Laurence Heller

Listen to Richard Schwartz, founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Laurence Heller, founder of NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), discuss the focus on the 'Self' in their models despite trauma. They emphasize the undamaged state of the Self and how both IFS and NARM support individuals in returning to their authentic selves for healing. The conversation delves into the similarities between the two models and their approach to addressing complex trauma.

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.

Dr. Laurence Heller and Brad Kammer discuss NARM & Heartfulness, emphasizing reconnecting with the heart in healing from trauma, the impact of early loss on shutting down emotions, and integrating heartfulness into therapeutic processes.

Clinical psychologist Laurence Heller, PhD, discusses the development of NARM and its application in healing developmental trauma. The conversation touches on the evolution of therapeutic models, exploring anger and fear, and the importance of addressing unresolved issues in therapy.

Dr. Laurence Heller and Brad Kammer delve into unresolved anger leading to anxiety, NARM approach to reconnecting with authentic self, difference between healthy rage and unresolved anger, NARM's role in addressing impulses towards violence, importance of containment over catharsis, and exploring primary emotions for expansiveness and freedom.