Suse Beyersmann, social pedagogue and integration educator
The cautious and gradual approach within the polyvagal approach was presented very clearly in Matthias Thimm's seminar. I learnt that the window of tolerance must be expanded and stabilised in order to integrate trauma. As an employee at a daycare centre, I am able to apply the knowledge I gained very effectively when working with children who have experienced trauma.
School psychologist from Berlin
“Nervous systems influence one another.” That single sentence immediately drew me into the workshop on trauma-informed practice—and the entire day proved just as impactful.
The instructor, Ms. Corinna Kärnbach, succeeded in conveying complex neurobiological concepts in a way that was understandable, practical, and at the same time deeply moving. I was particularly impressed by the combination of professional depth, concrete ideas for action in everyday educational practice, and an attitude that tangibly exemplifies safety and reflection.
I not only gained new knowledge but also a changed perspective on relationship-building in an educational context. The workshop was inspiring, well-founded, and immediately applicable to practice.
A clear recommendation for anyone who wishes to support children and adolescents in a trauma-sensitive, professional manner, with a deep understanding of relationships and regulation.
School psychologist from Berlin
I would highly recommend Corinna Kärnbach’s workshop on trauma to anyone who works with children—not just in a school setting, but with students in general. Ms. Kärnbach not only provided participants with a solid theoretical foundation, but also conveyed her knowledge through practical examples and by actively involving those present. She approached the material with sensitivity and was very mindful of the participants’ boundaries. The balance between theory and practice was well-maintained and aligned with the key topics. You could really tell how passionate Ms. Kärnbach was about the workshop, as she frequently shared anecdotes from her daily work. In my view, all participants left the workshop satisfied.
Jeanny Bredow, guidance counselor and secondary school teacher from Berlin Kreuzberg
“Corinna Kärnbach’s training session on trauma-informed education was thoroughly compelling. It was clearly structured and supported by vivid visual aids, which helped convey the content in an easily understandable way. The combination of practical exercises and solid foundational knowledge—delivered in concise segments—was particularly effective, with ample time set aside for questions and discussion.”
Despite the dense content, the day flew by, which speaks to the high quality and relevance of the event. I was able to take away many valuable insights that will benefit both my consulting practice in school psychology and my work as a teacher. Above all, the deeper understanding of trauma, its origins, and its symptoms has permanently changed the way I approach working with people.
All in all, a highly recommended training course!
The team at the Entdeckerland daycare centre
The trauma training for our entire nursery team was an extremely enriching and lasting experience for us. The content was conveyed in a professional, practical and empathetic manner. We found the specific action strategies for everyday educational work and the deeper understanding of traumatised children and their behaviour particularly valuable.
A particular highlight of the training was the TRE exercises (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises). These simple but very effective physical exercises showed us how important it is to take our own physical and emotional stress seriously – and to actively do something to regulate ourselves. The exercises can be easily integrated into everyday life and not only promote our own well-being but also strengthen our presence and stability when dealing with stressful situations.
Through the training, we as a team have gained a lot of confidence and feel better prepared to treat children with traumatic experiences with mindfulness, clarity and empathy. The mutual exchange within the team has also been strengthened and has had a lasting positive effect on our cooperation.
We can wholeheartedly recommend this training – especially with the additional focus on TRE!
Anne Bucher, teacher at the Wannsee School of Occupational Therapy
The lecture Trauma & School taught our students about the relevance of trauma-sensitive approaches in occupational therapy. Through vivid personal experiences with stress management and learning blocks, they were able to take away valuable strategies for their future professional practice.
Vocational School Teacher
The professional development workshop “Body-Oriented Stress Management in Schools” gave me many helpful ideas for my work in the welcome class.
Teacher, Upper Secondary School
Thank you very much for the great professional development workshop “Body-Oriented Stress Management in Schools”!
School Psychologist
Corinna Kärnbach’s workshop was very valuable for trauma-sensitive practice.
Social Educator
The foundation’s workshops offer very interesting insights into the role of the nervous system in trauma.
School Psychologist
Despite the difficult topic, I felt very well taken care of in Corinna Kärnbach’s workshop. Professionally, I gained profound insights.
A testimonial from a woman who received individual therapy using Somatic Experiencing.
An experience for which I am deeply grateful
When the foundation made this body-oriented trauma therapy possible for me, I had no way of knowing at first what it would set in motion within me.
I’ve tried many things in my life and have spent a long time coming to terms with my history and my wounds. But I have never experienced anything quite like this therapy before.
It’s hard to truly put the experience into words. There are parts of me that are allowed to emerge and, surprisingly, feel safe in the process. Things that were apparently stored in my body for a very long time can slowly become visible and tangible—and sometimes it actually feels as though old burdens are allowed to melt away and fall off, at least a little.
My highly experienced therapist for SE and NARM creates, through her unique approach—using touch, language, eye contact, and above all, the safe space she fosters—something I’ve never experienced before. It’s not just thoughts or memories that are addressed. Sometimes it’s very early, pre-verbal, and pre-conceptual levels within me that feel addressed.
And I notice that this is changing something in my everyday life.
I’m already much better at staying true to myself. I’ve even been able to say “no” twice—in situations where I probably would have pushed past my own limits in the past. That might sound like a small thing to others. For me, it’s an incredibly big step.
My body also feels freer at times. I feel like I can breathe more easily and even manage the stairs a little more easily.
After these first sessions, I don’t feel like anything is “finished.” On the contrary: it feels as though a door has opened. And behind it, there’s still so much that wants to be seen, felt, and perhaps gradually resolved.
I am deeply grateful to the foundation for giving me this opportunity. Precisely because I know I wouldn’t have been able to afford this therapy on my own, this support means so much to me.
I truly hope that even more people will have the chance to have an experience like this.
For me, this therapy is one of the most profound and healing experiences I’ve ever had.
Guido, a teacher from Berlin
The professional development workshop “Body-Oriented Stress Management” at the Berlin State Institute for Qualification and Quality Development in Schools (BLiQ) broadened my horizons and provided me with new insights for my teaching practice. The two presenters, Ulrike Loy and Dr. Eva Fenrich, impressed me with their in-depth knowledge of the subject and their ability and willingness to address the participants’ questions and needs. The seminar explored the connection between stress management and the autonomic nervous system and applied this knowledge to classroom practice through examples. Various exercises during the training ensured that participants not only learned the material but also experienced it firsthand. I highly recommend this seminar to anyone interested in the connection between (self-)regulation, the nervous system, and the willingness to learn.
