SPES Trainers

Psychologist and psychotherapist in training, with experience in supporting children, young people and families, and in the field of personality disorders in adolescents and adults. Strongly committed to prevention in adolescence, also thanks to her volunteering experience and work with young people.

Trainer and Social and Community Theatre practitioner, with a Master’s degree in Social and Community Theatre from the University of Turin and an Executive Master’s in Culture and Health for the design of cultural welfare interventions. Assistant director for SCT Centre productions.

Psychologist and psychotherapist.

Training on suicidality is essential for my work with adolescents and adults, both in my private practice and in the schools where I work.

Psychotherapist, psychodramatist, teacher and actress. For over twenty years, I have worked both in schools and in private practice to promote a culture of individual and group wellbeing.

Medical doctor.

I study psychology and psychotherapy, with a focus on promoting physical and mental health. I explore the concept of care through theatre, dance, singing and other arts as tools for self-expression, body awareness and relationship-building.

Psychologist.

I began my training in suicide risk prevention to be able to help with competence and respect. For me, training teachers means building alliances and offering skills in an interactive environment.

For ten years, I have worked in a therapeutic rehabilitation community with adults with psychiatric conditions, and for the past three years I have been the community coordinator. As an educator, I believe in therapeutic rehabilitation groups and in recreational, play-based and community activities.

Former teacher and headteacher in upper secondary schools, and acting headteacher of a comprehensive school in a mountain area, where I gained in-depth experience of social marginalisation, educational poverty and the inclusive role of schools.

Socio-cultural practitioner.

I work in youth policy as a professional educator, supporting adolescents, parents and teachers through counselling sessions and/or biosystemic workshops. I also organise cultural events with different local organisations.

Trainer and counsellor, specialising in school guidance and the use of expressive techniques in the classroom. I work in vocational training and teach courses for young people and adults. I coordinate training programmes in the fields of healthcare and disability.

Medical doctor.

My experience as a thesis student in the Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry Department in Turin, together with my work on the SPES Project, has connected me closely to the themes of suicidality and adolescent distress. These are issues that require timely action, through prevention and the promotion of mental wellbeing.

Upper secondary school teacher and deputy headteacher.

I work with adolescents to foster effective educational processes, using tools such as empathic listening and being present in difficult moments with a positive and reflective attitude. Trust, respect and sharing are the key words that guide my approach.

Psychiatry resident

An explorer of body and psyche, she began studying the body during her medical training and later went on to explore physical theatre, contact improvisation, Social and Community Theatre, and psychoanalytic and body-oriented psychotherapy.

Professional educator.

I work in group facilitation and in the design and delivery of participatory processes. Alongside this, I support a person through an educational foster care pathway. I have experience in managing classroom groups, with a focus on emotional expression, education on differences and nonviolent communication.

Paediatric nurse with significant experience in child and adolescent neuropsychiatry, where I have worked since 1999.

I am passionate about healthcare, care and the promotion of children’s and adolescents’ wellbeing in all its forms. I value continuous learning and teamwork.

Professional educator.

I hold a degree in Professional Education and specialise in sensory disabilities. I have worked for almost 15 years in school-based and community educational services for minors. I am the contact person for the Community Educational Service of Val Sangone and a Hub Educator for Con.I.S.A.

Psychologist and psychotherapist.

Since 2011, I have worked in the field of mental health with Progetto Du Parc, a network of therapeutic facilities in Val Pellice and Pinerolo. I also support young people and adults in private practice. I am a mother, constantly seeking balance between work, passions and family.

Neuropsychiatry resident and theatre enthusiast.

I believe in the importance of collective experimentation as a way to address complex issues, allowing ourselves the possibility to change our mind or shift our point of view.