TRAUMA INFORMED SOMATIC COUNSELLING
ACCPH ACCREDITED PROFESSIONAL ONLINE TRAINING
First and only course of its kind – leading the field for 3+ years. Alternative, holistic approach for those seeking training with depth and substance but find themselves less drawn to traditional clinical paradigms.
Fully accredited with external recognition and full counselling qualification - seek insurance as a counsellor post certification (UK guidelines)
12 module certificate training – online, self-paced, flexible payment plans. Suggested study time of 12 months but completion is possible within 6 months. 3 years of total access is however provided for a truly self paced experience - no pressure, plenty of time.
Trauma-informed somatically oriented approach throughout
Practical dynamic teaching - rather than dry theory, learn what matters in practice with a respected therapist and UK leader in the field of integrative healing and trauma informed and somatic approaches.
Engaging video lessons & manageable monthly modules
Comprehensive curriculum covering:
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Nervous system regulation beyond the social media paradigm
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Core somatically oriented counselling & therapeutic skills
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How to work at relational depth
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Trauma-informed practice and view
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Somatically oriented trauma informed practice and view for safe, skilled work
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Foundations of trauma processing including techniques inspired by and similar to EMDR, Parts Therapy and Somatic Experiencing
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Transpersonal and spiritual considerations in practice
(Full syllabus shown below)
Alternative to traditional Level 3–4 online counselling courses – holistic, practical, and embodied
Suitable for new practitioners or those wanting to add trauma-informed and somatic skills to existing counselling, coaching, or therapeutic work.
Although there are a number of practitioner trainings coming to market offering similar bones - the basics of nervous system regulation and trauma processing - here at ISOHH© our training was and is the first and only of its kind to accompany these powerful and vital teachings and techniques, with the core trauma informed, foundational, relational, and somatically oriented counselling and therapeutic skills that create the real flesh and nuance of safe skilled therapeutic work.
who is this training for?
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Those interested to support deeper personal healing whilst pursuing a professional path.
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Anyone drawn to counselling or therapeutic work who doesn’t feel aligned with clinical or traditional routes, and seeks a truly embodied, trauma-informed approach with a strong focus on somatics.
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Those wanting to work holistically—integrating the somatic, psychological, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of clients.
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People who value high-calibre, no-fluff training— all the way from foundational counselling skills and client stabilisation through to an introduction to advanced trauma processing practices.
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Counsellors, therapists, and coaches ready to refresh or evolve their practice with a more trauma informed and somatically rooted skillset - neither approach is generally covered within more traditional or clinical training routes.
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Coaches, therapists, and wellness professionals wanting to go far beyond the basics of working with the body.
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Bodyworkers, health practitioners, yoga or meditation teachers wishing to expand into therapeutic and psychological work.
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Complete beginners ready to learn from the ground up.
The field of mental health is rapidly evolving, and ISOHH is at the forefront of that revolution. Through this training we are cultivating a new wave of skilled, trauma-informed somatic counsellors and holistic practitioners—equipped with the confidence and capacity to lead the way and shine a light in troubled times.
TESTIMONIAL PHILIP PARKER
BREATHWORK FACILITATOR
The ISOHH course in Trauma Informed Somatic Counselling was a transformative experience for me. This course is not only about learning to work with clients in a trauma informed way, it is also deeply focused on self-development. The insights I gained opened numerous doors for me to explore my own ‘stuff’.
A significant highlight of this course was learning from Aimee who is highly intuitive, skilled and experienced. Her expertise was evident in every module, and her ability to guide us through complex material with ease and compassion made all the difference. I was always very impressed and touched at the way Aimee blended her personal story into the teachings - truly artful.
I felt that the course modules were well-structured and provided a comprehensive understanding of how to do this work in a way that is truly trauma informed and somatic. I also appreciated the ability to learn at my own pace. It gave me space to absorb the material whilst also doing life!
