Movement changes lives.
Supporting humans from the brainstem, up.
BRMT is a cause-oriented approach to primitive reflex integration — used with infants, children, adults, and seniors around the world for over 30 years.
How does BRMT work?
Three systems that are rarely considered together — fascia, mitochondria, and the brainstem — may explain how gentle rhythmic movement produces the changes practitioners see in their clients.
In her essay on the fascia-mitochondria-brain axis, neuroanatomist Dr. Amanda Conta Steencken proposes that the brainstem signals safety from above while the fascia signals it from below, and mitochondria sitting at the intersection shift out of defense and into repair.
"From defense to repair. From inflammation to resolution. From holding to healing."
Dr. Amanda Conta Steencken — former neuroanatomy professor and BRMT Level One instructor
New online course coming soon - Foundations of BRMT
Learn BRMT online, at your own pace
BRMT Foundations is a self-paced introduction to primitive reflex integration — built for practitioners who want a clinical tool they can use in their very next session.
By the end, you'll be able to:
Identify active reflexes through symptom patterns and visual observation, with or without formal testing
Use passive and active BRMT movements with clients, yourself, and families at home
Recognize the Moro reflex and understand its role in anxiety, sensory sensitivity, and dysregulation
Apply what you learn immediately — each movement takes under two minutes
Know what to expect — dosing, signs of overwhelm, and how to respond
Includes real case examples, guidance for implementation at home and in the clinic, previews of Levels 1, 2, and 3, and an official certificate for 4 hours of CEUs.
Contact Riley Wagner at riley@brmtusa.com for more information or to reserve your founder’s discount.
Learn online and in-person
Fully online courses that meet weekly or over two days. One-on-one sessions with trained instructors and practitioners. In-person trainings available for clinics and groups on request.
CEUs for OTs and PTs
Every BRMT course, online and in person, is accepted by AOTA and NBCOT for occupational therapy continuing education credits, and by the New York State Board of Physical Therapy for PTs. Most states share reciprocity with New York — check with your board.
From 1 day old to 95
BRMT is the only reflex integration technique that can be used with infants — and it's used just as regularly with adults and seniors.
Infants and children with delays, learning challenges, and unexplained symptoms. Adults with chronic pain, tension, anxiety, and stress. The same foundational work, adapted for every stage of life.
What our Students are Saying
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“Best training I have attended in my 22 year career. [Kate Wagner] is knowledgeable and passionate about this treatment. Her enthusiasm draws you into the course.”
— Amy M.
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"I woke up without pain for the first time in months. I feel ten times better today than I did yesterday."
— A. Dale
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"When my son started BRMT, he was reading below grade-level. Now, after one summer, he is reading fluently and no longer needs my help to read an entire chapter. This has made a huge difference in his independence.
— Kathryn P.
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"I was afraid I’d have to quit homeschooling because of the wide variety of attention and behavior challenges we were having. Willing to try one more thing that might actually make a difference, I enrolled in BRMT Level One and started practicing what I learned with my children. Hope springs eternal! They’re becoming self-motivated, able to focus longer, and enjoying school much more. So am I. The topic of primitive reflexes is relatively obscure and academic, but Riley and Kate made it understandable and actionable. Plus, the classes were just plain fun!"
- Rebekah M.
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"As a Waldorf elementary school teacher, I found the Level 1 BRMT training with Riley and Kate incredibly valuable, as I learned many new exercises to support students with sensory integration and ADHD. Riley and Kate were warm, supportive, and deeply knowledgeable instructors who created a welcoming learning environment. I left the training feeling confident and inspired to implement these techniques in my classroom. I’m excited to continue my BRMT training and further develop these skills."
- Jaimie B.
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"During the 35 year period that I have practiced as a physical therapist, I have used myriad healing interventions for my clients. Several months ago I learned and initiated the regular use of BRMT in my clinic. Since then, I've observed that BRMT is the single most powerful intervention of my career regarding body healing and remedy for balance, gait pattern and posture issues."
— D. Musial, DPT
Ready to begin?
Take a course — Level 1 is open to everyone, no prerequisites
Book a session — work one-on-one with a trained practitioner
Questions? — riley@brmtusa.com