What is it?
TCTSY is a body-based therapy using traditional hatha style-yoga movements.
Why?
“No intervention that takes power away from the survivor can possibly foster her recovery, no matter how much it appears to be in her own best interests” — Judith Herman
Key Research Findings
What do I need to practice TCTSY?
Complete registration
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Internet connection
All practices are conducted via Zoom
Open space
Enough space to reach your arms out and up
Chair and/or yoga mat
Chair with no wheels
Optional props include: Yoga mat or carpet, pillow or bolster, and a towel or blanket.
Optional props include: Yoga mat or carpet, pillow or bolster, and a towel or blanket.
Offerings
Private Practice
1-1 Online Live via Zoom
30 mins for $75
60 mins for $120
60 mins for $120
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Work 1-1
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NDIS clients welcome
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Victims of Crime and other funding options welcome
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Referrals welcome
Group Practice
6-weeks Online Live via Zoom
$189
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Live online sessions
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Practice anywhere that suits you
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Minimal equipment required
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Next start date: Monday May 19th - June 30th (no class June 9th public holiday)
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Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm Melbourne time
Completed the 6-week Series already?
Drop in casually
$25
Foundational Training
Online or In-Person Foundational Trainings (20-hour)
Various offerings
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Suitable for yoga teachers, health professionals and mental health workers
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Online or in-person
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Public or private courses
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Post-workshop mentoring available
Upcoming Courses
Frequently asked questions
How is TCTSY different from "regular" yoga?
The emphasis is not on the yoga "forms", shapes, or stretches themselves, but instead, uses yoga forms as opportunities for choice and decision making around moving or not moving one's body. It is an evidenced-based protocol to help rewire neural connections that have become disrupted from trauma.
TCTSY may look, feel and sound different from a public yoga class at a gym or studio and it may take a few tries to get used to. It often may feel slower to more moderate paced at the start however be assured you can take your preferred options and pace at any time!
TCTSY may look, feel and sound different from a public yoga class at a gym or studio and it may take a few tries to get used to. It often may feel slower to more moderate paced at the start however be assured you can take your preferred options and pace at any time!
Who might TCTSY be suitable for?
TCTSY has been validated for complex trauma but could be suitable for everyBODY.
Some professions that this may benefit include: first responders (fire fighters, police, paramedics), clinicians and healthcare workers, support workers, teachers, lawyers, community workers, carers. Anyone in a caring profession.
TCTSY may help you if you have experienced complex trauma, sexual abuse, loss, post partum, physical injury, or other types of maltreatment or adverse experience.
Some professions that this may benefit include: first responders (fire fighters, police, paramedics), clinicians and healthcare workers, support workers, teachers, lawyers, community workers, carers. Anyone in a caring profession.
TCTSY may help you if you have experienced complex trauma, sexual abuse, loss, post partum, physical injury, or other types of maltreatment or adverse experience.
I'm a therapist and I'd like to refer my client
Thank you for referring to us. Please submit a referral form.
Can I practice in person in Melbourne?
We are currently not taking 1-1 in person bookings as we are at capacity.
Are these sessions online? Do I need to turn my camera on?
The sessions are currently offered online via the Zoom platform. We ask that during the session, you choose whether your camera is on or off however the facilitator will be spotlighted during practice. If you are hoping to connect, we offer time before the session begins and/or right after the session ends to turn your camera on, unmute and connect for a couple of minutes (this is entirely optional).
Is there talking involved?
There is not a processing component to these sessions, which is why we ask that folks have another support system in place when joining.
Is this group therapy?
TCTSY group sessions are not group therapy and participants will not be asked to share trauma histories or to process memories. The facilitator at times may be a clinician however is there to hold the space for experiencing yoga.
Do I have to stay for the whole practice or can I come and go?
No, If you need or want to leave at any point, you are welcome to exit the meeting. You are also welcome to leave the meeting open and mute the sound or step into another room if you would like the option to return later in the practice.
What is the 20-hour Foundational Trauma Sensitive Yoga Training?
This 20hr workshop provides International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) and Yoga Australia (YA) members continuing education credits of 18hrs and 20hrs respectively. Credits may also be available with other professional registration bodies.
This workshop satisfies the pre-requisites to apply for the 300hr Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) Certification Program held annually live online and pre-recorded online from September to April.
This workshop is not intended as an intervention for those who have experienced trauma. Talking about trauma, even in the context of professional training, can be triggering/overwhelming.
Feren is an E-RYT 500, Level 2 Aus Active Instructor and TCTSY licensed trainer. These workshops are run by the Center of Trauma & Embodiment at JRI Yoga Program, and therefore is an official Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Workshop/trainings accredited by JRI & the Director of the Center for Trauma & Embodiment at JRI David Emerson and Jenn Turner.
This workshop satisfies the pre-requisites to apply for the 300hr Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) Certification Program held annually live online and pre-recorded online from September to April.
This workshop is not intended as an intervention for those who have experienced trauma. Talking about trauma, even in the context of professional training, can be triggering/overwhelming.
Feren is an E-RYT 500, Level 2 Aus Active Instructor and TCTSY licensed trainer. These workshops are run by the Center of Trauma & Embodiment at JRI Yoga Program, and therefore is an official Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Workshop/trainings accredited by JRI & the Director of the Center for Trauma & Embodiment at JRI David Emerson and Jenn Turner.
Can I invoice through NDIS or VOCAT?
Possibly!
National Disability insurance Scheme
Self-managed NDIS clients are welcome to utilise TCTSY sessions as part of their personalised plans. For disability support, pricing is guided by the NDIS pricing guidelines, as well as your budget and the type of support offered.
Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal
Sometimes this can be approved through VOCAT application.
Please get in touch and provide your line item number, budget and any other relevant details.
National Disability insurance Scheme
Self-managed NDIS clients are welcome to utilise TCTSY sessions as part of their personalised plans. For disability support, pricing is guided by the NDIS pricing guidelines, as well as your budget and the type of support offered.
Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal
Sometimes this can be approved through VOCAT application.
Please get in touch and provide your line item number, budget and any other relevant details.
I have a physical injury or disability
You are welcome to take choices in all forms that work for your body. You can always choose to stand, sit in a chair or floor, or lay down at anytime to practice regardless of what the facilitator is doing.
TCTSY can be practiced by any BODY including if you have limited mobility, flexibility and/or limbs.
TCTSY can be practiced by any BODY including if you have limited mobility, flexibility and/or limbs.
I need urgent help or need emergency services
ATEC is not a crisis support or referral service. However, useful links and contact details can be found below. If your safety or the safety of others is at risk, contact emergency services on 000.
For other resources, head to our resource page.
For other resources, head to our resource page.
I've already completed the 6-week Trauma Sensitive Yoga Series and want to attend casually.
Once you've completed the intiail 6-week series, you're welcome to drop in casually online. Please book in via:
Rossmoyne Family & Community Center, 19 Beldale Ct, Berwick VIC 3806
enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au
enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au
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