About founder Dirk j lambert

Dirk J. Lambert – Trauma Specialist, Psychotherapist, Author, and Creator of RETR

Belgian national Dirk J. Lambert (59) is an internationally recognized trauma specialist, psychotherapist, and author with decades of experience in trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, and mental health rehabilitation. His expertise is deeply rooted in both professional training and personal experience, having endured extensive childhood trauma, which shaped his dedication to helping others heal.

His career spans multiple continents and diverse roles in trauma intervention:

• Volunteer Work with the American Veteran Association in Vietnam (1993-1999) – Supporting war veterans suffering from PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
• Appointed by the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal in Melbourne, Australia (2005) – Providing trauma therapy for multiple victims of sexual abuse.
• First Responder & Thailand Tourist Police Volunteer (8 years) – Deployed during the 2007 Phuket air disaster, providing emergency trauma support.
• Monastic & Rehabilitation Work – Twice ordained as a Buddhist monk, he volunteered as a psychotherapist at Wat Tham Krabok Rehab Temple, working with individuals recovering from addiction and trauma.
• Training & Accreditation – Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (Arizona Trauma Institute, USA), accredited psychotherapist with certifications in trauma, EMDR, CBT, NLP, and Bach Remedy Therapy.
• Author of "Stand Alone" – A comprehensive guide to trauma andsexual abuse recovery, offering insights and structured healing approaches.

Dirk is the creator of RETR (Rapid Emotional Trauma Release), an advanced trauma intervention methodology designed to rapidly process and resolve deep emotional trauma. RETR was specifically developed for high-intensity trauma environments, such as conflict zones, disaster response, and severe PTSD cases. Unlike conventional EMDR, RETR simplifies the process while delivering faster, more effective results for individuals suffering from emotional distress, PTSD, and trauma-related disorders.

Founder & Director of Recovery Centers: 

• New Body and Mind Recovery Center (2002-2012) – A leading addiction and mental health recovery center in Koh Samui, operating across three locations.
• New Paradigm Trauma Retreat (2014-Present) – An inpatient and outpatient trauma recovery center in Chiang Mai, specializing in PTSD, sexual abuse recovery, and complex trauma therapy.
• Chiang Mai Trauma Institute (2024-Present) – Providing training programs for alternative and holistic mental health pactitioners, equipping professionals with specialized trauma recovery techniques.

Dirk’s approach to trauma healing is deeply integrative, combining RETR, CBT, NLP, and holistic therapy methods. His dedication to advancing trauma treatment extends beyond direct client work, as he actively trains and mentors mental health professionals in alternative, effective methodologies.

Through his lifetime of experience in trauma recovery, frontline crisis response, and holistic therapy, Dirk continues to transform lives, train professionals, and pioneer new approaches to mental health treatment.