and sought after international lecturer.
Byron Clinic News
Alcohol Detox & Withdrawal – New Findings
In a 2014 study British researchers/clinicians Murdoch and Marsden highlight how an evidence-based, individualised approach to alcohol withdrawal management achieved marked improvements in care.
Stress Hazards during Pregnancy
A January 2015 study shows that increased stress during pregnancy has negative effects on the development of the foetus. Researchers say this may have implications for stressed mothers and the long-term health of their infants.
Childhood Neglect a risk for long-term chronic diseases
A January 2015 study finds that experiences of childhood neglect may be more detrimental to long-term health than other forms of maltreatment.
Erectile Dysfunction
Researchers find mounting evidence from observational studies of a positive dose-response association between quantity and duration of smoking and risk of erectile dysfunction.
Why You Should Write a Letter to Yourself Tonight
An article by Bessel van der Kolk. Here he shows how writing about upsetting events improves physical and mental health.
Successful weight control
A recent study shows a positive relationship between frequent self-weighing and successful weight control
Increasing Longevity
European researchers report that a brisk 20 minute walk each day should be enough to reduce an individual’s risk of early death.
Easy 4 Minute Meditation
This 4 minute meditation is very easy just ‘Focus on the Crystal’ and ignore all distractions to achieve a calm and relaxed state in minutes.
Drug & Alcohol Detox
Byron Clinic provides a medically supervised withdrawal program for clients that seek utmost discretion, privacy and confidentiality.
Past Byron Clinic Workshops
Since 2009, Byron Clinic’s extensive professional development program has aimed to keep health care professionals skilled and up-to-date with current and emerging treatment practices.