Meet Your Facilitators

I am the founder & director of the Integrated Somatic Institute and the intellectual developer & owner of the Triple Vagal Method® (TVM™). I'm a highly compassionate therapist and international educator in the fields of Psychosomatics & Healing.

In addition to my formal education, I also incorporate years worth of training from alternative & ancient modalities. I am passionate about transforming people's lives and healing PTSD.

Since a young boy, Xavier Bryon has always been fascinated by humanity, history, science, philosophy, poetry, psychology and how everything works. 

Directly after high school, Xavier began his now 24 year career in solving the questions around how we can heal.  leading Xavier to Educating, training, certifying and licensing in over 5000 hrs of both traditional academic institutional methods and also “alternative” healing modalities. This includes Medical Massage therapy, Manual Osteopathy, Holistic Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Trauma Therapy, Acupuncture, Acupressure, Shiatsu,  Medical Chi Gong, Kundalini Activation, BioDynamic and Upledger Cranial Sacral Therapy, Rolfing, Structural Integration, Myofascial Release, and more. During that same time Xavier built and maintained many successful professional practices in over 7 countries around the world, and helping 1000’s of individuals to find relief and healing.

Xavier began his career in Education over 15 years ago by first assisting best selling author Thomas Myers of Anatomy Trains and has amassed over 1000 hours of Assisting and Hosting directly with Thomas Myers in many of the bodywork and movement based courses offered by Anatomy Trains, including Tom Myers signature 500 Hour KMI Structural Integration certification.   13 years ago Xavier began his own teaching career with Courses of Bodywork, Energy Work and Trauma Resolving Therapy. In the last two years Xavier has Supported Majda in the building of the integrated Somatic Institute and also supporting the launching and teaching of The Triple Vagal Method.

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Dr. Whitney Colm is an Advanced TVM practitioner, facilitator, and educator. She is also a licensed chiropractor in the state of Texas. 

She has been studying and working with the nervous system for over 14 years, and has developed a profound ability to heal and reprogram it. 

Whitney is dedicated to supporting and guiding those who wish to learn TVM for their own healing journey and to serve others. 

Rene Refi is extremely devoted and passionate to somatic therapy. Freedom through embodiment is what she advocates for. She has studied many different forms of somatic healing from body work to yoga and is an Advanced TVM practitioner and Teacher.

She creates incredibly safe containers for people to experience transformational growth in a safe and trauma informed environment. Brining an essence of magic and connection to understanding the energetics of the consciousness of the body.

Trainings hosted by Rene will take you through a deep and powerful journey of self discovery and prepare you in becoming an incredible TVM practitioner.

For more information about Rene and the trainings she offers visit

Www.sohumsomatics.com 

Pippa is a passionate and empathic educator who brings insight from her career in mental health, somatic healing and adult education to provide powerful healing and learning experiences for those who choose to engage with this beautiful modality.

Pippa has studied various forms of somatics, developing a fascination with the limitless
potential that’s possible when we bring presence to the body, the breath, and the consciousness that is within us and around us.

She is passionate about creating thoughtfully
designed safe containers that will enable you to go deep on this profound journey of personal transformation and professional development.

Trainings with Pippa maintain the important balance of delivering impactful wisdom and facilitating deep inner work while creating space for humour, joy and a light hearted sense of play.

Pippa and Maddie are the leading TVM educators in Europe and beyond, offering transformational TVM Practitioner trainings as part of their Inner Alchemy Retreats offering.

To learn more about Pippa's offerings and upcoming trainings visit innersagesomatics.com

My deep fascination with the human mind led me on an eight-year journey of psychological study and self-discovery. This path has brought me to a life of clarity, abundance, and a profound connection to my true self.

As a TVM™ teacher, trauma therapist, ceremony facilitator, reiki master, and dedicated student & teacher of yoga and meditation, I’ve found a deep sense of peace and purpose that I’m passionate about sharing with others.

My journey with TVM™ has been life-changing, and it’s now my joy to teach this powerful modality to those seeking safety in their body, true balance and fulfillment. In addition to TVM™, I integrate belief systems, somatics, embodiment practices, and shamanism into my work.

I’m here to help you reclaim the calm, regulated nervous system you deserve and guide you toward a life filled with purpose, joy, abundance, and ease. Let’s walk this path together, unlocking the peace and potential that awaits you.

Jess' teaching journey began in 2019 in a small spiritual community based on yogic principles, devotion and karma yoga, where she learned to guide others in the practice of Hatha yoga, and to guide new community members and program participants through what can often be a challenging integration into ashram life. ​

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When TVM™ entered her life four years later, she immediately felt called to become an educator in this incredible method, to help more people release their traumas, and support others on that same journey. 

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Jess loves to learn as she teaches, following the same principles when facilitating that we adhere to when we practice TVM™: Listen, believe, and witness with love and compassion. 

Cathy remains captivated by the extraordinary intricacies of the body’s connection between mind and body—the unfolding of endless possibilities for self-discovery and the profound interconnectedness of our world. 

As a warmhearted educator, Cathy is deeply committed to guiding and supporting those who seek collective healing. She integrates Eastern wisdom and somatic healing into the fabric of learning, enriching the playground of knowledge with diverse perspectives. She brings forth all to empower and uplift, recognizing the profound potency of this transformative modality, the Triple Vagal Method.

I am driven by a genuine interest in consciousness, where I seek to understand the depths of the human mind, body, and spirit connection. This journey has been marked by resilience, creativity, and a desire to inspire others to explore the horizons of the self and the world around them.

My deepest exploration has been the healing of my own wounds, which TVM was a big component in helping me understand and regulate my nervous system.  I had tried about every healing modality but still felt stuck until I found TVM.  This process of transformation inspired me to become a TVM practitioner/teacher to share this beautiful method with others.

My background includes a Master of Arts (MA) in psychology, complemented by a wide range of consciousness experiences, extensive knowledge of meditation, and a 200 hour Kundalini Yoga training. Initially drawn to counseling, my path led me to become a photographer and artist, yet my desire to assist others persisted. Becoming a TVM practitioner/teacher has rekindled that passion, and I am thrilled to offer this transformative modality to those in need.

Tailor is a vibrant and passionate individual, dedicated to helping others achieve nervous system balance while embracing life with a child like wonder, curiosity and authenticity. Her journey began in her early 20s when an autoimmune disorder, years of unhappiness and substance abuse sparked a deep yarning for change and sent her on a path of healing and self discovery. This challenge ignited a fascination with the intricate connection between the nervous system, the human body, and holistic healing practices.

After completing her 200-hour yoga teacher training in November 2023 and achieving sobriety in 2024, Tailor has become a facilitator in the Triple Vagal Method (TVM). Her mission is to foster profound healing and growth, both for herself and those who welcome her guidance on their path to well-being. Tailor is dedicated to offering transformative experiences to anyone ready for deep, meaningful expansion.

Contact Information:

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Email: TVMwithtailor@outlook.com

Instagram: @tvmwithtailor