Overall, this course is an absolute must for anyone working or wanting to work therapeutically. If you are new to trauma-informed care or looking to deepen your practice, the knowledge and skills gained from this course will certainly enhance your ability to support others. I left this experience not only with a whole host of new tools but also with a deeper understanding of myself and the role I can play in creating safer spaces for healing.
TRAINING SYLLABUS SUMMARY
MODULE 1
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Defining Trauma - PTSD, CPTSD & Toxic Stress
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Types and Causes of Trauma
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The Nervous System and The Trauma Brain
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Polyvagal Theory Embodiment and Professional Mastery
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Unpacking and Expanding Upon The ACE's Study and Test
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Adverse Child Hood Experience
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The Dysfunctional Family - Characteristics & Signposts
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Ancestral Trauma & Epigenetics. The Biopschosocial Model
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Attachment Theory & Codependency
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Coregulation in practice
MODULE 2
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The Wounded Healer Archetype
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Self Regulation and Co-regulation in Counselling
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Nervous System Self Care
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Techniques for Self Soothing and Nervous System Recalibration
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Fostering Emotional Literacy & Somatic Awareness
MODULE 3
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Regulation Skills Continued
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Trauma Informed Meditation & Breath
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Trauma Informed Mindfulness
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Trauma Informed Movement
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Historical and Cultural Origins and Context of These Practices
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An introduction to authentic spiritual principles and practice
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Spiritual Bypass and Commerical Spirituality
MODULE 4
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Client Intake & Evaluation
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Trauma Informed Counselling Skills & Counselling Foundations
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Working Online
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Brief History of Therapeutic Models & Principles
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Stages of Recovery Judith Herman & Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and a Holistic Vision For Healing
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Ethics, Power Dynamics & Transference
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Top Down vs Bottom Up, Cognitive Approaches vs Somatic
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Pacing, Pendulation & Titration
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Relational Depth, Human Healing & Boundaries including Humanistic and Hakomi inspired principles
MODULE 5
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Symptoms of Trauma
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Depathologising Symptoms
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Trauma Informed Perspective and Treatment Trajectory for Anxiety, Depression, Dissociation, Low Self Esteem, Codependency and Relational Challenges, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Pain, Fatigue, ADHD and more
MODULE 6
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Client History, Intake & Closing
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Healing the Inner Critic
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Embodied Affirmation & Schema Work
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Re-Parenting and The Inner Child
MODULE 7
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An Introduction to Trauma Processing
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Resourcing, Preparation and Safety
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Somatic & Implicit Memory
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Somatic Psychology - Reading the Body, Micro Movements, & Attuning to Client Cues
MODULE 8
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An introduction to trauma processing based in Bi-Lateral Stimulation and Eye Movement Desensitization - inspired by the work of Francine Shapiro (EMDR) and eye movement practices rooted in ancient meditative tradition
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Basic Protocols for Bi-Lateral Processing
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Somatic Sensitivity to Bi-Lateral Processing
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Bi-Lateral Processing for Somatic Memory
MODULE 9
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Radical Self Embrace and The Valuing of all Parts of The Self
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Viewing Symptoms as Wise Adaptions not Flaws
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The concept of Self
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An introduction to Parts Therapy inspired by the work of Richard Schwarz (IFS), Carl Jung, and Lama Tsultrim Allione (Feeding Your Demons/Tibetan Chod)
MODULE 10
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An Introduction to Somatic Psychology
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Reading the Body, Micro Movements, & Attuning to Client Cues
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An introduction to Somatic Processing Techniques inspired by the works of Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing), Pat Ogden (SensoriMotor), and Eugene Gendlin (Focusing) and others.
MODULE 11
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Individuation, Self Expression and Forward Facing Approaches to Trauma
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The Human Journey and An Introduction to The Principles and Teachings of Tibetan Buddhism & Classical Tantra (Not New Age Sexual Tantra)
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Please note that these teachings are offered in a philosophical and spiritual capacity within the context of the healing path with respect to individual spiritual or religious affiliations.
