Frequently Asked Questions

TRE® starts with six warm-up exercises, similar to some yoga stretches. These are followed by the tremoring process. Every person tremors differently - it all depends on what your body wants to release at a certain point in your practice. Some tremors are visible, some micro tremors are barely visible - it all depends and there's no judgement. Your body simply knows - trust the process! To give you a general idea, though, here's a brief example - the actual tremoring process (Floor Sequence) starts at 9:45) Please note: While TRE® is a self-help technique and is really simple, as it's tapping into our innate body reaction, many people want to be guided through these exercises. If that feels like you, please get in touch as I'd love to teach you TRE® in a safe, empathic manner, giving you the confidence to trust your body and holding the space for you while you are exploring and learning this amazing tool for life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeUioDuJjFI

Yes, TRE® can really work! There is a wealth of anecdotal evidence from around 1,300 TRE® Providers and their clients worldwide, including about 120 in the UK. Additionally, there are several academic studies supporting its effectiveness. For a more detailed explanation, you can watch this video by Dr. David Berceli.

TRE® is generally safe for most people as it is designed as a self-help tool. However, if you have a clinical diagnosis, psychiatric condition, or are on medication, please consult your GP first. We also advise against practising TRE® during pregnancy. The key is to feel safe, grounded, and able to self-regulate. When you learn TRE® with me or any Certified TRE® Provider, you'll gain confidence in your practice. Before starting, I ask you to complete a health questionnaire to understand your health background better.

You can learn from a book or by watching the official TRE® video, see below. However, like with many practices, e.g. yoga or Pilates, it's important to get the basics right, understand the process and feel confident and comfortable. Some TRE® clients don't want to start on their own, because they don't know what to expect - that's why I am here, it's my job to guide you through the process, make sure you are feeling safe and grounded and I will hold the space for you. If you've started practising TRE® on your own and don't experience any benefits or find it too intense or overwhelming - consider joining me on a course (https://www.tremendoustre.co.uk/learn-tre)to get the most of your TRE® experience - I really want your TRE® journey to be a good and beneficial one, so you can enjoy using this tool for life. Let's have a chat (https://www.tremendoustre.co.uk/contact)to find out how I can best introduce you to TRE®. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeUioDuJjFI

Definitely NOT! TRE® is a stress release technique - it activates our innate shaking mechanism and relaxes the muscles (where we store tension). That's all. Simple! The beauty is, when we are more relaxed, we are not holding tension and stress in our body, i.e. all these ailments caused by too much tension in our body can be addressed by practising TRE®, e.g. - tension headaches/migraines - neck/shoulder/back pain - teeth grinding - high blood pressure - gastrointestinal issues - sleep disorders - anxiety - irritability - and so much more ...

I encourage you to do the whole set of warm-up exercises in the beginning of your TRE® journey so the practice takes typically about 20 minutes. After a while, your body won't need the whole warm-up sequence anymore and you can simply start with the actual tremoring on the mat. There's no hard rule, but many people tremor for about eight to ten minutes and then add at least two minutes to integrate, i.e. just staying on the mat, relaxing. It's up to you how often you want to practise - it might be daily, it might be every other day or just when you feel you really want to release tension. You'll notice yourself how often you want to practise, the benefits you get and the relaxation and other health benefits you'd like to create in your daily life.

Once you've completed the course, TRE® becomes your lifelong tool, free from dependency on me. However, many participants enjoy post-course meet-ups to maintain their practice. That's why I offer weekly group sessions for all course participants. Practising with others can be a different and enriching experience compared to practising alone.

TRE® is not therapy; it's a self-help tool that empowers you to take control of your health and well-being. TRE® is somatic, meaning your body does the work without talking or analyzing past situations. While many people turn to talking therapies like counselling, CBT, or psychotherapy, it's important to choose what feels right for you. Sometimes, integrating a somatic modality like TRE® can complement cognitive therapy and help untangle stuck situations. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

TRE® has not been evaluated by the US Food & Drug Administration, the American Medical Association or NICE in the UK. 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.