Hannes Couvreur

Hannes Couvreur is a multifaceted professional based in Ghent, Belgium, who works as a Gastdocent fotografie (Guest Lecturer in Photography) at WISPER vzw since June 2023.1 He is a photographer, illustrator, poet, and experiential expert in dealing with mental health issues, particularly autism, ADHD, and depression.1

Couvreur's professional background is diverse and includes:

Photography and Art

• Independent Photographer at Superbly Human Photography since September 20171
• Focuses on finding new ways to see ordinary things and uncovering hidden wonders in everyday life1
• Participated in workshops, including a documentary photography workshop with Maciek Nabrdalik at the Brussels Street Photography Festival in 20191

Mental Health and Therapy

• Experiential expert in resilient coping with mental health issues at Superbly Human since August 19811
• Combines experiences as a therapist (four-year training in solution-focused therapy and over 10 years of coaching experience) with personal experiences as a client1

Education and Teaching

• Guest Lecturer in Photography at WISPER vzw (current position)1
• Former Part-time Teacher of Group Dynamics, Action Learning, and Group Dynamics Coordination at Thomas More (September 2012 - July 2013)1

Other Professional Experience

• Founder of "That Reminds Me of A Story," a project focused on cultivating local wisdom1
• Various roles in communication, including copywriting and process facilitation1

Hannes Couvreur holds a Master's degree in Germanic Philology (Dutch & English) from Ghent University and has also studied at Leiden University.1 His unique approach combines philosophy, art, therapy, and a sense of wanderlust to create meaningful interactions and foster change in challenging situations.1