Working somatically with trauma in therapeutic practice
Working somatically with trauma in therapeutic practice
A one-day introduction to working somatically with trauma in therapeutic practice. The workshop explores how trauma is experienced and expressed through the body, and how therapists can work with nervous system responses, body sensations, movement, and regulation in a safe and effective way. The workshop will include teaching, discussion, a live demonstration, and experiential exercises designed to support understanding and application in clinical practice. Suitable for counsellors, psychotherapists, and trainees interested in integrating somatic awareness into their work.
Learning outcomes
- Understand how the nervous system responds to threat and how these responses underpin experiences of trauma, stress, and anxiety.
- Recognise the importance of creating safety within the nervous system as a foundation for effective trauma work.
- Gain practical experience of somatic tracking and pendulation as tools for increasing tolerance of difficult sensations and traumatic material.
Suitable for: Student counsellors, counsellors and counselling supervisors
Trainer
Greg James is a psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, teacher, and author who helps people navigate trauma, stress, and emotional overwhelm through a deeper understanding of the nervous system. He is the founder of the Centre for Somatic Resilience Training, the developer of the StateShift® Model, and author of Why Your Body Speaks and How to Listen, a practical guide to understanding the body's role in stress, trauma, and healing.
Originally from South Africa, Greg spent twenty-five years living and practising in the UK before returning to Cape Town. He now works internationally through therapy, supervision, training, and consultation, supporting both individual clients and organisations. Greg is a Christian and works with Christian ministries and humanitarian organisations seeking to strengthen the resilience and wellbeing of staff serving in challenging environments.
Ticket options
Standard
Non Members cost £65
Members cost £50 (please login to access your discount)
If you have a Counselling organisational membership and would like to book more than one place (you are entitled up to five places at members rate) please click here to complete a request booking form.
Saturday 27th Feb, 2027, 09:30 - 16:00
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Please note that the price specified is for one person. If you are from the same organisation/household, please book separately and use separate devices to join the training.
Please also note we do not offer refunds; in exceptional circumstances, please email office@acc-uk.org (this does not affect your statutory rights).
This training will take place on zoom and will not be recorded.