Master Trauma-Informed Care:

Transform Your Practice & Guide Clients to Resilience

35-Hour Certificate Program, May 2nd - July 25th, 2025

A neuroscience-backed, somatic training designed to help you navigate trauma responses with confidence, integrity, and impact.

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Recognize trauma responses in the moment

Guide clients through emotional overwhelm

Foster deep, lasting change

Ever feel like your sessions hit a wall, with clients stuck in the same patterns?

It’s frustrating—for you and for them. Trauma is often the invisible force holding them back, yet many practitioners lack the tools to respond effectively.

Too often, practitioners face clients immobilized by unprocessed trauma but lack the skills to respond effectively. Without trauma-informed tools, you might sidestep these barriers or overreach your role, leading to disconnection, burnout, and missed opportunities for growth. Clients remain unseen, and you’re left grappling with the limits of your craft.
When you aren’t trained in trauma-informed approaches, it’s easy to unknowingly miss the cues of a dysregulated nervous system. You might over-rely on talk-based tools or push clients faster than their bodies are ready for. Instead of creating breakthroughs, sessions stall—or even retraumatize.

You feel under-resourced, second-guess your methods, and start to wonder: Am I even making a difference?

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Trauma & Somatics Practitioner Training

35-Hour Certificate Program, May 2nd - July 25th, 2025

The Trauma and Somatics Practitioner Training is an immersive journey for coaches, therapists, and wellness practitioners. Rooted in Somara’s vision of the body as oracle, it equips you with somatic tools to navigate trauma responses ethically. Through experiential learning, mentorship, and nervous system attunement, you’ll cultivate the presence to guide clients—and yourself—home to resilience and integration.

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Trauma leaves profound emotional and physiological scars, affecting over 70% of adults worldwide.

Research in the Journal of Traumatic Stress ties unresolved trauma to increased risks of anxiety, depression, and PTSD, with long-term effects including chronic stress and physical health decline. The American Psychological Association further notes that early trauma, such as abuse, accelerates biological aging, emphasizing its deep developmental impact.

Yet, many practitioners lack the skills to address trauma effectively. A Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology meta-analysis found that 20% of therapy clients drop out early, often dissatisfied with their therapist’s approach or progress. This gap highlights the urgent need for trauma-informed expertise.

The Trauma and Somatics Practitioner Training meets this need with evidence-based frameworks like Polyvagal Theory and Somatic Experiencing®.

Backed by extensive research, these methods equip practitioners to help clients regulate their nervous systems, process trauma responses, and restore resilience. This training ensures you can deliver impactful, lasting results, reducing client dropout and enhancing outcomes.

This training uniquely blends small-group mentorship, experiential somatic learning, and a trauma-informed toolkit, equipping you to address trauma responses with confidence and integrity. Unlike broad, detached programs, Somara offers intimate guidance from seasoned facilitators and a resonant community, ensuring you gain practical, ethical skills rooted in the body’s wisdom.

What if you had the tools to navigate even the toughest moments and guide your clients toward real breakthroughs?

Here’s the thing: trauma can be the invisible force holding your clients back. Research shows that unresolved trauma can cause emotional triggers, self-sabotage, and chronic stress. It disrupts their ability to grow and leaves you wondering how to help.

That’s where our Trauma and Somatics Practitioner Training comes in. This isn’t just another certification. It’s a game-changer, built to give you the tools, confidence, and skills to: 

  • Recognize trauma responses in the moment—and know exactly what to do.
  • Guide clients through emotional overwhelm—without stepping out of your scope.
  • Foster deep, lasting change—helping clients build resilience and move forward.
We built this program to bridge the gap between theory and practice. It’s grounded in cutting-edge research like Polyvagal Theory and Somatic Experiencing®, combined with hands-on learning. Think practical tools you can use immediately, not just concepts to store away for later.

What makes this training different?

Small-group mentorship

Receive tailored guidance from embodied facilitators.

Somatic practice library

Access ready-to-use scripts and audios for clients.

Role-playing scenarios

Gain hands-on skills to address trauma triggers.

Case study reviews

Apply insights to real, complex client needs.

