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Community

TRE can be practiced alone, but connecting with others who practice can provide encouragement, shared learning, and a sense of belonging. This section covers ways to find and connect with the TRE community.

Online Communities​

Social Media Groups​

Facebook: Several active TRE groups exist on Facebook where practitioners share experiences, ask questions, and offer mutual support. Search for "TRE" or "Tension Releasing Exercises" to find groups. Some are general; others focus on specific populations (women, veterans, trauma survivors, etc.).

Reddit: The r/TRE subreddit provides a space for discussion, questions, and sharing experiences. It's smaller than Facebook groups but offers good conversation.

Instagram: Many TRE practitioners and providers share content on Instagram. Following TRE-related accounts can provide inspiration, education, and community connection.

Benefits of Online Communities​

  • Ask questions and get input from experienced practitioners
  • Share your experiences and feel less alone
  • Learn from others' challenges and breakthroughs
  • Find local practitioners and practice groups
  • Stay motivated in your practice

Considerations​

  • Online advice is not a substitute for professional guidance
  • Be discerning about what you read: experiences vary widely
  • Protect your privacy (use discretion about what you share)
  • Remember that people's experiences may not match yours

Local Practice Groups​

Finding Facilitated Groups​

Many TRE providers host regular group sessions for people who've learned the exercises. Provider-facilitated groups offer the safest environment for group practice, with professional guidance and support. These might be:

  • Weekly or monthly group tremoring sessions
  • Drop-in classes where you practise together
  • Ongoing groups for graduates of intro workshops

How to find them:

  • Ask your TRE provider if they offer group sessions
  • Search the TRE provider directory for group classes in your area
  • Post in online TRE communities asking about local groups
  • Check local yoga studios and wellness centres

Benefits of Group Practice​

Co-regulation: Practising with others in a calm state can help your own nervous system settle. The group's collective regulation supports individual regulation.

Normalisation: Seeing others tremor, hearing their experiences, and realising you're not alone can be powerfully validating.

Community and connection: Healing happens in relationship. Practising with others creates bonds and reduces the isolation that often accompanies trauma.

Accountability: Regular group sessions help maintain consistent practice.

Shared learning: You learn from observing others and hearing their insights.

For more on group practice, see Group Practice in the Advanced section.

Official Resources​

TRE for All Foundation (traumaprevention.com) – The non-profit organisation founded by David Berceli. The website provides educational resources, research updates, and the provider directory.

TRE YouTube Channel – Official videos including exercise demonstrations, educational content, and interviews with Dr Berceli.

Conferences and Workshops​

Periodic TRE conferences and training events bring the community together. These might include:

  • Multi-day intensive workshops
  • Conference presentations on TRE research and practice
  • Community gatherings and retreats
  • Provider training and continuing education

Check the TRE for All website for upcoming events.

Creating Your Own Support​

Even without formal community, you can create support structures:

Practice partner: Find one other person who practises TRE. Check in regularly, share experiences, and practise together occasionally. See Partner Practice for guidance on working with a partner.

Accountability buddy: Someone who doesn't necessarily practise TRE but supports your commitment (like a workout buddy).

Journaling community: Some people find online journaling communities helpful for processing their practice.

Therapy integration: Work with a trauma-informed therapist who understands and supports your TRE practice.

Community Etiquette​

When participating in TRE communities:

Respect confidentiality: What's shared in groups stays in groups.

Avoid giving medical or psychological advice: Share your experience; don't prescribe solutions.

Honour diverse experiences: What works for you may not work for others. Avoid "should" statements.

Acknowledge limitations: Online community is supportive but not professional care.

Be mindful of triggering content: Use content warnings when sharing difficult material.

Support provider-centred learning: Encourage people to work with certified providers rather than learning solely from online advice.

For Providers: Building Community​

If you're a certified TRE provider, consider:

  • Hosting regular group sessions for former students
  • Creating an online space for your client community
  • Organising periodic gatherings or retreats
  • Connecting clients who might benefit from peer support
  • Contributing to online TRE communities with educational content

Community is a gift you can offer alongside individual sessions.

The Value of Connection​

TRE is ultimately about returning to the body and healing held trauma. This healing can happen alone, but it's often deepened by connection with others. We are relational beings; our nervous systems co-regulate with those around us.

Finding your community can make the journey richer, less lonely, and more sustainable.