NARM 2027 - 2028

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NARM™ - THE NEUROAFFECTIVE RELATIONAL MODEL

Portugal

COHORT 2027-2028

We invite you to theTwo-Year Advanced Clinical Training in NARM™ (NeuroAffective Relational Model®)

NARM is a model for working with complex trauma that integratessomatic psychotherapy, attachment theory, andcontemporary neurobiological approaches. During this course, you will develop a profound understanding of how complex trauma impacts identity, behavior, and interpersonal relationships, and learn how to address these patterns without retraumatizing clients.

This training focuses on strengthening the therapist’s clinical competencies and supporting clients in releasing early survival strategies, guiding them toward a greater sense of connection, resilience, and vitality.

If you want to know more about NARM and NARM training please see the link for details: https://serintegral.pt/pt/formacao-profissional/the-neuroaffective-relational-model-narm

DATES OF COHORT 2027-2028

MODULE 1: 19 - 23 April 2027

MODULE 2: 13 - 17 September 2027

MODULE 3: 7-11 March 2028 (TBC)

MODULE 4: 27 June - July 2028 (TBC)

STRUCTURE OF THE TRAINING

The training comprises120 in-person hours, delivered over four five-day modules. It will be conducted in English with no consecutive interpretation.

The in-person format supports deep relational experience and close connection with other participants, which is essential for embodying the NARM® approach in clinical practice.

The training combines theoretical learning and practical application, including lectures, small group work, experiential exercises, and supervision. Participants will also have opportunities to attend live demonstration sessions conducted by the lead trainer, allowing them to observe practical applications of the NARM® model.

Six-month breaks between modules provide time for integration and personal practice. Between modules, participants can join online peer learning groups, supervision sessions, and access demonstration materials.

DETAILES CURRICULUM

Module 1 of the NARM^TMtraining aims to present:

NARM the model
Working with shock and developmental trauma
Working with top-down and bottom-up integrative approach
NARM organising principles
Overview of 5 adaptive survival styles
Distortions of life force
Distress and healing cycles
Pride and shame-based identifications
Reframing attachment and attachment loss
Introducing the 4 pillars of NARM
Establishing a therapeutic "contract”
The NARM Relational Model
Connection survival style
Connection: Clients whose access to sensations and feelings are compromised

Module 2 of the NARM^TMtraining aims to present:

Developmental process: Attachment and separation-individuation
Asking exploratory questions
Somatic mindfulness
Attunement survival style
Identifying and using resources
Working in present time with dual awareness
Reflecting positive shifts
Autonomy survival style
Working with anger and aggression
Working with shame and guilt

Module 3 of the NARM^TMtraining aims to present:

Trust survival style
Core vs default emotions
Anger and aggression
Narcissism and objectification
Narcissistic vs sadistic abuse
Supporting agency
Love-sexuality survival style
The psychobiological process of shame (“shame as a verb”)
Tracking expansion and contraction/connection and disconnection
“Drilling down” / deconstruction of experience (in the function of disidentification)
NARM languaging
Deepening study into the connection survival style issues, symptoms and related disorders
The polyvagal theory
Trait-survival style-personality disorder continuum
Identifying core dilemma: Core themes vs survival strategies (behaviours, symptoms, etc.)
Countertransference and the traps of goal-oriented, solution-focused psychotherapy

Module 4 of the NARM^TMtraining aims to present:

How to develop a working hypothesis
Freeze and intrapsychic conflict
Self-hatred and self-rejection
An overview of NARM’s different orientation to working with personality disorders
Therapist’s countertransference acting-out and re-enactment
Unmanaged empathy and therapist efforting
The interplay of the survival styles: Primary and secondary patterns
Survival styles as they relate to intimacy and sexuality
Developing capacity for pleasure
Working with couples
Working with identity
Disidentification: Loneliness and freedom
Supporting increasing complexity, capacity and resiliency
Addressing the physical structure of the adaptive survival styles
Working with the social engagement channels: Eyes, ears, face and touch
Integrating NARM effectively into our clinical practice
Addressing identity from both a psychological and non-Western perspective

Participants are required to attend all sessions of the program. Sessions of the Modules program are covered by the tuition fee, but supervision sessions have an extra cost as described below.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

The NARM® (NeuroAffective Relational Model®) is a copyrighted training program developed by Dr. Laurence Heller and certified by the NARM Training Institute (USA).
Only graduates who complete the full program and meet certification standards are authorized to use the NARM® title professionally.

Certification Criteria:

Attendance at all four in-person modules
Completion of a minimum of 10 accredited individual sessionswith a certified NARM® Practitioner
Completion of a minimum of 10 accredited supervision hours(including at least 3 individual and 2 group hours with the lead trainer)
Completion of 2 accredited individual supervision hoursfocused on reviewing a recorded NARM® session by the candidate

(All sessions and supervision hours are scheduled and paid for separately.)

Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible for listing in the International NARM® Therapist Directory.

WHO IS THE TRAINING FOR

Clinical Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Psychotraumatologists, Psychiatrists, Addition Therapists, participants of a full psychotherapeutic program or other advaced therapeutic education. Counsellors, Coaches and other Healing Practitioners with Psychotherapeutic Practice.