Self-paced modules

Learn flexibly, honoring your rhythm.

Peer community

Thrive in a network of embodied practitioners.

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This is for you if…

  • You’re a helping professional (therapist, coach, bodyworker, or wellness practitioner) eager to support clients through trauma with practical, science-backed tools.
  • You want to recognize trauma responses in real time and guide clients toward resilience without stepping outside your scope of practice.
  • You’re passionate about integrating evidence-based frameworks like Polyvagal Theory into your work.
  • You want to learn the secret to tracking body language and nervous system states.
  • You value hands-on learning, including role-playing scenarios, case studies, and a library of somatic tools you can use immediately.
  • You’re committed to creating a safe, ethical space for clients to process trauma and build emotional regulation.
  • You’re looking for small-group mentorship and a supportive peer community to grow your confidence and skills as a practitioner.

This is NOT for you if…

  • You’re chasing the next quick fix to “release trauma”
  • You’re looking for a quick certification without engaging in experiential, hands-on learning.
  • You’re not interested in somatic practices or the body’s role in trauma healing.
  • You prefer a purely theoretical approach without practical, real-world application.
  • You’re unwilling to reflect on your own presence and emotional awareness as part of the training.
  • You’re not committed to supporting clients through trauma in a safe, trauma-informed way.

Here’s why practitioners love this training:

  • It’s backed by science. Studies show that trauma-informed care improves outcomes, including better emotional regulation and stronger client resilience.
  • It’s built for action. You’ll practice real-world scenarios, review case studies, and gain tools you can use right away.
  • It’s flexible. With self-paced modules and expert mentorship, this training fits into your life and evolves with your practice.
One coach shared this after completing the program: “For the first time, I feel confident handling the tough moments. My clients trust me more, and the breakthroughs we’ve seen are incredible.”

 This isn’t just about helping your clients—it’s about transforming your practice and your confidence as a practitioner. Imagine walking into every session ready for anything, knowing you can create a safe space for change.

If you’re ready to elevate your work and see your clients thrive, join the Trauma and Somatics Practitioner Training today. Spots fill fast—don’t wait.
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Pricing Options

Single Payment

$ 3,000 One-time fee
  • BONUS #1: Earn a Certificate of Completion
  • BONUS #2: Printable Personal Journal
  • BONUS #3: Private Community Access
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3-Part Payment

$ 1,100 Monthly x 3
  • BONUS #1: Earn a Certificate of Completion
  • BONUS #2: Printable Personal Journal
  • BONUS #3: Private Community Access
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Extended Payment Plan

Closes 1 month before training begins
$ 825 Monthly x 4
  • BONUS #1: Earn a Certificate of Completion
  • BONUS #2: Printable Personal Journal
  • BONUS #3: Private Community Access
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Register in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1:
Submit your Application

Answer a few simple questions to determine if this program is the right fit for you.

Step 2:
Make Your Payment

Once you have been accepted into the upcoming round of Trauma + Somatics, make your first payment.

Step 3:
Register to Get Started

Once you’ve made your payment, follow the instructions in your confirmation email to join the online learning portal.

Training Logistics

Live Classes

Tuesdays via Zoom from 12 – 3pm PT / 2 – 5pm CT / 3 – 6pm ET

Click here to check your local Time Zone.

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

Self-Paced Modules

There are 6 self-study modules released bi-weekly on Sundays throughout the training. Each module contains audio lessons, guided somatic meditations, and full-color workbooks.

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 Monday
  • Receive 85% or higher on the end of course quiz

Upcoming Class Dates & Times

  • May 2nd - July 25th, 2025
  • Tuesdays, 3:00pm - 6:00pm U.S. Eastern
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Meet your Trainers

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. 

Geoff Cox is a certified Integral Professional Coach™, a licensed acupuncturist, and a somatic trauma bodyworker. He has spent the last decade studying adult development, interpersonal neurobiology, holistic medicine, somatically-oriented trauma resolution, spiritual development, human attachment, and the science of resilience. Geoff worked at Wakefield Wellness in Massachusetts before founding The Yellow Door, an integrative wellness center in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2015. He currently works in Charlottesville and coaches clients around the world over Zoom.

