Tension, Trauma Releasing Exercises
TRE®
The Body Knows How to Restore Itself.
TRE® is an innovative series of exercises that assist the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension and trauma.
Created by Dr. David Berceli, TRE® safely activates our natural reflex mechanism of shaking that releases muscular tension, calming down the nervous system.
When this muscular shaking mechanism is activated in a safe and controlled environment, the body is encouraged to return back to a state of balance.
TRE is a powerful solution for individuals who struggle to release tension or feel disconnected from their body due to chronic stress or trauma.
TRE® is not only a physical exercise, but also a neurologic exercise that helps integrate and harmoniously utilize our brain.
Is TRE® For Me?
Does this sound like you?
✓ You feel stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly exhausted
✓ Your GP says “everything is fine,” but you still don’t feel good
✓ You’re bloated, breaking out, or struggling to lose weight despite trying everything
✓ You’re tired of popping pills or getting treatments that only offer temporary relief
✓ You want to find lasting solutions that truly heal and restore your body
What Makes TRE® Unique?
Intuitive
TRE® is designed to be simple and easy, making it easy for anyone to learn without requiring prior experience. The exercises are simple, adaptable, and enjoyable to do either alone or with family and friends.
Accessible
TRE® can be practiced wherever and whenever it suits you—whether at home, at work, or even while traveling. It requires no special equipment or environment, making it a truly accessible tool for self-care.
Universal Language
TRE® transcends cultural and language barriers, as it taps into the natural physiological responses innate to all human beings, creating a shared foundation for healing and self-regulation.
Self-Help Tool
TRE® is a self-empowering practice that, once learned, can be used independently throughout your life to continuously support your health, well-being, and personal growth.
History of TRE®
Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE®) was developed by Dr. David Berceli. Dr Berceli is an international expert in the areas of trauma intervention and conflict resolution. He has spent two decades living and working in nine war-stricken countries providing trauma relief workshops and designing recovery programs for international organizations around the world.
The inspiration for TRE® came during a life-changing experience Dr. Berceli had while in a bomb shelter in Sudan. During a shelling attack, he noticed that while the two young children on his lap were trembling with fear, none of the adults around them were shaking. Curiously, he asked the elders if they ever felt the urge to shake in such situations. They admitted that they did, but suppressed the reaction in front of the children. This moment of realization led Dr. Berceli to understand the profound significance of the body's natural response to stress.
From this insight, he developed TRE®, a series of exercises designed to help individuals of all ages and physical conditions reconnect with this natural shaking response, offering a safe and effective way to release tension and trauma.
You can read more about Dr. Berceli and other researches on TRE® here.