Silvia Görres
Silvia Görres | |
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2004 | |
| Born | Silvia Regina Volkart 11 September 1925 |
| Died | 14 January 2015 (aged 89) |
| Occupation(s) | psychotherapist author mental health charity pioneer |
| Spouse | Albert Görres |
| Children | 7 |
| Parent(s) | Hans Volkart Käthe Volkart-Schlager |
Silvia Görres (née Volkart; 11 September 1925 – 14 January 2015) was a German psychotherapist and author. In 1967 she became involved as a volunteer with Lebenshilfe München, a regional (and national) charity involved in mental health. Starting in 1971 she became chair of the organisation's Bavarian executive board, successfully backing a number of projects and practical initiatives to improve the quality of life for the mentally impaired.