The Tao of Trauma Foundations Course | CEUs Available
Explore Trauma Through the Lens of Chinese Medicine
Join trauma specialists Tracey Post, LCSW, SEP, and Doren Day, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., SEP for an immersive one-day training that bridges the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with contemporary trauma-informed care. This evidence-informed foundations course introduces participants to the Tao of Trauma framework, integrating the Five Elements of Chinese medicine with the five self-protective responses found in all mammals. Designed for healthcare practitioners, students, and helping professionals, this course provides practical tools for understanding trauma, fostering resilience, and supporting healing in both clinical and community settings.
Course Details
Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Format: In-Person
Location: Won Institute of Graduate Studies, 800 Jacksonville Road, Warminster, PA 18974
Instructors: Tracey Post & Doren Day
General Registration: $150 | Student Registration: $100
Continuing Education Credits: Available
Scholarships: Available for student registrations - complete scholarship application here.
What You'll Learn
Participants will:
Understand the 5 Elements of Chinese medicine as they relate to trauma response
Identify the 5 stages of the mammalian self-protective response
Apply the Tao of Trauma framework within clinical and community-based settings
Develop practical tools that support survivors in cultivating coherence, resilience, and equanimity
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
Acupuncturists
Acupuncture students
Bodyworkers and massage therapists
Social workers
Mental health professionals
Integrative healthcare practitioners
Anyone interested in trauma-informed healing approaches
Meet the Instructors
Tracey Post, LCSW, SEP
As Program Director of the Tao of Trauma, Tracey Post oversees curriculum development, instructor coordination, student mentorship, and community engagement. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience, Tracey specializes in trauma recovery, post-traumatic growth, sexual health, and identity work. Her expertise includes Somatic Experiencing®, EMDR, and multi-sensory trauma treatment. She is a nationally recognized speaker and consultant on trauma, mindfulness, and healing.
Doren Day, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., SEP
Doren Day is a Licensed Five Element Acupuncturist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and Zero Balancing Bodyworker. With decades of experience teaching acupuncturists, Qi Gong, and Tai Chi, and more than 20 years in private practice, Doren brings a unique integration of Chinese medicine and somatic trauma healing. His work focuses on helping practitioners develop embodied clinical skills that deepen therapeutic effectiveness and patient connection.
Why Attend?
Trauma affects every aspect of human health and well-being. The Tao of Trauma Foundations Course offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of trauma through both ancient wisdom and modern science. Participants will leave with a practical framework that can immediately enhance their clinical practice while supporting their own personal and professional growth.
Register Today
Space is limited. - Register here: https://taotrauma.com/register
For questions regarding registration, continuing education credits, or scholarships, please contact the course organizers.
Reserve your seat and discover a transformative approach to trauma-informed healing.
Join trauma specialists Tracey Post, LCSW, SEP, and Doren Day, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., SEP for an immersive one-day training that bridges the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with contemporary trauma-informed care. This evidence-informed foundations course introduces participants to the Tao of Trauma framework, integrating the Five Elements of Chinese medicine with the five self-protective responses found in all mammals. Designed for healthcare practitioners, students, and helping professionals, this course provides practical tools for understanding trauma, fostering resilience, and supporting healing in both clinical and community settings.
Course Details
Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Format: In-Person
Location: Won Institute of Graduate Studies, 800 Jacksonville Road, Warminster, PA 18974
Instructors: Tracey Post & Doren Day
General Registration: $150 | Student Registration: $100
Continuing Education Credits: Available
Scholarships: Available for student registrations - complete scholarship application here.
What You'll Learn
Participants will:
Understand the 5 Elements of Chinese medicine as they relate to trauma response
Identify the 5 stages of the mammalian self-protective response
Apply the Tao of Trauma framework within clinical and community-based settings
Develop practical tools that support survivors in cultivating coherence, resilience, and equanimity
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
Acupuncturists
Acupuncture students
Bodyworkers and massage therapists
Social workers
Mental health professionals
Integrative healthcare practitioners
Anyone interested in trauma-informed healing approaches
Meet the Instructors
Tracey Post, LCSW, SEP
As Program Director of the Tao of Trauma, Tracey Post oversees curriculum development, instructor coordination, student mentorship, and community engagement. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience, Tracey specializes in trauma recovery, post-traumatic growth, sexual health, and identity work. Her expertise includes Somatic Experiencing®, EMDR, and multi-sensory trauma treatment. She is a nationally recognized speaker and consultant on trauma, mindfulness, and healing.
Doren Day, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., SEP
Doren Day is a Licensed Five Element Acupuncturist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and Zero Balancing Bodyworker. With decades of experience teaching acupuncturists, Qi Gong, and Tai Chi, and more than 20 years in private practice, Doren brings a unique integration of Chinese medicine and somatic trauma healing. His work focuses on helping practitioners develop embodied clinical skills that deepen therapeutic effectiveness and patient connection.
Why Attend?
Trauma affects every aspect of human health and well-being. The Tao of Trauma Foundations Course offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of trauma through both ancient wisdom and modern science. Participants will leave with a practical framework that can immediately enhance their clinical practice while supporting their own personal and professional growth.
Register Today
Space is limited. - Register here: https://taotrauma.com/register
For questions regarding registration, continuing education credits, or scholarships, please contact the course organizers.
Reserve your seat and discover a transformative approach to trauma-informed healing.
Where is it happening?
800 Jacksonville Rd, Warminster, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 18974
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