Attachment and Somatics
Practitioner Certificate

30-Hour Live Certificate Program, February 7th, 2025 - May 2nd, 2025

“Connection is the currency of well-being. It's the key to emotional resilience and the cornerstone of a healthy, fulfilling life. Secure attachment lays the foundation for our ability to connect deeply with others, fostering trust, empathy, and mutual understanding.”
– WILL REZIN

For Helping Professionals

by Attachment-Trained specialists

Cutting Edge Neuroscience

Evidence-Based Teachings

Experiential Learning

Practical Tools to Support Your Clients
What is Attachment and Somatics?

TOGETHER WE'RE CREATING A SAFE & CONNECTED WORLD.

Join a global community dedicated to creating secure attachments and building a more connected, joyful world.
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Attachment and Somatics is a live, in-depth professional training program designed specifically for helping professionals and caring individuals to deepen their understanding of attachment and somatics, and build the skills necessary for their work with clients who have a history of relational ruptures.

This unique program provides a solid foundation to support your clients through stressful periods of their lives using the simple and often overlooked wisdom inherent in each of us – the wisdom of the body.

How would your practice change if you could deepen your understanding of relational dynamics?

The foundations of human functioning are dependent on building secure connections and managing ruptures with repairs that address core patterns in our lived history. We will expose common blindspots, projections, and reenactments that form core patterns in relationships.

Are you tired of “quick fix” solutions that do not last or get to the core of your clients problems?

We will dive deep into the nature of human relating, so that you and your practice is transformed.

In a world that needs your expertise, there’s never been a better time to become skilled in Somatic Attachment techniques. By moving beyond traditional approaches to incorporating attachment theory, to using somatic based attachment practices, you create a safer and more connected transformational experience for your clients. As attachment theory becomes more widely known and accepted, people are seeking specialists who can guide them in healing attachment wounds, repairing ruptures, and restoring secure relationships.

As coaches, therapists, and facilitators, how can we best support our clients in forming secure attachments and deep connections? If you are passionate about helping your clients cultivate inner strength and resilience so that they can meet whatever life brings their way, Attachment and Somatics is for you.

"Our ability to connect, repair, and nurture secure attachment can transform how we experience relationships and ourselves. Integrating somatic practices with attachment theory allows us to heal deeply rooted attachment wounds and fosters resilience and connection”

— Diane Pool Heller

"Somatic Awarenesses is at the cutting edge… and represents a way to truly empower individuals in their efforts to maintain or restore good health. Somatic awareness constitutes an innate wisdom that people have about their own psychobiological health… Somatic awareness represents the next state of evolution of holistic care.”

— Donald Bakal

Your Trainers

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Kate Appleton, LPC, SEP, TEB has worked as a Special Ed Teacher, Community Counselor, Somatic Coach, & Family Consultant. Kate is a contributing author to the recent manual written for combining Somatic Experiencing® and Safe Sound Protocol in clinical practice. Her work is informed by somatic-based (body-based) approaches to healing that address the intersection of early developmental movement patterns, attachment, early reflexes, traumatology, energy work and archetypal exploration of the narrative.

Kate integrates models such as Somatic Experiencing®, Embodied Recovery, Transforming Touch®, Internal Family Systems, BodyMind Centering, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Polyvagal Theory, Janina Fisher’s Structural Dissociation model, Safe Sound Protocol, SoulCollage®, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and “DARe” (Dynamic Attachment Re-patterning experience) with creative expressive art therapies. Kate values the inclusion of Embodied Presence, Karmic Astrology, inviting connections to our Soul, Compassionate Centering Prayer, and Spiritual Emergence.

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Will Rezin is a leading expert in the field of personal development with a focus on trauma education and somatics. Will has a unique approach that combines somatic practices, early developmental movement theory, esoteric philosophy and trauma theory with traditional coaching methods. He's the co-founder of Trauma and Somatics where he trains practitioners to become trauma-informed, and the co-founder of The truth. Foundation where he and his co-founder, David Gonzalez, are on a mission to End Trauma.

Over the past 18 years, Will has immersed himself in studying human development through the lens of culture, psychology, biology, physiology, mysticism, myth and behavioral change. He is trained in Somatic Experiencing®, Core Energy Leadership Coaching, Karmic Astrology, Jungian Archetypal Psychology, Ericksonian Hypnosis, Amazonian Shamanism and much more. Will integrates a multitude of therapeutic models into his work with clients and his teaching with students. 

