Become a Certified Trauma-Informed Somatic Facilitator (300 Hours)

What is Science of Self Facilitator Certification Training? 

The Science of Self six‑month facilitation training is a 300‑hour psychotherapy and somatic embodiment certification, designed to help you safely and confidently lead trauma‑informed group and therapeutic containers—both in person and online.

Phase 1 – Personal Foundations

Begin with an immersive growth journey: deepen self-awareness, explore relational and autonomic patterns, and anchor your leadership in embodied presence.

Phase 2 – Clinical Practice (One-to-One)

Refine therapeutic skills for individual sessions—compassionate inquiry, somatic tracking, nervous system regulation, trauma‑aware ethics and consent.

Phase 3 – Relational Facilitation (Groups & Retreats)

Develop mastery in creating safety and group cohesion. Learn containment, rupture/repair, container design, and safe embodiment work in group settings. As a bonus, you will learn how to setup your business, build your offers, sales funnels and marketing processes.

At the end of the six months, participants who complete the training and requirements will earn a 300-hour certification in facilitation and psychotherapy practice.

Beyond gaining the skills to confidently guide trauma-informed groups, retreats, and one-to-one sessions, this journey is also a chance for deep personal growth and professional enrichment within a supportive community of peers.

Curriculum Highlights

You’ll learn: 

• Polyvagal Theory & Creating Relational Safety

• Working Ethically with Trauma Dynamics

• Somatic Embodiment, Breath Utility, Observational Movement Awareness, Clinical Tracking

• Parts Work, Shadow Integration, Intention Setting & Naming

• Clinical Assessment, Boundary Setting, and Facilitator Self‑Care

• Designing Group Containers, Online and In‑Person Retreat Frameworks

• Facilitating both Individual and Group Workshops with Clarity and Integrity

• Marketing, Ethics, and the Business of Therapeutic Facilitation

Certification & Post-Training Support

• Earn a 300‑hour accredited certificate upon completion

• Attend live masterclasses and group supervision for guidance and feedback

• Access our digital community platform for peer support 

• Join optional in-person immersions or intensives 

• Includes 6 months of post-certification supervision calls to support your transition into professional facilitation work

• Gain access to the 80 part Science Of Self Video Library
• Join our community for support and collaborative facilitation opportunities
• Practice rounds with cohort members - learn in a controlled, safe environment

Meet your guide

Murray Ash BSc (Sons) CI is a British-born psychotherapist, author, and educator specialising in trauma, behavioural patterns, purpose, and the relationship between the nervous system and human connection. His work integrates formal academic training with twenty years of global experiential study.

He studied Psychology and Sociology at A-Level before completing a BSc (Hons) at Staffordshire University. He later undertook sixteen years of mentorship under clinical hypnotherapist L. Traub, followed by advanced professional training in Compassionate Inquiry under Dr Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam Kaur, earning full accreditation and mentorship certifications. Murray also trained in Somatic Experiencing–informed methods (Peter Levine), IFS-informed parts work (Schwartz), and additional modalities within communication, attachment, and non-verbal behaviour, including a five-year immersion under a New York communications educator J. Maldonado.

Alongside his clinical education, he has spent two decades travelling across more than fifty countries, learning directly from teachers, communities, and cultural traditions that shaped his understanding of human behaviour, relational dynamics, and emotional healing.

Murray is the founder of The Science of Self, a therapeutic framework that blends clinical psychotherapy, somatic practice, and purpose-driven personal development. He teaches this work through one-to-one therapy, retreats, online courses, and educates facilitators through his formal Six-Month Facilitator and Mentorship Certifications designed to train practitioners, guides, and group leaders in his methodology.

His approach is grounded, relational, physiologically informed, and built on the understanding that everyone can learn to explore their inner-world, transform their patterns, and live in alignment with their authentic purpose.

What’s Included?

From Student to Skilled Facilitator: Your All-Inclusive Journey

12 Core Training Modules 

Bi-weekly sessions offering in-depth learning across psychotherapy, group dynamics, trauma-informed practice, and facilitation. Each module blends theory with practical frameworks you can apply immediately.

12 Somatic & Relational Practices 

Guided exercises exploring embodiment, nervous system regulation, and relational awareness — helping you embody the principles of facilitation rather than just study them.

12 Live Masterclasses with Murray (and replays) 

Interactive calls where you’ll receive direct teaching, supervision, and peer exchange. Space to ask questions, deepen your understanding, and integrate the material.

Facilitation Practice Labs 

Opportunities to practice leading within the group, receive constructive feedback, and build confidence in holding both one-to-one and group processes.

24 Weekly Integration Circles 

Group calls focused on Q&A, peer exchange, and mentorship. A supportive space to explore challenges, share insights, and strengthen your facilitation skills.

Supportive Online Community 

A dedicated learning hub to connect with peers, share experiences, and access resources. This is where ongoing dialogue and support between sessions happens.

300-Hour Certification in Psychotherapy & Facilitation 

On successful completion of the course requirements, you’ll receive a 300-hour certification — equipping you to confidently lead therapy-informed workshops, retreats, and group sessions.

5-Day In-Person Graduation (Bali, 2026) 

A closing intensive and graduation immersion, bringing the community together to integrate, celebrate, and step into your role as a facilitator.

Six Months of Post-Certification Supervision 

Monthly supervision calls after the training ends, providing ongoing support as you begin leading sessions, retreats, and groups in your own practice.