What is TRE®?
Come Home to Your Nervous System
TRE® (Tension and Trauma Release Exercises) is a simple, body-based method that activates the body’s natural tremor reflex. This reflex, found in all mammals, helps release tension and stress patterns from the nervous system.
The practice involves a short series of movements to gently activate the lower body, followed by lying down and allowing natural tremors to emerge. These tremors help the body discharge excess stress, restore balance, and support emotional regulation - without needing to talk about past events.
Who should do TRE®?
TRE® may benefit people who:
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Feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed
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Experience pain, tightness, or inflammation
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Work in high-stress professions or caregiving roles
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Have lived through accidents, disasters, or violence
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Carry generational or cultural trauma
Benefits Reported by Practitioners?
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Immediate: feeling calmer, grounded, more present, less reactive
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Over time: reduced pain and inflammation, improved sleep, emotional resilience, greater ease in relationships, and more confidence at work
How often should I do TRE®?
We recommend 3-6 sessions with a Certified TRE® Provider to learn the process safely. Once established, it can be practiced at home as a lifelong self-help tool, whenever you need it.
Private or Group Sessions?
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Private sessions: best for those working with trauma or higher stress levels
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Group sessions: supportive, energizing, and community-based
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Many people choose a combination of both
**TRE® has not been evaluated by the US Food & Drug Administration or the American Medical Association. This technology is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Medical advice must only be obtained from a physician or qualified health practitioner. Results may vary between individuals. There are no guarantees, expressed, or implied.
**TRE® denotes TRE’s registered trademark. Dr. David Berceli holds the Copyright, Trademark, and Service Mark (SM) for all TRE training materials and the TRE process. All rights to use are reserved and TRE FOR ALL, Inc (TFA) (NGO) holds distribution rights. Also protected are the Trauma Release Process SM and tension Release Process SM.
