IoPT Conference
With Dr. Franz Ruppert and others at the House of Literature 29-30 May.
When our life energy is connected to heart warmth, we flourish. The exterior fades and makes room for true presence.
- Prof. Dr. Franz Ruppert -
IoPT trauma conference
With Dr. Franz Ruppert and others at the House of Literature in Oslo, May 29 and 30, 2026 – Trauma & Health
- Physical and live streaming
- English language
- May 29 & 30, 2026
- Trauma & Health
- A learning conference for all - also for professionals in all kind of human relation work
About the IoPT Trauma Conference
Identity-oriented psychotrauma theory and therapy (IoPT) – Offering trauma therapy and training based on Franz Ruppert's groundbreaking theory and method.
Dr Franz Ruppert
Founder of IoPT, retired professor in psychology at the University of Applied Science in Munich, who during his psychological practice with clients and students became interested in Psychotrauma and its effect on individuals and society as a whole.
Author of 11 books published within the field of trauma and translated in many languages. Franz is a renowned speaker highly sought after for his theory and methodology, IoPT with the Intention-method. His most recent book "Self-acnounter wit the Intention-method" summarizes his ground-breaking work.
This conference, hosted in collaboration with the Norwegian Trauma Therapist Association, brings together experts in the field of trauma for two days of insights into the latest developments in practical trauma treatment.
At the Conference, You Will Gain Insights Into:
- Trauma and Health
- Expanding Trauma Theory to societal and political contexts
- Practical Applications of IoPT in therapy and community work
After the Conference, You Will Walk Away With:
- A deeper understanding of how trauma shapes identity, both individually and collectively, with a focus on how trauma affects our health.
- Knowledge about the IoPT method's applications in therapy, social work, and broader societal contexts.
- New perspectives on understanding trauma as a root cause of both individual and societal challenges, and how this knowledge can contribute to healing and growth .
Target Audience:
- Professionals in health and social sciences: Psychologists, nurses, doctors, special educators, midwives, and others working in relational fields.
- Therapists and IoPT Practitioners: Especially those aiming to expand their understanding of how trauma affects our health and apply IoPT methods in their work.
- Community-minded individuals and policymakers: Understanding trauma's impact on health is essential for addressing mental and physical challenges, including chronic illness and healthcare disparities. Acknowledging these effects supports better policies and environments that foster healing and resilience.
- Private individuals interested in personal development: Those seeking a deeper understanding of their identity and how processing trauma can positively transform their lives.
This conference serves as a learning platform for both professionals and interested individuals, emphasizing applicable knowledge in therapeutic and societal contexts alike. Here the translation to English:
The course IoPT Trauma & Health is approved.
The course IoPT Trauma & Health is approved by the Norwegian Psychological Association as a maintenance course for specialists with 10 hours. The course is approved for 2 years from 30.05.2026 to 30.05.2029, provided that the content and scope remain unchanged.
If the course is conducted digitally: The approval assumes that the organizer can monitor the participants' digital presence and can issue participation certificates based on that.
Timetable
Friday, May 29
- 10:00 - 10:15
- Welcome to this year's IoT conference; Trauma & Health
- Our compassion in sharing knowledge about the intricate landscape of the human mind and soul, empower professionals within all kinds of social, health or welfare systems, to offer their clients to put into motion their own innate healing power- by the knowledge of the IoPT theory and the Intention-method, in all its aspects.
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Speakers:
Ewelyn Hysing-Olsen
- 10:15 - 13:00
- My body, my trauma, my I
- Theory and Practical work - Symptoms of trauma can also be expressed in our body and produce many symptoms of discomfort like pain in different parts of our body, inflammation, chronic diseases, reduced resistance against infections or insomnia. If we ignore this trauma background as a consequence, we spend a lot of energy and time to deal with these symptoms and make many attempts to make them disappear. So, it could be a reasonable strategy to ask the question, which trauma might still be actively hidden in our psyche and starting to explore our biography in more depth. Traumawork in combination with other body-oriented treatments could then have the best results. Everyone is welcome to participate in a lottery for Working with your Intention, an intention that includes your symptom. The person who is going to get the Self Encounter by Franz, is free to choose resonators from the audience.
