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The Trauma Resiliency Model™ (TRM®) is a body-based, neuroscience-informed approach to understanding and treating trauma, developed by the Trauma Resource Institute (TRI). It focuses on teaching individuals—both professionals and clients—practical skills for nervous system regulation by helping them become aware of their internal sensations and restore balance after stressful or traumatic experiences. Unlike traditional

This course is intended for qualified and practising mental health professionals who are actively working in the field of counselling, psychology, or social services, and who wish to expand their trauma intervention skills using a body-based, somatic approach. To enroll, participants must hold a relevant tertiary qualification at NQF Level 7 or higher in

Humanitas is not registered with Higher Education and therefore none of our trainings offer a formal qualification. While this course is not accredited by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and does not in itself qualify participants to register with a professional body, it is designed as a continuing professional development (CPD) opportunity for

Our lecturers for this training course include: Dr Barbara Wade; BA (Welfare Science), MA Psychology (Cum Laude), DPhil Social Work (Trauma). Dr Barbara is a Somatic Experiencing™ Practitioner with over 19 years of experience in the field of Trauma. She is a registered social worker and the owner of the Olive Branch Trauma Centre.