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Somatic Experiencing International — Annual Trauma Conference 2026

📅 October 4-6, 2026📍 Denver, CO + Livestream

The global SE community gathers for three days of keynotes, clinical demos, and research presentations on body-based trauma resolution.

About the Conference

Somatic Experiencing International (SEI) hosts its annual conference bringing together SE practitioners, researchers, and students from 40+ countries. The 2026 conference focuses on "The Body's Intelligence: Integrating Neuroscience and Somatic Practice."

Keynote Speakers

  • Peter Levine, PhD — Founder of Somatic Experiencing, author of Waking the Tiger
  • Stephen Porges, PhD — Creator of Polyvagal Theory
  • Bessel van der Kolk, MD — Author of The Body Keeps the Score
  • Deb Dana, LCSW — Author of The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy

Track Highlights

Research Track

  • New fMRI data on SE's effects on amygdala and prefrontal cortex activation
  • Longitudinal outcomes in SE for complex PTSD
  • SE vs. EMDR: head-to-head comparison data

Clinical Track

  • Live demonstrations of SE sessions (with client consent)
  • Advanced SE techniques for dissociative presentations
  • SE with children and adolescents

Integration Track

  • Combining SE with psychedelic-assisted therapy
  • SE and movement arts (dance, martial arts, yoga)
  • SE in medical settings (chronic pain, autoimmune conditions)

Registration

Tier Price
Early bird (by July 31) $595
Standard $795
Student $295
Livestream only $395

CE credits available for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and marriage/family therapists.


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