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Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Franz Ruppert
- 13:00 - 14:00
- Lunch
- 14:00 - 14:45
- Psychotherapy as Storytelling – Behring Breivik's collective and individual traumas
- Håvard Friis Nilsen holds a dr. philos. in modern political history and is a professor at OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University. His book Du må ikke sove. Wilhelm Reich og psykoanalysen i Norge was acclaimed by critics, and Aftenposten named it one of the ten best books of 2022.
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Speakers:
Haavard Friis Nilsen
- 15:00 - 15:45
- The Helper Syndrome, and the Danger of prolonged Dependence
- Therapy is – in principle – intended to end dependencies. This is particularly true of IoT. The helper syndrome creates new dependencies by transferring unresolved relationships with parents to the therapist-client relationship. Sometimes the result is 'lifelong' therapy with no end and no goal. This does not really help anyone. Being aware of the helper syndrome is recommended for every professional helper. IoPT provides the traumatological explanation for this survival strategy, which today affects large sections of society with effects that are quite the opposite of actual 'help'.
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Speakers:
Christian Frost
- 15:45 - 16:00
- Panel discussion; All presenters
- 18:00
- Dinner at Jewel of India
- 3-course dinner - Limited seats
Saturday, May 30
- 10:00 - 10:15
- Welcome back
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Speakers:
Ewelyn Hysing-Olsen
- 10:15 - 11:45
- Truth, Trust and Balance in the IoPT Process – Foundation of Practice
- <strong>Theory and Practical work</strong> - My is interested in understanding the ‘foundations of practice’, what is necessary for good practice as an IoPT practitioner. These three words, ‘truth’, ‘trust’ and ‘balance’ are one way of looking at the foundation stones of good practice. During my presentation I will talk briefly about these three words, what they mean to us, and how we can consciously bring them into our work. I will also facilitate a process with a volunteer and hopefully find a way of reflecting on the process after it is finished with reference to these three words. Everyone is welcomed to participate in a lottery to work with a Self-Encounter process with me. With a background as a Gestalt psychotherapist since 1989 and a dedicated focus on Franz Ruppert’s work since 2004, my passion lies in investigating and sharing what constitutes good practice for IoPT practitioners. Ultimately, I believe that living a fulfilling life is the greatest testament to the healing of trauma.
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Speakers:
Vivian Broughton
- 12:00 - 12:45
- What's wrong with me?
- Jørn Hansen was educated as IoPT Traumatherapist in 2022 Has worked with people with addiction challenges in and outside prison for many years. Has also worked with relatives of the same group. Gives lectures and courses in life management, communication and trauma. He has his own practice in Haugesund together with doctors and a physiotherapist Also works in companies with high sick leave or that have challenges with the work environment. Also works with war veterans.
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Speakers:
Jorn Hansen
- 13:00 - 14:00
- Lunch
- 14:00 - 14:45
- The influence of identity-oriented psychotrauma therapy on Hashimoto disease activity: a randomized controlled trial
- Maria-Magdalena Macarenco is doctor in Psychology, clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, EMDR consultant, trainer, and supervisor in psychotraumatology, including IoPT. With over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, she specializes in trauma and psychological trauma therapy. Since 2013, she has been offering continuing education courses in psychotraumatology. Her areas of professional interest include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD; Dissociation and psychotraumatic mechanisms; Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs); The connection between trauma and autoimmune diseases; Trauma-oriented psychotherapy. The influence of identity-oriented psychotrauma therapy on Hashimoto disease activity: a randomized controlled trial This lecture presents and critically discusses the findings of the first randomized controlled trial examining the impact of Identity-Oriented Psychotrauma Therapy (IoPT) on both psychological functioning and disease-related biomarkers in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition strongly associated with chronic stress and early-life adversity. Participants will be guided through the study design, therapeutic protocol, and main outcomes, with a particular focus on clinically meaningful changes observed in dissociation, alexithymia, emotional regulation, depressive and anxiety symptoms, anger processing, and quality of life following IOPT groups. The presentation will also address the exploratory findings related to immunological markers, discussing their clinical relevance, limitations, and implications for future research. Known for her work: "The influence of identity-oriented psychotrauma therapy on Hashimoto disease activity" (European Journal of Psychotraumatology, 2025). "Adverse childhood experiences, risk factors in the onset of autoimmune diseases in adults: A meta-analysis" (Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 2022). "Childhood trauma, dissociation, alexithymia, and anger in people with autoimmune diseases: A mediation model" (Child Abuse & Neglect, 2021).
