The Triple Vagal Method (TVM™)
Trauma doesn’t just live in our thoughts—it lives in our bodies. It shapes the way we breathe, the way we move, and the way we react to the world around us.
When we’ve been stuck in survival mode for years, it can feel impossible to just think our way out of it. That’s where The Triple Vagal Method (TVM™) comes in.
TVM™ is a deeply somatic approach to trauma healing that works directly with the nervous system to release stored trauma and restore a sense of safety in the body. It’s based on polyvagal theory, which recognizes that trauma gets locked in different parts of the nervous system, soft tissues, and even organs. Instead of just talking about trauma, TVM™ helps the body physically complete the trauma cycle and shift from a survival state (fight, flight, freeze) into a place of deep regulation and connection.
How It Works
TVM™ uses physical stimulation of the vagus nerve—the key player in our ability to feel safe, connected, and at ease. By engaging the vagus nerve, we help the body naturally shift out of chronic stress and into a restorative, healing state. A big part of this process involves the controlled release of oxytocin, known as the ‘love hormone,’ which acts like a built-in nervous system reset. It softens the body’s defense mechanisms, allowing long-held trauma patterns to unwind without overwhelm.
This method is powerful because it’s not about forcing change—it’s about creating the right conditions for the body to release what it’s been holding onto for years. When the nervous system feels safe enough, healing happens naturally.
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What a TVM™ Session Looks Like
Each session is a guided, hands-on experience designed to help your body reset and release. It’s not about reliving past trauma—it’s about allowing your nervous system to unwind at its own pace.
Here’s what you can expect in a session:
1. We start with a conversation
Before diving in, we check in with where you are. How’s your nervous system today? What’s present for you?
3. Gentle touch & stimulation of the vagus nerve
Using light, specific touch (often around the head, neck, and diaphragm), we help activate the body’s natural healing response.
5. We close with integration
At the end, we take time to ground and integrate whatever shifted. This helps you carry the benefits beyond the session and into your daily life.
2. You’ll lie down and get comfortable
The session is fully clothed, and the goal is to get your body into a deeply relaxed state where healing can happen.
4. Your body does the work
As we engage the nervous system, you may notice shifts—deeper breaths, sighs, tingling, warmth, or a sense of emotional release. These
What a TVM™ Session Looks Like
Each session is a guided, hands-on experience designed to help your body reset and release. It’s not about reliving past trauma—it’s about allowing your nervous system to unwind at its own pace.
Here’s what you can expect in a session:
1. We start with a conversation
Before diving in, we check in with where you are. How’s your nervous system today? What’s present for you?
2. You’ll lie down and get comfortable
The session is fully clothed, and the goal is to get your body into a deeply relaxed state where healing can happen.
3. Gentle touch & stimulation of the vagus nerve
Using light, specific touch (often around the head, neck, and diaphragm), we help activate the body’s natural healing response.
4. Your body does the work
As we engage the nervous system, you may notice shifts—deeper breaths, sighs, tingling, warmth, or a sense of emotional release. These
5. We close with integration
At the end, we take time to ground and integrate whatever shifted. This helps you carry the benefits beyond the session and into your daily life.
TVM™ works with your body, not against it.
There’s no force, no pushing through, just a safe space for your nervous system to find its way back to balance.
Who It’s For
TVM™ is accessible to almost anyone—adults, children, and even animals. It’s designed to work with the body’s natural intelligence, no matter where someone is in their healing journey. Whether you’re dealing with chronic stress, emotional numbness, deep anxiety, or just a sense that you’re not fully here, this method can help you come back to yourself.
Why This Matters
When we heal the nervous system, everything shifts. We stop reacting from old patterns. We stop feeling like life is just about getting through the day. We become more present, more open, and more capable of experiencing joy, love, and connection.
This is the foundation of the work I do. Healing is not just about understanding our trauma—it’s about giving the body a way out of survival mode and into a life that feels fully alive.
Q&A: Common Questions About TVM™
Do I need to have past trauma to benefit from TVM™?
Not at all. TVM™ is for anyone who feels disconnected, overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in repetitive patterns. Even if you don’t have a specific traumatic event in mind, your nervous system may still be carrying stress that TVM™ can help release.
What does the vagus nerve have to do with trauma?
The vagus nerve is like a bridge between your body and your emotions. It controls your ability to feel safe, connected, and at ease. When trauma or chronic stress dysregulates the vagus nerve, we get stuck in fight, flight, or freeze mode. TVM™ helps reset the vagus nerve, allowing your body to shift into a state of safety and regulation.
What if I don’t feel anything during the session?
That’s completely normal. Sometimes the body needs time to process before changes become noticeable. Even if you don’t feel immediate shifts, your nervous system is still absorbing the experience. Many people notice changes over the next few days—deeper sleep, a sense of calm, or even unexpected emotional releases.
What noticeable changes can I expect after a session?
Everyone’s experience is unique, but some of the most common shifts include:
- Feeling lighter, calmer, and more present
- Deeper, more restful sleep
- A noticeable release of physical tension (especially in the jaw, shoulders, and stomach)
- More emotional openness—a sense of ease in expressing feelings
- Increased energy and focus after long periods of feeling drained
- Feeling more connected to yourself and others
The effects of TVM™ can be subtle at first, but over time, as your nervous system rewires, these changes become more stable and long-lasting.
Is TVM™ like massage or bodywork?
Not exactly. While it does involve gentle touch, it’s not about manipulating muscles or tissues. It’s about engaging the nervous system, allowing the body to reset itself in a way that talk therapy or deep tissue work alone can’t reach.
Is the touch sexual in any way?
No, not at all. TVM™ is a strictly professional, therapeutic practice based on neuroscience and somatic trauma healing. The touch used in sessions is gentle, intentional, and focused on activating the vagus nerve—often around the head, neck, diaphragm, or other key points in the body where trauma is stored. There is absolutely no sexual or inappropriate touch involved. Your comfort, safety, and boundaries are the top priority.
Can TVM™ help with anxiety, depression, or chronic stress?
Absolutely. Many people who struggle with anxiety, depression, or chronic nervous system dysregulation find that TVM™ helps them access a deeper state of calm and connection—often for the first time in years. It doesn’t replace therapy or medical treatment, but it works alongside them by addressing the root of nervous system imbalance.
How many sessions do I need?
While some may feel the shift after just one session, it is recommended to have a series of six sessions and then assess the client’s state. This allows the nervous system to process at a deeper level and supports long-term regulation and integration.
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