15/11/2025
The term “trauma release” is very popular right now, and I understand why: It sounds hopeful and many facilitators truly want to help. Many practices can create moments of relief, openness, or regulation, which can be meaningful.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I also see how the term can be confusing. Trauma does not disappear through one emotional moment or technique. Those experiences can support healing, but the deeper work usually happens more gradually through creating awareness, safety in the body, and integration into daily life.
The word “release” can unintentionally create pressure. When someone doesn’t feel transformed right away, they may think something is wrong with them, while their system is often taking exactly the time it needs. This is also why I always emphasize that the effects of a session can look and feel different for everyone. And that it’s also perfectly normal to not ‘feel’ intensity during a session.
I’m not here to bring down other facilitators. Many offer supportive spaces. I want to share my concern and bring clarity, so people understand better what healing can look like, and can trust their own pace.
If you are on your journey of healing trauma and this speaks to you, I am happy to guide you.
Send me a DM or book an exploration call through www.lillysingh.nl to get started
