training program accredited by integrated somatic institute
The Triple Vagal Method™: A Ground-Breaking Healing Modality
Trauma, whether experienced physically or emotionally, has a profound impact on the physical body.
Not many people know that trauma is stored within the fascia, the intricate network of connective tissue in the body. That’s where the key to healing lies.
TVM™, developed after years of applied research and practice, works by activating the vagus nerve and helping the body release stored tension by creating an embodied sense of safety. It also increases oxytocin levels in the body, which soothes and restores the nervous system back to safety.
The process allows the body to "switch off" stress responses and complete unresolved trauma cycles, which leads to a lasting change on a cellular level and a profound regulation of the nervous system.
UPCOMING TRAININGS
COURSE FORMAT
This 4 month training is made up of a self-paced online learning programme plus a 2 week in-person retreat to consolidate the skills you’ve learned and give an embodied understanding of the modality.
The hundreds of qualified Triple Vagal Method ™ Practitioners that are changing lives all around the world are proof that you don’t have to be in therapy for years to heal and that you can activate your healing capacity and become a somatic therapist with the Triple Vagal Method™ in a matter of weeks.
IN-PERSON TRAINING RETREAT
Learning the Triple Vagal Method™ in itself is relatively straightforward. The art form lies in having the level of self-trust and inner intimacy that you hear the whispers of intuition and feel confident following in the direction of the innate wisdom that lies in the fabric of your being. This is how you access the healing energy that is all around to understand which part of your client’s body needs attention and when. This is where Inner Alchemy Retreats come in.
Inner Alchemy Retreats with Maddie and Pippa are thoughtfully designed to give you the time and space outside of the routines and restrictions of your day-to-day life to create new rituals, disarm the habits of impulsive reaction created by trauma and shine the light of your conscious awareness on the deep-seated beliefs and limiting patterns of thought to unlock the healing power that is already within you.
Online learning programme
The training includes access to the TVM™ 205 hour online training programme developed and delivered by Maj Zakari. This comprehensive learning programme includes cutting edge research with lectures, and demonstrations, giving you a solid understanding of the theory and practical skills required to set up your own practice and conduct TVM™ sessions in a safe and ethical manner.
3 months post-retreat support
The support doesn't finish at the end of the retreat. There will be fortnightly cohort check-in and integration calls for the 3 months post-retreat, giving you the chance to have any questions answered and feel the support of your facilitators and fellow trainees well into your post-retreat personal and professional development journey.
We are committed to you feeling fully supported and empowered to integrate all the lessons of the in-person retreat, set up your practice and step into your new role as a TVM™ somatic therapist, which is why we have curated this wrap around package of support.
Once you have completed the 4 month training program and submitted evidence of 20 practice sessions, you will receive your certification as a qualified TVM™ Practitioner! You will be listed on the Integrated Somatic Institute’s website as part of the directory of practitioners in good standing, allowing potential clients from around the world to find you.
tvm™ community & further education
Just as this modality facilitates a beautiful homecoming to the body, so too will it connect you with a community of colleagues, friends and chosen family around the world. You will become a member of the TVM™ Practitioner Think Tank, a global mutual support group of practitioners where ideas, research, and insights are exchanged daily. It’s a space of continuing support where you can have any questions or queries answered by fellow practitioners and TVM™ Educators.
On completion of the programme you will gain Level 2 certification as a TVM™ Practitioner. For those looking to further their education there are additional trainings in TVM™ for Pregnancy, TVM™ for Children, Pelvic Floor TVM™, and Advanced Practitioner & TVM™ Educator Trainings. You’ll also gain exclusive access to the ever-growing body of research and masterclasses hosted monthly by TVM™ creator, Maj Zakari.
mind
- Introduction to childhood trauma
- Introduction to attachment styles
- The voice of trauma & getting off the hamster wheel of trauma
- Recognising and transforming limiting beliefs
- Romantic relationships and trauma
- Introduction to nonviolent communication and authentic relating skills
- Recognising trauma patterns in relationships
- Introduction to grief and loss, and how to integrate it
- Q&A sessions with Maj Zakari, leading expert in the field of trauma healing and TVM™ creator
body
- Introduction to trauma healing and resistance
- Introduction to fascia & how trauma is stored in the body
- Body Reading - Visual somatic body readings and understanding where trauma is stored in the body
- Practice creating a strategy based on body reading / intake form
- Psychosomatics and how the inner voice impacts your body
soul
- Connecting to the inner child
- The art of space holding for yourself / others
- Intuition vs fear and how to recognise it
- Energy hygiene practices
- Guided journaling sessions
- Daily inner intimacy practice
- Guided movement practice
- Time for integration
Online learning programme curriculum
1. Ethics in Therapeutic Practice
Learn to hold a grounded, ethical space for healing.
- Ethical principles and professional boundaries
- Dual relationships, power dynamics, and informed consent
- Managing transference, countertransference, and confidentiality
- Self-care, supervision, and grievance processes for practitioners
2. The Ethics of Touch
Explore how touch can support regulation and trust in therapy.
