Neuroscientist, Stress Researcher & Co-Founder of Stressinsight
Erwin van den Burg is a neuroscientist and stress researcher with over twenty years of experience studying how chronic stress changes the brain, body, and behavior. His scientific work focuses on stress physiology, cortisol dynamics, amygdala reactivity, prefrontal control, and the neurobiological mechanisms that turn everyday pressure into chronic strain.
He co-founded Stressinsight to close the gap between scientific research and everyday working life. After publishing a well-received book on stress in The Netherlands and launching a public stress journal, Erwin saw a clear need for a more interactive, accessible, and science-grounded platform. Stressinsight was created to meet that need — helping individuals and organizations understand stress at its source and change it in a practical, sustainable way.
Expertise
- Stress physiology (HPA axis, cortisol, amygdala–PFC circuitry)
- Chronic stress, hyperarousal & cognitive fatigue
- Organizational stressors: workload, autonomy, clarity, conflict, culture
- Neurobiology of resilience & recovery
- Workplace dynamics and motivation
- Evidence-based stress management & micro-actions
Erwin’s Approach
Erwin believes that stress is seldom caused by a single factor. Instead, it emerges when biological stress systems collide with unclear expectations, chronic overload, low autonomy, conflict, or unfairness at work. His framework integrates:
- Calming the nervous system
- Building resilience and recovery
- Changing the conditions that create stress
This multi-layered approach helps people understand why stress happens — and what realistically needs to change.
Role at Stressinsight
Erwin leads content development, research translation, and the scientific direction of the Stressinsight platform, course, community, and consultancy services.
Personal Mission
To make high-quality stress science understandable, practical, and empowering — so people can regain control, stay healthy, and create workplaces where both individuals and organizations thrive.
Connect with Erwin through the Stressinsight Community or book a consultancy session to explore tailored support.
