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S3 - E10 - Dr. Laurence Heller - A Meaningful And Insightful Conversation On Healing Developmental Trauma

Jul 8, 2023
Renowned trauma expert, Dr. Laurence Heller, discusses the impact of trauma on the nervous system, adaptive survival styles, and the importance of somatic awareness in healing developmental trauma. He introduces his NeuroAffective Relational Model™ and shares real-life case studies showcasing its effectiveness. The conversation also touches on the future of trauma therapy and innovative approaches reshaping trauma understanding and healing.
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  • NARM integrates attachment theory, somatic therapy, and offers a present-moment oriented approach in trauma therapy.
  • High levels of arousal in developmental trauma impact the autonomic nervous system's sympathetic response, leading to emotional dysregulation.

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Dr. Lawrence Heller's Background and NARM Model

Dr. Lawrence Heller, a renowned therapist, developed the Neuro-Affective Relational Model (NARM) focusing on attachment, somatic therapy, and non-western traditions. It highlights the impact of adaptive survival mechanisms on symptoms rather than the trauma itself. NARM integrates attachment theory, somatic psychotherapy, and offers a present-moment oriented approach, differentiating it from traditional models.

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