TRE® (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) Program
Healing Through Natural Body Wisdom

What is TRE®?
     TRE® is a simple yet powerful series of exercises that help the body release deep tension and stress. Developed by Dr. David Berceli, TRE® activates a natural shaking mechanism that helps calm the nervous system and promote healing from stress, tension, and trauma.

     TRE® is safe, accessible, and can be practiced by anyone—regardless of physical ability. The exercises can be done lying down, sitting, or standing, making them ideal for people with disabilities.

How Does TRE® Work?
     Through a series of gentle exercises, TRE® activates the body's natural tremoring response. This shaking helps release tension held deep in the muscles and nervous system—tension that often builds up from:

• Daily stress and worry
• Past difficult experiences
• Physical pain or limitations
• Feelings of isolation or sadness
• Natural disasters and emergencies

     The shaking is not something you force—it happens naturally once the body feels safe enough to let go.

Our TRE® Initiatives     We organized the first TRE® session for deaf youth aged 14-16, supported by sign language interpreters and adapted instruction. TRE® is especially meaningful for disabled youth who have little access to relaxation and emotional release techniques.
     One participant shared: "This is the first time I feel my body naturally relax like that. It feels so new, I want to practice more!"
     Through accessible adaptations, we're ensuring that healing practices reach everyone, regardless of communication style or physical ability.
Multiplying Impact: Training Community Facilitators
     We've trained 6 new TRE® Community Facilitators from 3 regions across Vietnam, including Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Through two intensive 10-day modules, these facilitators gained practical experience guiding diverse groups—from hotel employees and students to visually impaired individuals, physically disabled community members, and children.
     This train-the-trainer approach ensures TRE® spreads sustainably throughout Vietnam, with local facilitators bringing healing practices to their own communities in culturally appropriate ways.

Widespread Community Wellness: TRE® Across Vietnam
     We provide regular TRE® workshops throughout Vietnam—in the North, Central, and Southern regions—raising awareness about mental health and teaching people how to use TRE® safely in daily life to reduce stress.
     Our workshops welcome all community members—enterprises, students, INGO staff, local charity organizations, and the general public. Through partnerships with community spaces and businesses, we're creating accessible venues where anyone can learn these life-changing practices.

Benefits of TRE®

• Better, deeper sleep
• Reduced pain in shoulders, legs, and back
• More relaxed muscles
• Improved breathing
• More stable blood pressure

• Less worry and fear
• Reduced feelings of sadness and loneliness
• Greater sense of calm
• More positive outlook on life
• Feeling more connected to others

• Stronger connections with community
• Reduced feelings of isolation
• More confidence to participate in group activities
• Sense of belonging and support

Why TRE® Works for People with Disabilities
TRE® is particularly beneficial for people with disabilities because:

• It's adaptable – exercises can be modified for any physical ability
• It's empowering – participants learn to help themselves
• It addresses isolation – group sessions create connection and belonging
• It's affordable – once learned, it can be practiced at home for free
• It's non-invasive – no talking about painful experiences required
• It builds hope – many participants report unexpected improvements

Our Impact
     CORMIS has brought TRE® to over 260 people in Central Vietnam, including:

• People with disabilities
• Women with disabilities in rural communities
• Healthcare workers
• International students and expats
• Community organizations
• Disaster-affected communities

     We have trained 7 Community Facilitators, including people with disabilities, who now share TRE® with their own communities—creating a ripple effect of healing across Central Vietnam.

Join Our TRE® Programs
CORMIS offers regular TRE® sessions and training programs. Whether you are seeking personal healing, want to support your community, or wish to become a certified TRE® Community Facilitator, we welcome you.
Contact us to learn more about upcoming TRE® sessions and training opportunities.