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Speakers:
Maria Magdalena Macarenco
- 15:00 - 15:30
- Panel discussion - all presenters
- 15:45 - 16:00
- Thank you and welcome to out 2-day Intensive tomorrow
- By Ewelyn Hysing-Olsen & leader of NTf
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Speakers:
Ewelyn Hysing-Olsen
Ewelyn Hysing-Olsen
Teacher IoPT, academic manager and owner of IoPT Norway
Ewelyn Hysing-Olsen is a teacher and supervisor within IoPT, with her own practice and extensive experience in therapeutic and administrative work. She offers courses and advanced training nationally and internationally, with a background in management psychology, project management and HR.
Prof. Dr. Franz Ruppert
Professor of psychology
Franz Ruppert is a professor of psychology at the University of Applied Sciences in Munich and an internationally recognized speaker and trauma researcher.
Over the past 30 years, he has developed the theory of Identity-Oriented Psychotrauma Theory and the practical method of IoPT - the Intention Method. "self-encounterss and the Intention Method" - how valid is what we do with IoPT? The basics of IoPT.
Haavard Friis Nilsen
Håvard Friis Nilsen (b. 1969) has a doctorate in modern political history and works as a professor of social sciences at Østfold University College. In 2022, his most recent book, Myndig medborgerskap. Demokrati for læreutdanningen (Universitetsforlaget), was published, where he was the editor. He is also invited as a visiting professor at Sigmund Freud University in Vienna, and has written contributions to a number of international anthologies and professional journals, including the International Journal of Psychoanalysis and Modern Intellectual History. Friis Nilsen has given lectures on the history of psychology in several major cities, including Vienna, New York and Cambridge, and he regularly lectures for Norwegian psychologists through the Norwegian Psychological Association.
Christian Frost
Systemic Coach & Trauma Therapist (IOPT)
Christian has extensive experience from international aid work and humanitarian organizations. After many years of focusing on others, he started his own inner journey and found systemic coaching and IOPT as methods that provided deep insight and development. He is a trained systemic coach (ICF-certified) and trauma therapist (IOPT), known for his empathy, clear communication and ability to see the essential. What he offers • Identity coaching - who am I, what do I want? • Self-esteem and anti-stress coaching • Treatment focus on relationships and conflicts • Leadership coaching • Self-encounters with IOPT (individual or in a group) • Hours in Stralsund or online (price: €89) Competence Diplom-sozialwissenschaftler, Master in humanitarian aid, certified Life & Business Coach (ICF), trauma therapist (IOPT), and registered legal guardian. Areas of work / Symptoms Focuses on deep patterns and traumas from early life, which can manifest as stress, anxiety, burnout, addiction and other mental or physical ailments.
Vivian Broughton
Gestalt psychotherapist
Vivian, originally a Gestalt psychotherapist, has been in practice for over 35 years. Since 2005 she studied with Professor Ruppert, and has been entirely focused on IoPT psychotrauma work since 2010. She has written 5 books, four are exclusively about IoPT work, some of which are translated into Dutch, German, Norwegian, Turkish and Russian. She now works mainly online, and occasionally 'in-person' in The Netherlands, teaching and supervising student practitioners.
Jorn Hansen
Jørn Hansen has faced many challenges throughout his life, but when he came into contact with IoPT, everything finally fell into place and he experienced getting his life back. For Jørn, IoPT – identity-oriented trauma therapy and theory – has proven to be the most effective approach to supporting people who are in challenging situations, or who want to function better in everyday life.
Maria Magdalena Macarenco
Clinical psychologist and EMDR accredited therapist
Maria-Magdalena Macarenco is a clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, EMDR consultant, supervisor, and trainer, doctor in Psychology and lecturer at Ovidius University of Constanța. With over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, she specializes in trauma and psychological trauma therapy. Since 2013, she has been offering continuing education courses in psychotraumatology and conducting workshops on IoPT.
