Dr. Gabor Maté

Dr. Gabor Maté

• Advisor on human development through the lens of science and compassion.
• A survivor in real life, Budapest-born son of Holocaust survivors.
• Expert speaker on addiction, stress, and childhood.
• Worked with patients with drug addiction and mental illness.

Dr. Gabor Maté is a distinguished speaker and bestselling author known for his expertise in addiction, stress, and childhood development. With a focus on holistic healing, he combines scientific research, personal insights, and extensive clinical experience to empower individuals to take charge of their well-being.

After two decades in family practice and palliative care, Dr. Maté spent over ten years in Vancouver’s Downtown East Side, addressing challenges in drug addiction and mental illness. Born to Holocaust survivors, his personal experiences shape his understanding of themes like abandonment and rage. Dr. Maté’s talks cover a spectrum of topics, including the mind-body connection, trauma, and fostering resilience, providing valuable insights for diverse audiences.

Dr. Gabor Maté, challenges conventional health narratives in his latest book, “The Myth of Normal.” Maté contends that trauma underlies various health issues, from addiction to chronic diseases, advocating for societal change, holistic healing, and psychedelic-assisted spiritual growth.

While his trauma-focused approach garners attention, skeptics question the scientific evidence supporting his claims. The book critiques individualism and societal pathologies, offering a complex vision for health and well-being. Despite contradictions and potential oversimplifications, Maté’s work resonates with those seeking a holistic understanding of health and societal transformation.

Dr. Gabor Maté – Speaker

Holocaust survivor and family practice veteran, Dr. Gabor Maté, a bestselling author, challenges health norms, emphasizing holistic healing and societal transformation in his work on addiction and stress.

Maté’s Speaking Topics

• Mind / Body Health
• Fighting Addiction
• Coping Stress
• Childhood Development
• Trauma
• Fostering Resilience