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Tune into your body's wisdom with TRE®
Your well-being skill for life
Working with Deidré marked the beginning of one of the most important shifts I’ve ever experienced. I came into TRE not fully realising how disconnected I’d become from my own body. What followed was a gradual, powerful homecoming. Since our work together, my relationship with my body has transformed. I trust it now. I listen to it. And more than anything, I feel it. The integration didn’t happen overnight. It’s still unfolding, but it’s been deep, lasting, and real. Her presence held the space for that to happen. If you’re looking for something that goes beyond a quick fix and truly rewires your nervous system at the root, this is it. This work changes you.
Anonymous, Cape Town
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
You are carrying the world on your shoulders. Holding it all together for everyone around you. You play the role of carer in your home, your community, your friends circle and in the workplace. You put the needs of your children, your partner, your family, your friends, and your colleagues ahead of your own.
I am someone with a naturally gentle, compassionate approach who provides a safe and supportive space to makes it easier to allow the process of digesting and letting go of what is remains unresolved in your body-mind. I'm comprehensively trained and certified as a TRE® practitioner under the expert supervision of certification trainer, Fiona Soma of TRE® for Life.
TRE® stands for Tension Release Exercises. This incredible therapeutic technique can help you tap into your body's wisdom, help you release deep-seated physical and emotional tension and gently return to balance.
With the guidance of a certified TRE® provider, you'll explore a series of simple yet precise stretches that may activate your body's natural ability to shake, yawn, laugh, cry, belch or even purr! You're always in control during the sessions, so you can pause or stop whenever you wish.
TRE® is a groundbreaking approach developed by Dr David Berceli, a renowned psychologist and trauma researcher. His extensive work, supported by the insights of leading experts like Dr Bessel van der Kolk, Dr Peter Levine, and Dr Gabor Maté, has revealed the profound connection between unresolved trauma and physical tension. TRE® offers a powerful way to release this stored tension and promote healing.
TRE® can benefit individuals who:
- Experience stress and anxiety
- Have chronic pain or tension
- Are dealing with life challenges (work, family, health, financial, etc.)
- Have witnessed or experienced other people's trauma
- Have been involved in traumatic events or relationships
- Have been diagnosed with PTSD or CPTSD
* Please consult your healthcare provider before attempting TRE®.
TRE® is not recommended for individuals with:
- A history of seizures or epilepsy
- Severe or untreated mental health conditions
- Severe physical limitations
- Recent trauma, surgery or injury (last 6 months)
- Pregnant individuals
TRE® helps the body release stored tension and stress through a natural shaking mechanism. This can lead to physical and emotional relaxation, improved sleep, and reduced anxiety.
Some individuals also report a more positive outlook, less emotional reactivity, more harmonious relationships and a greater resilience to cope with life's stresses.
To safely and fully benefit from TRE®, we recommend learning the technique from a certified TRE® provider. Typically, it takes 6 to 8 weekly sessions to master the stretches and understand your body's response.
Once you've developed muscle memory, many people can safely practice TRE® on their own.
It's generally recommended to continue practicing TRE® regularly, at least once per week and preferably three times a week. However, it's important to listen to your body and adjust the frequency as needed.
A typical TRE® session lasts about 75 minutes. By adopting an attitude of curiosity and compassion, we will trust your body's wisdom, readiness and let it decide the appropriate pace. Each session typically includes:
- A check-in
- Guided stretches
- A tremoring phase
- An integration/resting phase
- Time to ground afterwards
TRE® is a body-based therapy that focuses on your physical sensations rather than requiring you to discuss your past experiences with your TRE® provider.
To ensure that TRE® is suitable for your needs, you will be required to complete a confidential medical history form before your first session.
This information also allows me to safely support you and if specific guidance is needed from my supervisor, your name will not be disclosed.
TRE® can often be combined with other therapeutic approaches, such as psychotherapy or life coaching. It's essential to consult with your healthcare provider or therapist to determine the best course of action for your specific needs.
Whether you choose to practice TRE® individually or in a group depends on your personal preference and goals. Some people find that practicing in a group can be supportive and motivating, while others prefer the privacy and flexibility of individual practice.
Group sessions are available upon request.
After a TRE® session, you may experience a sense of relaxation, calm, and well-being. Some people may also experience physical sensations such as tingling, warmth, or a sense of lightness.
However, it's important to note that everyone's experience with TRE® is unique. You may also wish to take the rest of the day for rest and self-care, such as quiet time, meditation, or gentle activities.
*If you have a tendency towards lightheadedness, it is not advisable to drive yourself home after a session.
Interesting research studies:
- Case Study: The effects of TRE on depression, anxiety, and stress in First Responders
Here are a few links that you may find helpful:
- TRE® in Cape Town communities
- More technical explanations by TRE® founder, Dr David Berceli's on Youtube
TRE® is a body-based therapy and an empowering life skill.
It usually takes 6 to 8 sessions with a certified provider to learn, then many can safely practice it independently
for the rest of their lives.
Location - Parow North.