An Integrative Approach

Trauma and Somatics is facilitated by experts in a variety of holistic healing modalities including:
  • Somatic Experiencing®
  • Applied Neuroscience
  • Applied Polyvagal Theory
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Somatic-Based Attachment Theory
  • Jungian Archetypal Psychology + Shadow Work
  • Vajrayana Buddhism
  • Esoteric Mysticism
  • Dance and Movement Therapy
  • Amazonian Shamanism
  • Yogic Philosophy
Let's Create a Trauma-Informed World, Together.
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An Integrative Approach

Attachment and Somatics is facilitated by experts in holistic healing modalities including:
  • Somatic Experiencing®
  • Bodymind Centering
  • Applied Polyvagal Theory
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Somatic-Based Attachment Theory
  • Jungian Archetypal Psychology + Shadow Work
  • Vajrayana Buddhism
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Psychodrama
  • Transforming Touch
  • “DARe” (Dynamic Attachment Re-patterning experience)
Let's Create a Securely Connected World, Together.
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Training Overview

Attachment and Somatics is a 30-hour certificate training which includes: 12 live training classes (three hours each) over 12-weeks (Monday’s from 11-2pm ET), 8 self-study modules of training materials, and private virtual community space for additional learning and support.

LESSON 1
Early Pioneers of Attachment

This lesson covers the work of early attachment theorists like John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth. Their research highlighted the crucial connection between caregivers and infants, laying the foundation for understanding how these early relationships impact emotional and psychological development.

LESSON 2
Somatic Movement Cycles

Explore the concept of somatic movement cycles, essential for the body's natural tension release and self-regulation. Participants will learn how rhythmic, intuitive movements can restore balance, enhance body awareness, and support emotional resilience.

LESSON 3
Boundaries: Differentiation & Clarity

This lesson focuses on the importance of boundaries in personal development and relationships. It emphasizes differentiation—understanding and maintaining the distinction between oneself and others. Learn to assert your needs and maintain personal integrity in personal and professional interactions.

LESSON 4
Ruptures & Barriers Creating Defenses

Investigate the impact of emotional ruptures and the formation of defensive barriers. This lesson explores how these experiences create lasting imprints and influence behavioral patterns, providing strategies to identify and transform these responses for healthier relationships.

LESSON 5
Shadow Influences

Analyze the shadow influences that shape relational dynamics, including hierarchy, authority, power, and control. This lesson helps participants understand how these factors manifest in relationships and provides methods to bring awareness and balance to these dynamics.

LESSON 6
Tracking Family Reenactments

Explore recurring patterns and roles within family systems, known as family reenactments. Understand how these dynamics are repeated in current relationships and gain tools to track, analyze, and transform these patterns for personal and relational growth.

LESSON 7
The Dance of Intimacy

Examine the interplay of closeness and distance in intimate relationships. Learn techniques to navigate the dynamics of vulnerability and connection, enhancing your capacity for deep, supportive, and mutually satisfying relationships.

LESSON 8
Repair & Restoration: Secure Relations Heal Our World

Understand the potential of healing, creating secure relationships. This lesson focuses on how we can repair ruptures in relationships, contributing to individual well-being and societal health. Learn practical steps to cultivate Compassion, Forgiveness, Tolerance with Boundaries, and Interpersonal Effectiveness sustaining secure relationships.

"The attachment system is an integral part of our human nature, influencing our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions throughout our lives. Secure attachment provides a safe haven and a secure base from which individuals can explore the world and develop a sense of self. The quality of early relationships serves as a template for future relationships, influencing our expectations and patterns of relating to others. Secure attachment fosters the development of emotional regulation skills, allowing individuals to cope with stress and regulate their emotions effectively”

— John Bowlby

Created For Helping Professionals

This Attachment and Somatics Certificate Program is a complete holistic professional training system designed for individuals and professionals who want to offer safe, attachment based somatic interventions for their clients, including, but not limited to:

  • Physicians (DO, MD, ND, PhD, DC & others) & Physician Assistants
  • Hypnotherapists
  • Acupuncturists
  • NLP Practitioners
  • Yoga Teachers
  • Mental Health Advocates
  • Coaches
  • Therapists
  • Mindfulness Practitioners
  • Psychologists
  • Bodyworkers & Massage Therapists
  • Movement Practitioners (Ecstatic Dance, 5 Rhythms, Qi Gong, etc)
  • Educators
  • Social Workers
  • Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
  • Psychedelic Therapists & Facilitators
  • Emergency Medical Personnel
  • Transformational Event Producers
  • Physicians (DO, MD, ND, PhD, DC & others) & Physician Assistants
  • Hypnotherapists
  • Acupuncturists
  • NLP Practitioners
  • Yoga Teachers
  • Mental Health Advocates
  • Coaches
  • Therapists
  • Mindfulness Practitioners
  • Psychologists
  • Bodyworkers & Massage Therapists
  • Movement Practitioners (Ecstatic Dance, 5 Rhythms, Qi Gong, etc)
  • Educators
  • Social Workers
  • Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
  • Psychedelic Therapists & Facilitators
  • Emergency Medical Personnel
  • Transformational Event Producers
Let's Create a Safer World, Together.
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Reviews