- Seeking and maintaining consent
- Therapeutic use of touch and emotional responses
- Navigating power differentials with sensitivity
- Professional presence, communication, and practitioner wellbeing
3. Somatics & the Mind–Body Connection
Understand the deep interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and the physical body.
- The science of psychosomatic interaction
- Ancient and modern perspectives on emotional energy and healing
- Fascia, interoception, and emerging somatic research
- Integrating mind-body awareness into client sessions with ethical care
4. Feelings, Sensations & Perception
Learn to meet the body’s experience with curiosity and safety.
- Differentiating emotions, sensations, and trauma responses
- Understanding numbness and disconnection
- Using breath, sound, and movement to restore awareness
- How trauma shapes perception and the experience of reality
5. Consciousness & the Intelligent Body
Discover the body as a living system of memory and awareness.
- Cellular memory, fascia, and intergenerational patterns
- The nervous system as a fast, intuitive communicator
- Exploring consciousness beyond the brain
- Integrating scientific insight with embodied wisdom
6. Listening, Witnessing & Believing
The heart of trauma transformation lies in presence.
- Deep listening and co-regulation as pathways to safety
- Compassionate witnessing and the power of being believed
- Holding non-judgmental, ethical space for clients’ stories
A Journey To Your True Self and a Purpose-Driven Career
Accredited Certification and Career Path
Learn techniques to transform your own life and build a meaningful career supporting others on their healing journey.
Expert Facilitation
Guided by mentors and trauma-informed practitioners with years of healing background and experience in facilitating individual sessions as well as leading groups of trainees.
Transformative Techniques
Evidence-based TVM™ practices grounded in somatics, nervous system regulation, and trauma release, build on a solid scientific foundation.
Six Months of Training
A comprehensive combination of the ISI's in-depth theoretical online program, a two-week immersive retreat setting, together with an ongoing post-retreat integration and mentorship programme.
Trauma Healing
Experience deep emotional release and healing through guided practices, letting go of old patterns, healing your inner child, and fully embracing your empowered self.
Access to TVM™ Practitioner Think Tank
Upon completion you will become part of a global mutual support group of practitioners where ideas, research, and insights are exchanged daily.
Personalised Experience
Small group settings will ensure individual attention, support and direct guidance from the facilitators.
Understand Your Body
Upon completion you will become part of a global mutual support group of practitioners where ideas, research, and insights are exchanged daily.
Safe Container
Allow your profound healing to begin in a safe, supportive group under the supervision of experienced facilitators.
Authentic Connection
Build lasting friendships in a soulful, authentic community of like-minded people.
25th MAY - 5th JUNE 2026 TRAINING RETREAT
location
We’ll be gathering at Velindre House in rural Wales — a landscape that holds deep healing energy. It’s grounding, alive, and quietly powerful.
The rolling hills, ancient oaks, and stillness of the valley support every breath and release. It’s the perfect place to remember what it feels like to come home to yourself.
accommodation & food
Step into Velindre House — an 18th-century country villa designed by John Nash, the architect behind Buckingham Palace. Inside, grand reception rooms meet cosy comfort, with antique furniture, eclectic art, and a log burner for the perfect unwind
Follow the hidden driveway from the village high street and arrive in five lush, private acres bordered by two swimmable rivers. Wild and unspoilt, the grounds are home to otters, owls, herons, foxes, butterflies, and more.
The property includes unique hand-built stays dotted across the estate, each with real beds, power, lighting, fire pits, and nearby outdoor bathrooms. 3 delicious and nutritious vegan meals per day will be provided with a selection of teas and fruits available throughout the day.
facilities
With many separate areas you are free to chill in seclusion or socialise with others, as you wish.
Set within the peaceful landscape of Felindre, West Wales, Velindre House offers an inviting combination of comfort, nature, and restorative spaces. Participants are welcome to enjoy the beautiful grounds and wellness facilities throughout their stay.
- Wood-fired sauna — unwind, cleanse, and support deep nervous-system rest.
- Firepit — gather under the stars for warmth, reflection, and connection through shared evenings of song and celebration.
- Two swimmable rivers on the property, perfect for wild dipping and cold-water therapy.
- Beautiful woodland and countryside walking paths, ideal for quiet reflection or gentle movement.
- Nearby coastline — the stunning Cardigan Bay beach is just a short journey away, offering coastal walks, fresh sea air, and breathtaking views.
investment
The investment includes 2 months of live preparatory online classes ahead of the retreat, fortnightly support calls for 3 months post-retreat, access to the TVM™ Think Tank, plus the 11 day in-person training retreat including accommodation and meals.
Prices do not include travel expenses, travel insurance, or any other external expenses outside the course format.
£2,950 for shared room ( 3 or 4 person occupancy - subject to availability )
+ £165 for 2 person occupancy - subject to availability
Private room options are sold out.
Payment plan options are available.
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