TRE® – Relieve Stress & Trauma Through Body-Led Exercises

Tension & Trauma Release Exercises

A Simple, Body-Led Approach to Relieve Stress and Build Resilience

Shake Off Stress, Rediscover Balance

Release Stress, Reclaim Your Peace. Discover TRE®: simple exercises to help your body recover from stress and trauma.

A Path to Healing and Harmony

TRE® is a body-led modality that aims to release tension and restore calm, developed by Dr. David Berceli.

Stress Relief

TRE® gently releases deep-seated stress and physical tension stored in the body, promoting relaxation and calmness.

Gentle Recovery

Harness your body’s natural ability to find calm and recover from trauma and chronic stress.

Improved Well-Being

Enhances physical, emotional, and mental resilience, helping individuals feel more grounded and balanced.

TRE®: Your Body's Guide to Calm and Resilience

Heal. Balance. Thrive. Empower.

Whether you want to experience TRE® for yourself, connect with a community, or help bring it to others, we’re here to support you. Explore how you can get involved below:

Work With A Provider

Receive personalized guidance with a certified TRE® provider. Whether in-person or online, one-on-one sessions help you restore balance at your own pace.

Join A Workshop

Discover the power of shared healing in a supportive group setting. Join a TRE® workshop to learn the practice and connect with others on a similar journey.

Get Certified

Take the next step in your journey and become a certified TRE® provider. Empower others while deepening your own understanding of this transformative practice.

Support TRE® Worldwide

Help spread TRE® to more people around the world. Your donation supports our non-profit’s goals of outreach programs, training initiatives and global healing efforts.

"Trauma therapies have a common principle - the movement from implicit feelings to explicit behaviors. TRE is the perfect example… getting the body to tremor, an implicit response and reframing it with explicit terminology. Internal feelings are not overwhelming, they’re contained through a simple exercise."

"To have access to releasing trauma without having my clients having to relieve or re-experience trauma events is very exciting. TRE is the most rewarding work that I have become involved in working with clients."

“I found that, if given appropriate guidance, human beings can and do shake off the effects of overwhelming events and return to their lives using exactly the same procedures that animals use.”

"Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises, TRE, is a route to healing that I have not experienced from any other modality. I have been a physician, a psychiatrist, and a Gestalt Specialist for 35 years. I am now teaching TRE to all my clients as a healing modality."

"Helplessness is a universal state for people overwhelmed by traumatic stress. Gaining control of their symptoms, their body, and their life is an essential part of the healing process. TRE is a powerful tool to achieve this. I have personally used TRE and have taught them to friends and patients with remarkable results."

Common Questions About TRE®

What does TRE® stand for?

TRE® stands for Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises. TRE® is a simple, body-based technique designed to help release deep tension and stress held in the body. It uses a series of gentle exercises to activate the body’s natural tremoring mechanism, which can calm the nervous system and promote relaxation.

How does TRE® work?

TRE® activates the body’s natural ability to shake or tremor, a mechanism often suppressed in daily life. These tremors help to release stored physical tension and emotional stress, restoring balance and well-being without the need for verbal processing.

Who can benefit from TRE®?

Anyone who has experienced stress, tension, or trauma can benefit from TRE®. It’s especially helpful for individuals dealing with chronic stress, anxiety, physical tension, or past trauma. TRE® is also widely used by healthcare professionals, first responders, athletes, and individuals in high-stress environments.

Is TRE® safe?

Yes, TRE® is safe for most people when practiced responsibly. It’s a self-guided process, and individuals can stop or modify the exercises if they feel uncomfortable. However, those with severe trauma or medical conditions should consult a qualified TRE® provider before starting.

Do I need a TRE® provider to start?

While TRE® can be learned independently, working with a certified TRE® provider is recommended for beginners, especially if you’ve experienced significant trauma. A provider can guide you through the exercises safely and tailor the process to your needs.

Can I do TRE® on my own?

Yes, once you’ve learned the exercises and understand how your body responds, you can practice TRE® on your own. However, it’s important to go at your own pace and listen to your body’s signals. Working with a provider will help you become attuned to this.

What if I am skeptical of TRE®?

It’s natural to feel skeptical about trying something new. TRE® is backed by research and has helped thousands of people worldwide reduce stress and tension. The process is gentle, self-guided, and doesn’t require belief to work—your body’s natural tremoring mechanism simply activates as a physical response. You can start slowly, observe how your body reacts, and stop at any time if you feel uncomfortable. Many individuals who were initially skeptical have found it to be a powerful and transformative practice.

Can I become certified to teach TRE®?

Yes! To become a certified TRE® Provider, you need to complete the official TRE® Certification Training Program. You can find more details about the certification process here.