Trauma-informed training & nervous system literacy
for teams working in complex, high-pressure environments
Building the human capacity for clearer thinking, steadier decision-making, ethical practice and stronger collaboration under pressure.
Work today can be demanding and complex.
 When work is complex, emotionally demanding and relentless, even skilled and well-intentioned teams start to fray. Conversations shorten. Decisions become reactive. Collaboration takes more effort. Creativity narrows.
This isn’t a failure of people or leadership. It’s what happens when the nervous system is under sustained load, and the systems around people don’t account for it.
Our change partners
Some organisations we have worked with
This isn't about adding an add-on wellbeing programme.
It's about building the human capacity that keeps teams thinking clearly, working ethically and sustaining their practice over the long term.
What we do
We help teams build the human capacity to work with complexity, pressure and relational challenge — without burning out.
Our training combines trauma-informed practice, nervous system literacy and somatic intelligence so your people can:
- Stay clear under pressure : Recognise when stress is affecting thinking and decision-making, and use nervous system tools to regulate and refocus in real time.
- Work trauma-aware Understand how trauma shows up in individuals, teams and systems — and create psychologically safer environments that support sustainable practice.
- Strengthen collaboration : Build the relational capacity to stay connected, navigate conflict and co-create even when the work is emotionally demanding.
This work is designed to support individuals and teams to work more sustainably and work better together.
Programs & offerings
What we offer
Practical training, consulting and CPD, tailored to your team, sector and context.Â
Training Workshops
Training in trauma-informed practice, nervous system literacy and relational capacity. Designed for teams who work with complexity, conflict or emotionally demanding situations.
Team Programs
Longer-term programs that embed trauma-aware practice into your team's culture and systems. Includes facilitation, coaching and practical tools for sustainable change.
Consulting & Facilitation
Co-design, strategic support and facilitation for organisations building trauma-informed approaches across teams, services or whole systems.
Upcoming public offerings
A small online practice circle for people navigating complex work with care, designers, facilitators, practitioners, leaders, carers and others inside systems. Short pieces of theory with simple somatic practices and shared reflection, helping you build capacity within community.
Being with your nervous system in complex times for AU/US/ASIA
Being with your nervous system in complex times An embodied practice circle When the work is complex, we regularly find
Being with your nervous system in complex times for AU / EU
Being With Your Nervous System in Complex Times is a live, online, four‑session circle for people who work with complexity
Testimonials
What people are saying
Who we work with
Teams navigating high pressure contexts and complexity, including:
- Legal teams & practices
- Health & allied health services
- Government & public sector
- Community services & NFPs
- Design & research teams
- Any professional services team under sustained pressure
About Jax Wechsler
Jax is a trauma-informed practitioner, facilitator and systemic designer with over 20 years’ experience supporting professional teams in high-stakes environments. She has trained 800+ practitioners globally and is a contributing author to Designed with Care.
Ready to support your team to work with more clarity, steadiness and care?
Let’s explore your team's needs
Trauma-informed training and nervous system literacy for teams navigating pressure, complexity and change.
Let’s explore what would be most useful for your people and context.
Book a discovery call or send a message.
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Acknowledgment to country​
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands of the Gadigal and Yuin people and their ancestors who have lived in harmony with this land for thousands of years. We pay our respects to elders past and present for their deep knowledge, wisdom and connection to land, sky and waters. We thank them for their Care for Country and extend that respect to all First Nations people.