The Tension Release Experience: TRE®
Grounded. Connected. Transformed.
Stress doesn’t just live in your mind - it anchors in your body.
TRE® (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) is a powerful, evidence-based practice developed by Dr. David Berceli more than 20 years ago. This method activates the body’s innate mechanism to release stored tension, overwhelm, and chronic stress. TRE® rebalances your nervous system both gently and naturally.
In a world that constantly asks you to push through, TRE® gives you permission - and a method - to let go.
What is TRE®?
TRE® is your body’s built‑in stress monitor. Through a simple sequence of movements, you trigger a natural tremor reflex…think of it as your muscles doing a gentle shiver to flush out years of built‑up tension and trauma. No heavy lifting, no magic potions, just your own physiology doing the work.
Why Try TRE®?
Break free from anxiety, & panic attacks
Release chronic stress
Ease headaches, joint pain & tightness
Bounce back from job burnout & overwhelm
Sleep deeper and wake up recharged
Calm anger, PTSD/C‑PTSD, & past‑trauma
Rebalance your nervous system steadily
A Brief History of TRE®
Developed in the early ’90s by Dr. David Berceli, TRE® was born from war zones and disaster relief. Observing how animals instinctively tremor after trauma, Berceli crafted a series of gentle, guided exercises that safely activate your body’s innate shake‑reflex, flushing out held tension, rewiring your nervous system, and rebooting resilience.
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Independent TRE® Offerings
PRIVATE: In-person or Virtual Single Session or Take Home Tool Pkg: 5 sessions
PRIVATE GROUP: 3-6 ppl In-person only. Space negotiable/client provided. Within 25 miles of Grand Rapids, MI
EMPLOYEE WELLNESS:4-week, 1 hour TRE® session at workplace. Weekly lunchtime 4- week courses are also available.
WHAT THEY‘RE SAYING…
"Experiencing TRE® with Kathleen was amazing! The stomach pains from stress I arrived with went away after our session, and have not returned. I also feel more present in my body and calmer after each session. Kathleen is well-trained and keeps her people safe and regulated. I am looking forward to my next session!"
~Heidi K., Massage Therapist
~Retired Navy SEAL talks about TRE®
"TRE® is an amazing method. I had my doubts going in - but they faded away with Kathleen's positive instruction. The shaking was easily regulated and after it I felt a tremendous amount of stress relief. I was perhaps a bit emotional as well yet felt calm the rest of the day of our session. Happy I chose the take home tool so that this can be my go-to stress relief method for the rest of my life. Thanks Kathleen!"
~ Katelyn
OPPORTUNITIES WITH TRE®
As a Certified Global TRE® Provider, Kathleen Johnson offers this unique stress management technique in-person or virtually for:
Wellness programs
Retreats
Workshops
Employee Onboarding
Private sessions
TRE® is currently being implemented in employee onboarding and mental health initiatives for agencies such as the NYCFD, VA hospitals, our United States military, and organizational workplace teams.
TRE® can be incorporated into most StoneCold Comeback resilience programs. It is adaptive for a sitting audience easily, or can be a floor exercise based on participants needs.
Check out our global community and more on Dr. David Berceli at www.treglobel.org
WHO’S DOING TRE®?
Professionals
Leaders
Parents
Military
Teachers
First Responders
Healthcare Teams
NYC Fire Dept.
Families
Therapists
Athletes
Veterans
Teens & Kids
Natural Disaster Affected Community Members
40 COUNTRIES
1500 PROVIDERS+
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20+ YEARS IN OPERATION
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40 COUNTRIES 1500 PROVIDERS+ 〰️ 20+ YEARS IN OPERATION 〰️