SCHEDULE

Days 1–3

8:00–10:00– Optional individual sessions / supervision
10:00–13:00– Morning session
13:00–15:00– Lunch break / optional supervision
15:00–18:30– Afternoon session
18:30– Optional individual sessions / supervision

Day 4

As above +19:00–21:00group supervision with the trainer

Day 5

8:00–9:30– Optional individual sessions / supervision
9:30–13:00– Morning session + module closing

There will be one Group Supervision with the teacher in one evening of the training. Day and time will be informed during first day of the training.

*TIME ZONE: GMT LISBON/LONDON

TRAINING TEAM

The international faculty consists of experts in trauma therapy with extensive clinical and teaching experience includind a Trainer, Assistant Trainers and Assistants in Training.

TRAINER

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BEATE LEISSE, MD - Specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy

Medical studies in Cologne 1986 - 1992
·Physician in internship 1993-1994 psychiatric dept. Klinikum Niederberg Velbert
·License to practice medicine on 1.11.1994
·Residency 11/1994 - 04/1998 psychiatric dept. Niederberg Clinic
·Recognition as a specialist in psychiatry 23.04.1998
·Worked as a medical doctor at the Niederberg Clinic until 31.12.1998
·Senior physician in the psychiatric dept. of the evangelic KH Bergisch Gladbach from Jan 1999 to Jan 2000
·Recognition of the additional title of psychotherapy 12/1999
·Parental leave from Jan 2000 - Jan 2003
Promotion 08/2001
Since Oct. 2003 working in own practice as medical psychotherapist
Certification as EMDR™ therapist Jan 2008
Certification as SE™ - Therapist March 2012
NARM™ Therapist Certificate - Sept 2014
NARM™ Master Therapist Certificate - Feb 2016

Since 2015, continuous assistance in various NARM™/NARM™ masterclass trainings in Europe with Dr. Laurence Heller and Michael Mokrus with the authorization to offer individual sessions dedicated to self-awareness, individual supervision and group supervision as part of the training. NARM™ teacher since 2022.

ASSISTANTS TRAINERS:

TBC

LANGUAGE:

The retreat will be guided in English, without consecutive translation.

VENUE:

Vilar Oporto Hotel (info here)

COSTS

1. TUITION FEES PER MODULE:

Payment Per Module: €1050 (VAT incl.)

Payment of all 4 Modules: €1010 * 4 Modules = €4040 (VAT incl.)

Payment by Installments (upon agreement with Ser Integral)

€1090 (VAT incl.) per module (we usually allow payment in two installments each module)

Repeating Participants: 20% discount on the standard fee (please contact us for payment details. Proof of participantion in previous training required. Limited spaces available)

Financial Difficulties: If you are coming from a country with significantly lower income levels compared to other European countries and are finding it difficult to cover the training costs, please reach out to us. We are open to exploring the possibility of a partial discount or other supportive arrangements.

* The fees cover participation in all in-person training modules and coffee breaks. They do not include accommodation, meals, or certification requirements (individual sessions and supervision).

2. SUPERVISION FEES

Individual Supervision (50 minutes): €120
Group Supervision (per participant): €65 - €120 (depending on the number of participants)

3. SELF-EXPERIENTIAL SESSIONS

Fee per session: €120

Please refer to full training requirements here.

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DETAILS:

By registering for the NARM™ Training in Portugal, participants are committing to the full training program, which consists of four modules.

To secure your place in the training, you are required to:

Pay a non-refundable deposit of €250 (VAT included) (see payment options below)
Send your CV along with the completed application for (link here) to geral@serintegral.pt

NARM TRAINING DEPOSIT PAYMENT - COHORT 2026-2027

Important: Please wait for confirmation of your acceptance before making any payments.

Once your application is reviewed and your participation is confirmed, you will receive:

A training contract with detailed payment information.
Confirmation of your acceptance no later than 3 months before the start of Module 1.

The €250 deposit is only refundable if you are not accepted into the training. If accepted, the deposit will be deducted from your total tuition fee.

Once admitted, the remaining tuition fee must be paid in full by the deadlines outlined in the contract.

Registration Deadline:

10th January 2027

Spaces are limited, so early confirmation is strongly recommended

Please do not buy any flights tickets until we confirm that the training is set to open.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation 4 months before the training starts: full refund minus €50 administrative fee + international bank charges.
After 4 Months before the training starts: no refunds (transfer for to another cohort may be possible. please contact us)
If Ser Integral needs to cancel, full refund of tuition only (no coverage of travel or accommodation costs.

IMPORTANT DATES

TBC

WHY AN INPERSON TRAINING

Why choose in-person training instead of online learning?

Live, experiential education is essential for integrating the NARM® model, which emphasizes the therapist’s embodied presence and the capacity for relational attunement.

In-person participation enables:

Direct experience of body awareness – key to trauma healing
Practice of attunement and co-regulation in real-time interaction
Strengthening nervous system regulation – the foundation of therapeutic relationships
Learning through embodied personal experience

This approach supports thenatural, coherent, and effective integration of NARM® into clinical practice.

ARRIVAL AND ATTENDANCE

Arrival between 9.15-9.30am on the first day of the training is required for check-in.
Full attendance is mandatory for certification purposes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The training will run with a minimum and maximum number of participants (places are limited).
In the event that the minimum number is not reached, Ser Integral – Centro Português de Mindfulness reserves the right to cancel the training.
The program may be subject to small adjustments according to the needs of the group and the flow of the training process.