Trauma Release Exercise (TRE)

TRE, Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises, isn’t officially classed as a therapy in the same way that CBT or psychotherapy are.

It’s better described as a self help method or body based practice that a certified provider can teach. The idea is that you do specific physical exercises that gently tire out or activate certain muscle groups. This triggers a natural shaking or tremoring response in the body, which is believed to help release deep muscular tension and calm the nervous system.

So, in short: TRE is not officially a therapy, but a somatic self regulation method that can support therapeutic work.

All sessions are held online via a secure, confidential video link.

I run TRE sessions through Wired Differently, please reach out to hello@wireddifferently.co.uk to book a discovery call

In a typical TRE session with me, we start with a short chat so I can explain what to expect and answer any questions you might have. Then we move onto a few gentle movements to help the body prepare. These aren’t complicated or strenuous, just simple exercises to bring awareness to your muscles. 

After that, you’ll lie down on a mat and allow your body to begin its natural tremor process. The shaking can feel very light or a bit stronger, but you’re always in charge and can pause or stop whenever you like. Once the tremors settle, there’s time to rest quietly and notice the changes in your body.

We finish with a short check in so you can share what you’ve noticed and I can provide guidance on how to practise TRE safely on your own if you wish. Sessions typically last an hour, with a focus on maintaining a safe, calm, and supportive environment.

1:1 TRE sessions are charged at £80.00 + VAT per hour

1:1 combined TRE and therapy sessions are charged at £110.00 + VAT

Group sessions - one off £18.00 + VAT, or a block of 4 £15.00 + VAT each

I chose to focus on TRE because I’ve seen how much stress, tension, and trauma people hold in their bodies, often without even realising it.

Talking can help, but sometimes words don’t reach the tightness in the muscles or the restlessness in the nervous system. TRE offers a simple, natural way for the body to release that build-up and find calm again.

For me, it felt important to bring in an approach that doesn’t just work with the mind but also gives the body a chance to reset. I like that TRE is accessible, gentle, and something people can eventually use on their own as a tool for ongoing wellbeing. It fits well alongside my other work and offers a different doorway into feeling grounded and more at ease.v

I have partnered with Wired Differently to run TRE sessions. To find out more and to book a discovery call with me , please contact hello@wireddifferently.co.uk or CLICK HERE

Most people do at the start. You are learning a new way of listening to your body. Awkward is allowed. Awkward is human. You will settle.

Bodies take their time. Some shake straight away. Some warm up slowly. Either is fine. There is no gold star for shaking harder. Your body knows the pace.

Sometimes feelings shift when the body is allowed to loosen. Tears. Relief. A bit of irritation. All normal. You do not need to explain anything. I hold the space. You stay in charge.

No. Silence is welcome. Speaking is welcome. This is about what the body holds, not talking your way through it.

No. You bring your lived experience. I bring understanding and care for people who have carried a lifetime of being misunderstood or on alert. You do not need the language. Your body already knows the story.

We go slow. We pause. We come back to the room. You never have to push through. Safety first. Your pace always matters.

A calm enough corner. Comfy clothes. A blanket, yoga mat and a small pillow if you like comfort. Enough floor space to lie down and be seen on camera. Water nearby. Curiosity helps too.

No. This is not a fitness class. It is about letting the body release what it has been holding. If you can lie down and get up with some level of comfort, you are good.

It can feel therapeutic but it is not talk therapy. It is a way of letting the body shift tension and old holding patterns that talking alone often cannot reach.

I ask people to keep cameras on because this work is about presence and care, not disappearing behind a screen. When we shake and soften, things shift. Sometimes bodies get wobbly. Sometimes emotions rise. I need to be able to see you so I can keep you safe, steady and supported.

It is about holding the room properly.

If you need to adjust something or take a moment, of course you can turn to the side or step away for a breath. Cameras on simply means you are here in the room with us. That presence is part of the safety and softness we build together.

You do not need to look a certain way. You do not need a tidy room. You just need to be here. Visible. Human. Present.

Unfortunately, you will be unable to take part in any TRE sessions if you experience or have the following:

Physical limitations

 • Irregular blood pressure (high or low)

• Irregular heart conditions (surgery, pacemakers,

arrhythmia)

• Physical limitations (broken bones, strains, sprains, chronic aches)

• Operations

• Hypo or hyperglycaemia (medications)

• Pregnancy

• Epilepsy

Psychiatric conditions (with medication

• Manic/depressive

• Bi-polar conditions

• Schizophrenia

• Severe depression

• Psychosis

• Borderline personality disorder