The Neuro-Affective Relational Model (NARM) is a therapeutic approach designed to address complex trauma and its impact on emotional and relational functioning. NARM focuses on how early developmental experiences, particularly those involving attachment and relational trauma, shape an individual's nervous system, emotional responses, and sense of self.

This model emphasizes the connection between the brain, body, and emotions, and it integrates neuroscience with attachment theory to understand how trauma affects the nervous system and relationships. Unlike traditional trauma therapies that focus primarily on the trauma itself, NARM takes a relational and developmental perspective, working with clients to help them reconnect with their true selves, regulate emotions, and heal from past wounds.

NARM aims to restore a sense of agency, self-regulation, and healthy attachment patterns, allowing individuals to experience more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. It is particularly effective in treating clients who have experienced developmental trauma, neglect, or early emotional wounding. The therapy works on a deep level, targeting both the emotional and physiological aspects of trauma, and encourages personal growth and healing.

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Shadow Work involves integrating our conscious selves with the aspects of our personality that we typically repress, like our shadow sides. Repression can manifest through denial, resistance, or unawareness. Shadow Work is a deeply meditative experience, that begins with grounding and meditation and then moves into visualization and dialogue with shadow aspects. This is generally done lying down with eyes closed.

By approaching these aspects with love and tenderness, we learn to embrace and welcome the darkness within us. It's within this embrace that true healing unfolds. Often, we're unaware of what lies behind our fear, disconnection, and suffering.

Shadow work leads us directly to the heart of the matter, where we gain understanding of what's holding us back from authentic aliveness and what we truly desire for ourselves. Shadow Work is a deeply meditative experience that begins with grounding and meditation and then moves into visualization and dialogue with shadow aspects. This is generally done lying down with eyes closed although can be done sitting up.

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Transforming Touch therapy is an attachment-focused, neurophysiological modality utilizing hands-on healing to gently intervene with an individual's nervous system. It focuses on the idea that the body holds emotional and energetic imprints from past experiences, and that by working with these imprints through gentle, intentional touch, a person can release stored tension, trauma, and negative emotions, and increase nervous system regulation. The therapy encourages a deeper connection between the body and mind, promoting healing on both physical and emotional levels.

I use a variety of touch techniques to help you feel relaxed so that you can access your body's natural healing abilities. The process is designed to help you feel safe and supported, which can lead to reduced stress, pain relief, and an increased sense of well-being. It's a non-invasive and nurturing therapy that can support you in your journey through developmental trauma healing and personal growth.