I recently had the privilege of experiencing a session with Allison Bennett, MSW, a Shamanic Energy Medicine Practitioner, and therapist who guided me through TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises). From the moment we began, it was evident that Allison possesses a deep understanding of both the physical and psychological dimensions of stress, tension, and trauma. TRE® is truly innovative, working with the body's natural reflex mechanisms to release deeply ingrained patterns of tension. Allison expertly facilitated this process, creating a space of safety and trust that allowed me to fully engage with the practice. Her mindfulness and sensitivity were palpable throughout the session, ensuring that I felt supported and at ease every step of the way. Having not explored TRE® since my time at Harvard's American Repertory Theatre, I was amazed by the profound impact it had on me under Allison's guidance. The soothing vibrations and gentle release of muscular tension lef
LETTER TO RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NY Dear RMH NYC Admin, My name is Tramaine Montell Ford and I was a fairly recent guest at the Ronald McDonald House in Winfield, Illinois where my niece Ané Ford was housed for radiation treatments. I was forever changed by the experience of staying 2 weeks in RMH. The RMH’s mission, operating concept, facility, staff, volunteer staff, generous donors, and overall atmosphere blew me away as a place of healing, support, and joy for families— not just my own, but of other grateful families I had the pleasure of meeting while there. I love working with youth and have steadily for the past 5 years as a teaching Artist for The Town Hall's Arts in Education Outreach for a number of elementary and high schools in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and The Bronx. With The Town Hall NY, I thoroughly enjoyed fulfilling teaching artist residencies at Civic Leadership Academy and Excel Charter Schools , both of which culminated into rewarding and fun school performance