Somatic Experiencing® Beginning Level:
Build the Foundation for Trauma Healing
Start your journey into Somatic Experiencing and gain the essential skills to work with trauma safely and effectively.
Learn how to support nervous system regulation, release stored stress, and empower your clients on their path to healing.
changing the future of trauma therapy
Somatic Experiencing®:
A Breakthrough in Trauma Healing
Somatic Experiencing® (SE) is transforming the way we understand and treat trauma. Developed by Dr. Peter A. Levine, SE introduces a groundbreaking, body-centered approach that goes beyond traditional talk therapy. By working directly with the nervous system, SE helps individuals process trauma without retraumatization, restoring resilience and balance naturally.
ITI Israel – The Official Somatic Experiencing® Training Provider
ITI Israel is the sole officially recognized provider of Somatic Experiencing® (SE) training in Israel, accredited by Somatic Experiencing® International (SEI). As the only acknowledged training institute, we offer the most comprehensive and structured SE curriculum, ensuring that our students receive professional, high-standard education aligned with the global SE framework. Our courses are designed for therapists and practitioners who seek to master trauma healing with the highest level of expertise.
Prerequisites for Beginning Somatic Experiencing® Training
This course is designed for professionals seeking to expand their expertise in trauma healing and nervous system regulation. Somatic Experiencing® (SE) provides a transformative framework for understanding how trauma is stored in the body and how it can be resolved through physiological processes. SE is widely used by mental health professionals, medical practitioners, bodyworkers, educators, and trauma specialists to support individuals recovering from stress, PTSD, and chronic dysregulation.
To ensure participants have the best learning experience, we recommend a foundational understanding of trauma-informed care and therapeutic principles. Prior experience in a clinical or therapeutic setting is beneficial, but the training is also open to professionals seeking to integrate SE into their work. The program encourages both personal and professional development, helping students build resilience, deepen self-awareness, and cultivate essential skills for working with trauma in a safe and effective manner.
Psychology Mental Health
Gain a deeper understanding of trauma responses, nervous system dysregulation, and somatic healing approaches. SE helps mental health professionals support clients experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders by addressing the body’s physiological state.
Counseling Social Work
Learn how to integrate body-based interventions into therapy sessions, offering clients a holistic healing approach. SE provides counselors and social workers with tools to enhance emotional regulation, resolve trauma patterns, and support clients in developing greater resilience.
Therapeutic Bodywork Professions
Massage therapists, physical therapists, and somatic practitioners can apply SE techniques to release stored tension in the body and help clients restore balance. SE training offers hands-on skills that complement manual therapies and movement-based practices.
Medical Healthcare Professions
Doctors, nurses, and holistic health practitioners benefit from SE’s trauma-informed approach to patient care. Understanding how trauma manifests in the body allows for more compassionate, effective treatment strategies in medical and wellness settings.
Education Coaching
SE principles support emotional regulation, stress management, and resilience-building for professionals working in education, coaching, and leadership roles. Learn how nervous system awareness fosters greater connection, communication, and personal development in students and clients.
Build a Strong Foundation in Trauma Healing with Somatic Experiencing®
The Beginning Level of Somatic Experiencing® (SE) training introduces core principles of trauma resolution, focusing on nervous system regulation, sensory awareness, and the physiology of stress responses. Through three immersive live training modules, participants will develop essential skills to identify, track, and support the release of stored trauma. This training is designed for professionals looking to integrate SE techniques into their practice while enhancing their ability to work with stress, PTSD, and chronic trauma symptoms.
- Trauma & the Nervous System – Understand how trauma impacts the autonomic nervous system (ANS).
- Sensory Awareness – Learn to track physical sensations for trauma resolution.
- Polyvagal Theory – Apply nervous system regulation techniques.
- The SIBAM Model – Work with Sensation, Image, Behavior, Affect, and Meaning.
- Integrating SE – Use SE in therapy, counseling, and healthcare settings.
Invest in Your Growth
Start Your Somatic Experiencing® Journey Today
Gain expert-led training and hands-on tools to build your trauma-healing expertise with the SE™ biophysiological model.
Beginning 1
Core Foundations of SE™-
Understanding Trauma Physiology – Learn how traumatic stress impacts the autonomic nervous system (ANS).
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Tracking Sensation – Master the core SE technique to identify and work with nervous system responses.
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Navigating the Threat Response Cycle – Recognize the stages of fight, flight, freeze, and completion.
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Regulating Trauma Responses – Develop skills to safely support clients in completing survival responses.
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Building Healthy Boundaries – Support clients in re-establishing stability and emotional safety.
Beginning 2
Expanding SE™ Techniques-
Applying SE in Clinical Practice – Work with real case studies and client scenarios.
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Refining Trauma Titration – Learn how to modulate and pace trauma renegotiation for deeper healing.
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Integrating SE with Professional Modalities – Explore how SE complements different therapeutic approaches.
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Exploring SIBAM – Understand how Sensation, Image, Behavior, Affect, and Meaning interact in trauma.
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Coupling Dynamics in Trauma – Recognize and resolve over- and under-association of traumatic memories.
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Ethical Use of Touch in SE – Learn appropriate, trauma-sensitive touch techniques for deeper healing.
Deepen Your Impact in Trauma Healing
Join our professional Somatic Experiencing training and elevate your trauma-healing practice.
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FAQs
Find answers to your questions about the Beginning Somatic Experiencing training program.
What is the schedule?
The Beginning SE training is structured in two segments: Beginning 1 and Beginning 2, each lasting five days. The training includes live instruction, demonstrations, and experiential exercises. The schedule varies slightly based on location and instructor availability, and participants will receive a detailed itinerary upon registration.
What learning methods are used?
The course follows a blended approach, combining theoretical lectures, live demonstrations, and experiential practice. Participants will engage in guided exercises, interactive discussions, and faculty-led case studies to integrate SE techniques effectively.
How do practice groups work?
Practice groups are an essential component of SE training, providing a safe space to apply SE techniques under faculty supervision. Participants work in small groups, applying the principles learned in class while receiving real-time feedback from instructors and peers.
What is supervision process?
Supervision ensures that students integrate SE methods safely and effectively. Throughout the course, students receive direct supervision from SE faculty, including live feedback on exercises, case consultations, and guidance on practicing SE ethically within their professional scope.
How is progress evaluated?
There are no formal exams in the Beginning SE training. Instead, progress is assessed through:
•Instructor feedback during practice sessions
•Active participation in discussions and experiential exercises
•Demonstrated understanding of core SE principles and techniques
Who can enroll in this course?
The Beginning SE training is designed for professionals in mental health, bodywork, and related therapeutic fields. Applicants must have a background in a therapeutic profession or hold credentials in a relevant field. This ensures that participants have the foundational knowledge needed to integrate SE principles effectively into their practice.
