NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM)

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I am Neuro-Affective Relational Model (NARM®) Level 2 and Masters level therapist. I have trained extensively at the NARM institute and have studied directly with Dr. Laurence Heller, the founder of the NARM Institute and the author of "Healing Developmental Trauma: How Early Trauma Affects Self-Regulation, Self-Image, and the Capacity for Relationship ".

I am currently enrolled in a year long level 2 training. In general, I see the world through a lense of CPTSD. Not to diangose folks but rather empower.

The primary model I draw from in my individual therapy work is a comprehensive, trauma informed model known as NARM. NARM is one of very few models designed to specifically address Complex PTSD and Developmental Trauma, and is focused heavily on bringing curiosity, agency and consent to the therapeutic space. NARM is a relatively new, innovative model that draws from a long history of psychological lineages. You can learn more about the NARM here: https://narmtraining.com/what-is-narm/

The NeuroAffective Relational Model(NARM) is a cutting-edge model for addressing attachment, relational and developmental trauma, by working with the attachment patterns that cause life-long psychobiological symptoms and interpersonal difficulties. “What are the patterns that are preventing me from being present to myself and others at this moment and in my life?"

The NARM model was developed specifically for the treatment of developmental trauma resulting from environmental failure in the early years of life, whether this be community violence or an ill-attuned caregiver. In work with all of my clients, I utilize the principles of open-inquiry, self-acceptance, and the promotion of agency to support my client's in exploring the dilemmas within themselves and in making the decisions that are right for them.

I have been training for NARM and believe in the healing power of it. NARM is a treatment for developmental and complex trauma. The reasons why I love NARM is that is is non-regressive, works in the moment, and does not pathologize. What is developmental and complex trauma? Developmental trauma stems from environmental fails while we were growing up and that our needs were not being met. Complex Trauma is repetitive traumatic events in a context of a relationship.

The NeuroAffective Relational Model(NARM) is an advanced clinical training for mental health professionals who work with complex trauma. NARM is a cutting-edge model for addressing attachment, relational and developmental trauma, by working with the attachment patterns that cause life-long psychobiological symptoms and interpersonal difficulties (https://narmtraining.com/).

I use NARM, character styles, and bioenergetics to address unresolved trauma, especially from developmental or relational wounds. NARM focuses on building connection to self and others, allowing clients to release survival patterns that no longer serve them. This model helps clients experience self-compassion, resilience, and freedom by addressing shame, identity, and deep beliefs on a body-based level.

I am a NARM trained therapist. The NeuroAffective Relational Model™ focuses on the fundamental tasks and functional unity of biological and psychological development. The NARM model: Integrates both a nervous system based and a relational orientation. Brings developmentally-informed clinical interventions that use body-mind mindfulness and an orientation to resources to anchor self-regulation in the nervous system. Works clinically with the link between psychological issues and the body by help

NARM is a cutting-edge model for addressing attachment, relational and developmental trauma, by working with the attachment patterns that cause life-long psychobiological symptoms and interpersonal difficulties. These early, unconscious patterns of disconnection deeply affect our identity, emotions, physiology, behavior and relationships. Learning how to work simultaneously with these diverse elements is a radical shift that has profound clinical implications for healing complex trauma.

I completed training through the NARM institute with Brad Kammer, Dr. Laurence Heller, and Stefanie Klein.

During my time as the lead therapist at a complex-trauma treatment center, I gained deep knowledge in the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), which was our primary therapeutic modality. NARM’s focus on the connections between attachment, sense of self, and emotional regulation allows me to effectively support clients in healing from developmental and complex trauma.