Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE)
TRE is a simple, body-based process that uses natural tremors to release deep patterns of stress, tension, and stored trauma. These natural tremors can help the body discharge muscular tension and settle after stress — similar to how animals naturally shake after being in a stressful situation.
A short overview of TRE — what it is and how it works.
As a certified TRE Provider, sessions are guided and paced to help you safely access and regulate this process, allowing your body to release at its own speed.
Benefits may include
Reduced stress and anxiety
Improved sleep
Greater emotional regulation
Increased sense of calm and presence
Overview
TRE sessions are structured, guided, and paced based on your body and comfort level. The goal is to safely activate the body's natural tremor mechanism and allow it to release tension at its own speed.
Session Flow
We begin with a brief check-in to understand what's coming up for you — physically, mentally, or emotionally. You'll then be guided through a short series of simple exercises designed to gently fatigue specific muscle groups, primarily in the legs. This helps activate the body's natural tremor response. Once tremors begin, you'll lie down and allow your body to move naturally.
What the Tremors Feel Like
Tremors can range from very subtle to more noticeable shaking. Some people feel: Gentle vibrations. Shaking in their hips or legs. Waves of movement through the body. Periods of stillness between tremors. There's no "right way" for this to happen—every body is different.
Control & Safety
During our sessions together, you are always in control. At any point during the session, you can stop the tremors, reduce their intensity, or take a break. Part of the process is learning how to regulate your experience, not overwhelm your system.
Emotional & Nervous System Response
Sometimes, physical release is accompanied by emotional shifts — but not always. Many clients leave feeling calmer, lighter, more grounded, and more present in their body. With practice, TRE can support greater awareness of and flexibility with your body's stress response.
After the Session
You may feel relaxed, energized, or simply more neutral and settled. You may also experience temporary physical, emotional, or energetic shifts as the nervous system integrates the experience. Integration may continue after the session as your body settles and processes the experience. Rest, hydration, grounding practices, and self-care are encouraged following sessions.
TRE Session Options & Pricing
| Service | Length | Price |
|---|---|---|
| TRE Initial Session | 90 min | $150 |
| TRE Follow-Up | 60 min | $120 |
| Small Group TRE (3 people max) | 90 min | $250 |