February: A focus on learning

The greatest hazard of all, losing one's self, can occur very quietly in the world, as if it were nothing at all. No other loss can occur so quietly...(S Kierkegaard)

Over the last few months, my focus has been on enhancing my understanding and knowledge in relation to the body and TRE® - a fascinating experience as there is so much to explore. February has been particularly good for this - a welcome distraction from the never-ending rain.

Sensory Pathways

I've been reading a fantastic book this month, 'Sensory Pathways to Healing from Trauma by Ruth Lanius and colleagues. Though this book does not mention TRE® specifically, its content is extremely relevant as it discusses how sensory pathways support healing from trauma by engaging the brain's sensory systems (vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch, proprioception, vestibular, and interoception) through sensory (body-based) interventions. This promotes neuroplasticity - new neural pathways that support recovery through rewiring responses to sensory stimuli to regain a sense of safety.

The book identifies that trauma can lead to a disconnect between the brain and body - a sensory injury that requires a sensory solution to address how individuals process sensory information and respond to the environment. I particularly benefited from the case studies and practical applications described in the 'Bridging to Practice' sections - practical steps to apply in therapy.

Lanius et al. demonstrate that incorporating sensory pathways, for example, through body-based practices such as TRE®, can really help healing. It is interesting to consider how this holistic approach can support people to develop a greater sense of wellbeing.

The book uses illustrative quotes throughout. The following are particularly pertinent:

We do not see things as they are, we see things as we are (A Nin, 1961)

Movement is the song of the body (V Scaravelli, 1991)

Seeing is believing...but feeling is truth (T Fuller, 1732)

Mentoring

Since last May, I have been working with a group of trainee practitioners through the TRE College , led by Steve Haines, in a supervisory and mentoring role. I am super-excited to have now been signed off as a TRE® mentor.

This has been a fantastic experience, allowing me to revisit much of the theory around TRE®, as well as supporting the journey of people who are working to become practitioners; developing their practice through their reading, practising their skills on individual clients and groups and supervision sessions. One important dimension of this has been how it has allowed me to revisit, and add to, my own practice. Teaching others presents so many personal development opportunities in terms of educating clients about TRE® and adapting sessions to individual need. I am so looking forward to hearing how the new practitioners get on as they support others once qualified.

What's next in March

March is already looking busy with workshops, groups and individual sessions. If you are interested in learning TRE®, get in touch by email or through Instagram and we chat about how TRE® might help you.

Kate❤️

Email: kate@trewithkate.co.uk

Instagram: @tre_with_kate