What Our Students Are Saying

  • I feel incredibly lucky to have found Kate! My expectations were greatly exceeded! Even though we met virtually, I felt supported emotionally through our weekly meetings as well as through email check ins. Engaging in this mentoring experience has greatly increased my confidence, has provided practical and relatable resources and ideas and has given my nervous system more capacity!
    Faye Fraser
    Clinical Social Worker
  • I knew I needed someone that had the depth of wisdom and experience to truly meet me where I was at and was so relieved to have found that in Kate. In such a short space of time I felt seen, heard and believed in a way that cannot be forced or faked. She is a gifted mentor with a holistic approach to supporting people as entire beings and she does this all with a breath of kind-hearted humour.
    Matt Augustyn
    SEP
    Bodywork
  • Kate offered me a safe space in which to “rediscover all aspects of myself” and explore the various parts of my “inner family that were either too dominant and or not being acknowledged. She has been one of the most influential and authentic “guides” I have had the privilege of working with…and I have worked with many profound masters for more than 30 years
    Richard Lunber
    Spiritual Life Coach and Personal Development Coach
    "Attachment relationships are fundamental to our development and well-being. By observing and working with the body, we can uncover the somatic narratives that hold the imprints of our early attachment experiences. This awareness allows us to address and heal these patterns, fostering secure attachments and healthier relationships.”
    — Pat Ogden, Founder of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy 

    What You'll Learn

    ✓ Help your clients navigate stress and regulate their nervous systems

    ✓ Add somatic practices to your professional skills

    ✓ Confidently offer attachment focused workshops, trainings, client care, curriculum, and coaching programs

    ✓ Grow your practice by mastering the most fundamental coaching skill – self-regulation

    ✓ Apply evidence-based coaching skills that are backed by cutting-edge neuroscience

    ✓ Discover how the body provides a direct gateway to accurate self understanding

    ✓ Become a safer practitioner with this unique approach to helping people at your fingertips

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    Training Logistics

    Live Classes:

    Mondays via Zoom from 8 - 11am PT / 10 - 1pm CT / 11 - 2pm ET

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    All live classes are recorded and students will receive access to all course materials.

    Self-Paced Modules:

    There are 8 self-study modules released weekly on Tuesdays throughout the training. Each module contains written lessons to prepare you for the follow week's class.

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    Upcoming Class Dates & Times:

    Begins FEBRUARY 7th, 2025

    Ends MAY 2nd, 2025

    Mondays

    11:00am - 2:00pm U.S. Eastern

    Homework + Reading:

    Homework will be due weekly to enhance your learning experience. Homework submissions are required to receive your Certificate of Completion. There is also one book that is required to read during the training.

    Certificate Requirements:

    To receive your certificate of completion, you must meet the following requirements:

    • Attend every class live or watch the recordings
    • Complete the weekly homework (given at the end of each live class)
    • Complete the self-study modules
    • Submit your Homework + Attendance documentation every Sunday

    How to Register:

    To join the next class of Attachment + Somatics, you may pay by choosing one of the three payment options — full payment, a two part monthly payment plan, or three part payment plan, when available. Once you make your payment and register, you will receive a welcome email with access to your materials for the certificate program.

    Training Fees:

    We offer three different pricing options, each based on financial need and economic standing. If you have the ability to pay the full price, we ask that you do so. This will enable us to provide access for others who cannot.
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    Register in Three Simple Steps

    STEP 1
    Choose Your Payment Option

    Choose your payment option, click 'join the program', then enter your payment details to secure your spot.

    STEP 2
    Make Your Payment

    To join the upcoming round of Attachment + Somatics, make your first payment on the payment page.

    STEP 3
    Join the Community

    Once you’ve made your payment, follow the instructions in your confirmation email to join the online community.
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    Pricing Plans

    We offer multiple payment choices with options for varying financial demographics.