MODULE 12
Final Evaluation and certification process involving one extensive Q and A based written exam (short responses, no essay writing) to be completed in your own time alongside three single page case study explorations. We require no essay writing throughout the duration of the course and you are not evaluated on a "facts and figures" basis, nor on your spelling or grammar. We are looking for a reflection that you have understood the heart and essence of these vital teachings, and have begun to integrate their application in a meaningful way.
Disclaimer: Please note that these module summaries are provided as a curriculum guide. Although all the above topics are covered throughout the duration of the training, the exact order and distribution may differ.
Aimee Rai
Your Lead Trainer & ISOHH Founder
Aimee is truly holistic practitioner expertly weaving science and psychology with ancient wisdom and somatic practice in her healing and therapeutic work with individuals and groups.
As an integrative therapist specialising in trauma and somatic appraoches to healing and wellbeing she has been featured in and interviewed by many prestigious publications and institutions over the years including but not limited to, OmYoga Magazine, Natural Health, The Sunday Times & Forbes.
As a practitioner and teacher of Classical Indo-Tibetan Tantra all her work has a deeply transpersonal tone. She is known to her students as a warm, wise and dynamic teacher, and as an ACCPH fellow and supervisor, she is your lead trainer throughout your training journey.
trauma Informed Somatic Counselling
online externally accredited self study counselling certificate training
UK online externally accredited counselling / therapy training including: trauma informed somatically oriented counselling skills, trauma informed and somatic psychology foundations, integrative therapeutic practice, an introduction to advanced trauma processing techniques, and spiritual and transpersonal considerations in practice.
TRAINING OUTCOMES & CERTIFICATION
A lot of thought has gone in to how this course is offered and structured. We have designed this journey to be both comprehensive and manageable - even for those of you with full time jobs, kids, and other responsibilities on your plate.
How the Course Works
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~100 hours of digital/video training content in manage monthly modules over 12 months (or faster if motivated)
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Up to 3 full years to complete study and certification if needed - no pressure.
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1.5–2 hours per week of video/audio guidance + one book per month from the reading list (based on one module a month over 12 months)
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Instant access from moment of enrolment via any web browser or a convenient app (Android & iPhone)
There is no requirement to produce essays along the way, although we do recommend you take notes to accompany the supporting PDFs provided within each module section so that you can refer back to key learning points at later dates. Instead of having to spend hours pouring over dry texts and written theory, modules are almost entirely video based and include live teaching content, making the learning process engaging and inspiring. You are also provided with a reading list that is important to work through over the course of the training. Many of these texts are also available as audiobooks which can be useful for those who find reading a challenge.
You will be encouraged to relate to the content in a personal manner to support a deeply transformative personal journey as well as professional outcome and formal certification - we believe that what can become professional excellence begins with personal embodiment. We note that each self study participant is responsible for themselves and that many some find it useful or necessary to engage support from a personal therapist throughout this self study process as some of the content may be triggering or challenging.
To see sample videos of Aimee teaching and excerpts from this course, feel free to view or pop across to our YouTube Channel.
Personal Journey, Professional Focus
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Though personal transformation is likely to arises a result of engaging with these teachings, this is first and foremost a professional training and is not a replacement for personal therapy and one to one care.
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Participants are responsible for their own wellbeing throughout and may wish to seek independent therapeutic support
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This curriculum is comprehensive and its syllabus moves far outside standard level 3 or 4 online counselling certification curriculums, it should however still be viewed as a foundational experience, or a wonderful way to upskill if you already work within a respective field - we recommend seeking further external supervision and practical experience post certification to support safe, skilled, ethical practice.
Assessment & Certification
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Optional certification: end-of-course exam is not required unless seeking formal professional accreditation. Some students journey the training to broaden personal experience over professional outcomes.
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Requirements for certification:
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Completion of all video content + reading list
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Final open-book written Q&A evaluation plus 3 x simple case study submissions (no essay writing throughout)
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Up to two attempts permitted
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Assessments are designed to be supportive, accessible, and neurodiversity aware, with emphasis on integration of principles, not test performance, spelling, grammar, or rote memorisation and repetition.