Here encounter with Prof. Franz Ruppert in 2012 was a turning point, profoundly reshaping her perspective on the human psyche and deepening her understanding of psychological trauma. Here professional training includes: Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with Prof. Richard Mitchell (UK, 2012-2013); Multigenerational Psychotraumatology Training (2013-2015) and Identity-Oriented Psychotherapy Training (2015-2017) with Prof. Franz Ruppert at the Institute for Trauma Therapy in Oslo, Norway; Advanced training in the Intention Method in Bucharest at the Institute for the Study and Treatment of Trauma (ISTT), under the guidance of Prof. Ruppert, Conf. Dr. Diana Vasile, and Marta Thorsheim (2015-2017); Complementary training in Integrative Trauma Psychotherapy at ISTT (2019-2021).
Her areas of professional interest include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD; Dissociation and psychotraumatic mechanisms; Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs); The connection between trauma and autoimmune diseases; Trauma-oriented psychotherapy.
At this year's conference, Maria Macarenco will present: "Internalization of the Aggressor: A Perspective on Psychotraumatic Mechanisms".
Here encounter with Prof. Franz Ruppert in 2012 was a turning point, profoundly reshaping her perspective on the human psyche and deepening her understanding of psychological trauma. Here professional training includes: Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with Prof. Richard Mitchell (UK, 2012-2013); Multigenerational Psychotraumatology Training (2013-2015) and Identity-Oriented Psychotherapy Training (2015-2017) with Prof. Franz Ruppert at the Institute for Trauma Therapy in Oslo, Norway; Advanced training in the Intention Method in Bucharest at the Institute for the Study and Treatment of Trauma (ISTT), under the guidance of Prof. Ruppert, Conf. Dr. Diana Vasile, and Marta Thorsheim (2015-2017); Complementary training in Integrative Trauma Psychotherapy at ISTT (2019-2021).
Her areas of professional interest include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD; Dissociation and psychotraumatic mechanisms; Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs); The connection between trauma and autoimmune diseases; Trauma-oriented psychotherapy.
At this year's conference, Maria Macarenco will present: "Internalization of the Aggressor: A Perspective on Psychotraumatic Mechanisms".
Prices for the conference
Prices marked in green are limited time (earlybird) and valid for registration up to and including January 31, 2026 .
| Tickets | Early Bird | Ordinary price |
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| Physical participation | ||
| VIP Front rows, reserved seats. | 3200,- | 3600,- |
| VIP | Member NTF Front rows, reserved seats. | 1800,- | 2200,- |
| Active students | 1800,- | 2200,- |
| Ordinary seat | 2800,- | 3200,- |
| Digital participation (Live streaming) | ||
| Digitally A digital participant, valid for one person. | 2300,- | 3000,- |
| Digital participation group 5 For up to 5 participants. | 7200,- | 7700,- |
| Digital participation group 10 For groups of up to 10 participants. | 12600,- | 13200,- |
| Digital participation group 15 For up to 15 participants. | 16200,- | 19800,- |
Location and map
House of Literature, Wergelandsveien 29, 0167 Oslo
Frequently asked questions and answers
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How does digital participation work?
The vast majority of our conferences are filmed and broadcast live on our website. When you register digitally, you get access to watch the broadcast live (livestream).
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Can you watch the conference in recording?
No. The conference is only available as a live stream and will not be available in recordings afterwards.
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What is the difference between digital groups and single digital participation
A single digital entry is intended for 1 person only and should not be shared or viewed jointly with anyone else. When you register for a digital group, you will be able to watch the conference on multiple devices/locations at the same time, or watch it together. When you sign up for a group, you only sign up 1 person who is responsible. The other group participants register later. You will receive information about this in a separate email before the event.
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When is attendance if you participate physically?
Registration opens one hour before the first presentation at the conference. Please arrive a little early to avoid long queues. See the program to find out when the first presentation starts.
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Can I get group discounts?
Group discounts are already available for digital participation. See under prices. For physical participation, discounts are available for groups of five or more.
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Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to all and no prior knowledge is required unless stated in the description.
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I will be covering this conference privately, are there any discounts?
Yes, most conferences have a discount if you have to cover the cost privately. Information about this can be found on the registration form.
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I have questions regarding the conference, who do I contact?
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