Sonja is a seasoned teacher and trainer with a specialization in trauma-sensitive, holistic approaches. As the GTT Europe Coordinator and Founder of the European Association for Holotropic Breathwork, she is dedicated to fostering deep transformation through Holotropic Breathwork and integrative therapeutic methods. Her private practice offers counseling, Bowen body therapy, and clinical supervision, providing a compassionate and safe space for psycho-spiritual support.
Her extensive experience includes work in diverse and often challenging environments, supporting vulnerable populations affected by gender-based violence, human trafficking, sexual abuse, and displacement. Her work in multiple countries, particularly in post-conflict regions, has refined her commitment to trauma-sensitive, person-centered care.
Sonja’s educational foundation includes advanced training in Bowen Body Therapy, a university degree in clinical supervision, coaching, and organizational development, as well as a Master’s degree in political science and sociology. She also holds a counseling diploma and is trained in various Jungian and Transpersonal Psychology modalities, including Psychosynthesis and SoulCollage. Passionate about integrating experiences from expanded states of consciousness, Sonja skillfully blends traditional and innovative approaches to foster therapeutic growth.