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Successful completion awards:
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Trauma-Informed Somatic Counselling Certification
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Eligibility to seek insurance as a counselling practitioner (UK; international students must follow local guidelines)
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Beautiful signed certificate with accrediting insignias + supplementary document detailing 125 training hours and syllabus
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One digital copy included (additional or replacement copies issued for administrative charge
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here's some feedback from just a few of our trainees
Mandy Penalver
(Yoga & Meditation Teacher
& Creator of True Rest™)
"This is a phenomenal training. The extensive curriculum combined with Aimee’s remarkable wisdom & skill at teaching from the heart have taken me on a rich, deep & transformative personal & professional journey. I wish I hadn’t hesitated when I first saw this course and done it sooner. It’s a game changer".
Jennifer McLeish
(No background in the therapeutic fields, scientist by training, and home schooling Mama)
My experience of this course has been fundamentally life changing. Aimee skilfully and patiently helps you walk the true path back to self and out to the world.
Tara Perlaki
(Kinesiologist, Period Coach
& Yoga Teacher)
My experience of the Trauma Informed Somatic Counselling training has been nothing short of life changing! Aimee has a truly unique and highly engaging training style. Her teaching has enabled me to understand complex topics, in ways that are easy to access and apply in my own life, as well as working with clients. It’s an intense course, but has been lovingly, skill-fully and thoughtfully put together, supporting us every step of the journey.
In the words of Peter Levine '"trauma is a fact of life" and experiences that leave a trauma imprint take many forms, some virtually invisible to the untrained eye. Very often until we resolve and come in to relationship with the underlying trauma (original wound), we will continue to experience dis-ease, imbalance, or struggle in one way or another. There is nothing wrong with us, something happened to us.
It is absolutely possible for us to heal. It is absolutely possible for us to resolve our trauma. It is absolutely possible for us to break out of the loops and spirals created by painful past learning, awaken to our true nature and recover the peace ease and joy that are our human birth right. But - the process must be holistic, the journey must honour the whole human being for us to access the kind of radical freedom that I am referring to. There is no other way. And that is the purpose of this training model - to offer a truly holistic solution. "
a unique opportunity for graduates
At ISOHH, we like to do things a little differently. Aimee’s diary has been closed to the general public for a number of years now, partly because of limited time and capacity, and partly due to a preference to work at depth in intimate spaces with groups and individuals who have already done a fair amount of work - ensuring safety and readiness.
Most students will complete the course, enjoy the learning, and move on - carrying the learning forward into their lives and work. But for a small number of you who are feel drawn to embark on other adventures with Aimee, there is another path.
Graduates of the training may apply for one-to-one mentoring and supervision with Aimee. These placements are strictly limited and offered only on a case-by-case basis each year.
A mentoring placement opens the door to:
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Occasional one-to-one mentoring and supervision with Aimee
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Access to our private community—not open to the public
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Occasional masterclasses, meditations, and online group sessions
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In-person retreats and pilgrimages with Aimee
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Practice sessions with our team to refine your therapeutic skills
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The possibility of Level 4-equivalent recertification, at Aimee’s discretion
Interested? Complete Aimee´s core curriculum here to become eligible to apply for more post certification.
TESTIMONIAL, REBECCA DENNIS
AUTHOR & FOUNDER OF BREATHING TREE
Aimee is an exceptional teacher, one whose expertise in trauma is nothing short of inspiring. Her depth of knowledge and profound understanding of somatic trauma therapy have opened up new avenues of learning for me. I wholeheartedly encourage anyone interested in working in this field to seek her training and immerse themselves in the transformative experience she offers.
In the vast landscape of wellness, one can hardly escape the dizzying array of trauma-informed training options available. It's a bit of a jungle, really. Yet, amid this chaos, Aimee stands out distinctly.
study now to become a trauma informed somatic counsellor
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