    Choose the monthly or single payment
    option below

    Monthly
    Single Payment
    Supporting InclusionFor individuals who have ample financial means and wish to help others gain access to resources that would otherwise be unavailable to them.
    $775

    per month, for 2 months
    *Additional financing options available through Klarna, Affirm and afterpay (as low as $72/mo) in North America and some European countries

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    Features

    • Join us LIVE for Education, Q&A, Exercises & Supervision

      8 Video Replays of Group Classes over 9 weeks

      Weekly Educational Resources to Deepen Your Learning

      Access to a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Equitable ParticipationFor those who have the financial ability and are prepared to invest in a valuable experience.
    $625

    per month, for 2 months
    *Additional financing options available through Klarna, Affirm and afterpay (as low as $61/mo) in North America and some European countries

    Join the Program
    Features

    • Join us LIVE for Education, Q&A, Exercises & Supervision

      8 Video Replays of Group Classes over 9 weeks

      Weekly Educational Resources to Deepen Your Learning

      Access to a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Community-AssistedFor those with financial constraints or living in countries with unfavorable currency exchanges, who can benefit from community-assisted access.
    $525

    per month, for 2 months
    *Additional financing options available through Klarna, Affirm and afterpay (as low as $63/mo) in North America and some European countries

    Join the Program
    Features

    • Join us LIVE for Education, Q&A, Exercises & Supervision

      8 Video Replays of Group Classes over 9 weeks

      Weekly Educational Resources to Deepen Your Learning

      Access to a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Supporting InclusionFor individuals who have ample financial means and wish to help others gain access to resources that would otherwise be unavailable to them.
    $1,497

    One Time Payment
    *Additional financing options available through Klarna, Affirm and afterpay (as low as $77/mo) in North America and some European countries

    Join the Program
    Features

    • Join us LIVE for Education, Q&A, Exercises & Supervision

      8 Video Replays of Group Classes over 9 weeks

      Weekly Educational Resources to Deepen Your Learning

      Access to a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Equitable ParticipationFor those who have the financial ability and are prepared to invest in a valuable experience.
    $1,197

    One Time Payment
    *Additional financing options available through Klarna, Affirm and afterpay (as low as $61/mo) in North America and some European countries

    Join the Program
    Features

    • Join us LIVE for Education, Q&A, Exercises & Supervision

      8 Video Replays of Group Classes over 9 weeks

      Weekly Educational Resources to Deepen Your Learning

      Access to a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Community-AssistedFor those with financial constraints or living in countries with unfavorable currency exchanges, who can benefit from community-assisted access.
    $997

    One Time Payment
    *Additional financing options available through Klarna, Affirm and afterpay (as low as $63/mo) in North America and some European countries

    Join the Program
    Features

    • Join us LIVE for Education, Q&A, Exercises & Supervision

      8 Video Replays of Group Classes over 9 weeks

      Weekly Educational Resources to Deepen Your Learning

      Access to a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Bonus #1: Certificate of Completion

    Receive your printable digital Attachment + Somatics Certificate of Completion simply by completing all of the lessons in the course within the program dates.

    Receive your printable digital Trauma + Somatics Certificate of Completion simply by completing all of the lessons in the course within the program dates.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    While this program is designed for helping professionals who are actively working with clients, caring humans of any kind are welcome to join.

    Disclaimer

    To promote good professional practice, you are advised to use this training within the boundaries of your professional expertise. While Trauma + Somatics provides the knowledge of stress and trauma physiology, it is designed as continued education and is therefore not a substitute for a professional training program, such as a coaching certification. We recommend you receive foundational training in your chosen area of professional development before joining the program.
    Trauma + Somatics is not a substitute for medical or psychological services of any kind. The information provided inside the course is meant for educational purposes and is not intended to treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure disease. By joining the program, you are affirming that you are emotionally stable, in sound psychological health, and personally responsible for all of your own decisions and commitments. The founders of Trauma + Somatics are not responsible for any decisions made as a result of the program.
    To promote good professional practice, you are advised to use this training within the boundaries of your professional expertise and scope of practice. While Trauma and Somatics provides the knowledge of relational dynamics and somatic attachment foundations, it is designed as a continuing education training and is therefore not a substitute for a professional training program, such as a coaching certification, massage therapy training program, psychology degree, doctoral program, etc. We recommend you receive foundational training in your chosen area of professional development before joining the program.
    Trauma and Somatics trainings are not a substitute for medical or psychological services of any kind. The information provided inside the course is meant for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure disease. By joining the program, you are affirming that you are emotionally stable, in sound psychological health, and personally responsible for all of your own decisions and commitments. The founders of Trauma and Somatics are not responsible for any decisions made as a result of the training program.