Alex Greene speaks with Bonnie Pariser, a TRE provider and yoga therapist who runs Yoga Loca studio in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Bonnie shares how she transformed her yoga therapy practice by integrating TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) with traditional yoga approaches. Her unique journey from fashion design to embodiment work led her to discover that tremoring can dramatically improve outcomes for clients with chronic tension, anxiety, and trauma.
Bonnie explains how tremoring prepares the nervous system for yoga practices, especially for clients who are too activated to benefit from conventional stretching or meditation. She uses the Ayurvedic dosha framework to understand different nervous system states: vata (anxiety/bracing), pitta (hypervigilance), and kapha (shutdown). This approach works with the body's natural healing mechanisms rather than against them.
The conversation covers practical applications including emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and spiritual practice preparation. Bonnie shares examples from her classes and one-on-one sessions, showing how clients move from seeking physical relief to developing life management skills. Her integration of ancient wisdom with modern trauma approaches demonstrates how nervous system regulation can transform both therapy outcomes and daily life.
Listen to the full episode to discover how this powerful combination of TRE and yoga can transform your approach to nervous system regulation and embodiment practices.
Key Highlights:
- 0:00 Introduction
- 1:49 Fashion to Embodiment
- 4:19 TRE Training Discovery
- 6:06 Yoga Sutras Connection
- 7:06 Kumbhaka Breathless State
- 12:09 Integration with Classes
- 17:05 Emotional Regulation Practice
- 18:44 Conflict Resolution Applications
- 26:51 Ayurvedic Dosha Perspective
- 27:20 Vata Derangement Treatment
- 30:53 One-on-One Applications
- 35:52 Personal Practice Evolution
- 37:17 Tandava Dance Connection
- 41:08 Kriya Spontaneous Movements
- 50:58 Myofascial Release Integration
- 52:50 Future Learning Directions
Links and Resources:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YogaLokaNJ/
- Websites: https://www.yoga-loka.com/ http://www.yoga-therapy-can-help.me/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoga_loka/
- David Berceli - TRE founder and trainer: https://treglobal.org/about-dr-david-berceli/
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