Geoff has taught mindful communication and embodied leadership at the University of Virginia for the past eight years. While at UVA he created and facilitated three courses: “Meditation Peer Leadership,” “Mindful Facilitation & Leadership,” and “Nature & Mindfulness.” He also teaches Qi Gong classes and leads workshops and retreats on mindfulness and emotional resilience for UVA students, faculty, and staff.

Geoff is a certified Integral Facilitator™ who leads retreats and workshops about trauma-informed meditation and conflict transformation around the country.  He also trains facilitators around the country in leading a practice called Social Meditation, which explores bringing the wisdom of the meditative traditions into how we create relationships and culture. He trained in a Tibetan Buddhist Lineage for over 15 years and has taught in that tradition for six years.

Natasha Pampin is an Argentine-American trauma-trained Mental Health and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner based in NYC. Natasha’s mission is to deliver ethical, trauma-trained care to individuals from diverse backgrounds and aid activists in achieving sustainable impact while prioritizing their well-being.

She co-founded Ambientate, an environmental NGO, and spearheaded the first Good Pitch event in Latin America with support from The Sundance Film Institute and Britdoc Foundation.

Natasha has studied ontological coaching, focusing, mindfulness practices, and indigenous shamanic practices.

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.
This training is currently 100% virtual. There will be 10 live classes hosted through Zoom.us (Tuesday’s at 3pm ET) and 5+ hours of pre-recorded learning material released bi-weekly. You will also be given additional integration options, including weekly homework, personal journaling, and reading/video resources.
Trauma and Somatics is a live 12-week training program that takes place from May 2nd – July 25th, 2025.
Yes! We run three virtual trainings each year, beginning in January, May, and September, If you would like to register early for an upcoming training, please send us an email here.
The investment for the all-inclusive live 3-month training certificate is $3,000 USD when paid in full, or three monthly payments of $1,100 USD. Please note we cannot accommodate exchange rate differences if you are outside the US. To apply for financial aid or learn more about our scholarship options, please see our financial aid page here.
The ten live training classes are held via Zoom on Tuesday’s from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern US (check your local time zone here). The live class dates for the upcoming cohort are: 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, and 7/22.
Due to the emergent and experiential nature of somatic work, we have included 10 live virtual classes in addition to the 6 self-study modules. These classes will include interactive skills-based learning sessions, live exercise demos, Q+A, supervision, and more.
Live attendance of the interactive classes is highly recommended for you to benefit fully from the course.
We suggest committing at least 4-hours a week to the training to listen to the modules, practice the somatic exercises you will learn, attend/watch the live classes, and do your daily journaling.
This is a group training program, so all contact and support will be within the live classes and the private online community space. However, you will have plenty of opportunities to interact with your teachers and receive personalized support.
Trauma and Somatics is a professional training organization, and, as such, is not focused on personal healing. If you are interested in working with a trauma-trained professional, we recommend visiting the Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner Directory and finding a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner in your local area. If you are interested in working with one of our facilitators, we have a waiting list that you may request to be added to by sending us an email here.
No, while this course is focused primarily on professional development, there is currently no industry-standard trauma-informed certification. We do however take this work seriously and encourage our students to complete the entire program by offering a Certificate of Completion.
CEU’s are not available at this time.
Yes!

For each cohort, we offer a handful of 25% and 50% financial aid, with payment plan options.

We also offer financial aid for individuals from developing countries.

If you would like to apply for financial aid, please apply here . You will be added to the scholarship waitlist and receive an email with more details as soon as the application process is open.
Please visit our Cancellation and Refund Policy page.
Send us a message here and we will gladly answer any questions you have.

Bonuses

bonus #1:

Certificate of Completion

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

bonus #2:

Personal Journal

You will receive a printable personal journal to use both during the course and long after its completion to track your daily progress and deepen somatic awareness.
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Ready to transform how you support clients through trauma?

Enroll in the Trauma and Somatics Practitioner Training today. Spaces are limited. Claim your spot and begin this sacred return to embodied impact.

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