Therapeutic Approaches
NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM)
NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model), created by Dr. Laurence Heller, is a way of working with the lasting effects of early and complex trauma. It focuses on the patterns we develop—often without realizing it—as a way to stay safe or get through hard experiences in childhood. These patterns can stay with us and impact how we relate to ourselves and others as adults.
Instead of diving into all the details of the past, NARM helps you gently explore where disconnection may have taken root—whether from your body, your emotions, or your sense of self. It blends body-based awareness with curiosity about your thoughts, feelings, and relationships, all in a way that’s grounded, respectful, and empowering.
At its core, NARM is about helping you come home to yourself—with more connection, clarity, and the ability to live from a place that feels more true to who you are.
Crucible Therapy is a powerful approach to couples work that helps you grow both as individuals and as partners. It’s based on the idea that healthy relationships require each person to stay grounded in who they are—even when things get uncomfortable. Rather than avoiding tough conversations or walking on eggshells, this model encourages honest dialogue and emotional growth.
Real change can be uncomfortable, and Crucible Therapy doesn’t shy away from that. Together, we’ll explore how to navigate the anxiety that naturally comes up when we speak our truth, set boundaries, or challenge long-standing patterns. Over time, this work helps couples create clearer communication, stronger connection, and more fulfilling intimacy.
Developed by Dr. David Schnarch, the heart of Crucible Therapy is the practice of differentiation—the ability to stay connected to yourself while staying connected to your partner. In relationships, this looks like managing emotional reactivity, expressing your needs clearly and respectfully, and honoring your partner’s individuality without losing your own. It’s not always easy—but it’s deeply rewarding, and I’m here to walk alongside you through the process.
Crucible Therapy for Couples
Brainspotting is a powerful therapy approach that helps you process and release the deeper roots of emotional pain, trauma, or stuck patterns—especially the ones that feel hard to name or explain. It uses the connection between your eyes, brain, and body to gently access parts of your experience that may be beyond words but still deeply affect how you feel and function.
This method, developed by Dr. David Grand, works within the safety of the therapeutic relationship. As we build trust and connection, Brainspotting allows us to go deeper—supporting healing not just through talking, but through your nervous system and body. It’s a focused, grounding process that helps many people feel real relief from long-held emotional or physical tension.
If you’ve tried traditional talk therapy and feel like something is still missing, Brainspotting might be the next step to help you move forward with more ease and clarity.
Brainspotting
Minwalla Model:
Deceptive Sexuality and Trauma Treatment (DSTT)
DSTT is a therapy model designed to support individuals and couples dealing with the painful impact of infidelity, compulsive sexual behavior, or sex addiction. It doesn’t just focus on the behavior itself—it also addresses the emotional fallout, the breakdown of trust, and the trauma experienced by partners, children, and the broader family system.
This approach moves away from outdated labels like “co-sex addict” and instead recognizes the very real psychological and relational harm caused by secrecy and betrayal. DSTT helps clients understand the deeper patterns behind the deception, while offering partners a clear path toward healing from the trauma of relational abuse and violation of integrity.
Developed by Dr. Omar Minwalla, this model is rooted in clinical research and offers a structured, trauma-informed path for individuals and couples ready to face the truth, rebuild trust, and work toward meaningful change.
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