‑ IPNB & You ‑
Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) is a way of understanding the mind that brings together insights from science and the wisdom of human experience. It was developed by Dr. Dan Siegel, who saw that our well-being is deeply shaped by how our minds and our relationships interact.
At IPNB Psychotherapy of Austin, we use this approach to better understand the connections between your brain’s biology, the way you think and feel, and the relationships that shape your life. Our goal is to help you feel more balanced, resilient, and engaged in your world.
Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) is a way of understanding the mind that brings together insights from science and the wisdom of human experience. It was developed by Dr. Dan Siegel, who saw that our well-being is deeply shaped by how our minds and our relationships interact.
At IPNB Psychotherapy of Austin, we use this approach to better understand the connections between your brain’s biology, the way you think and feel, and the relationships that shape your life. Our goal is to help you feel more balanced, resilient, and engaged in your world.
How Does IPNB Help You?
IPNB teaches us that healthy minds comes from integration—when different parts of your brain work together smoothly and when your inner world connects well with others around you. This integration leads to a life that is flexible, adaptive, coherent, energized, and stable. If there are blocks or disruptions, it can create stress or struggle, and therapy can help address those issues.
By understanding how your mind and relationships influence each other, we tailor our therapy to support your unique needs. Whether we’re exploring your emotional responses, building healthier habits, or strengthening your connections with others, we use the latest science of IPNB to guide our work together.
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Personalized mental healthcare
Mental health is unique to each person. A healthy mind is flexible, adaptive, coherent, energized, and stable. We’ll help you explore what this looks like specifically for you, respecting what works best in your life and relationships.
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Identifying your inner resources
You already have so much within you. Our role is to help you uncover the inner and outer barriers that may be holding back your inner resources from fully emerging.
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Grasping the impact of early relationships
From birth, both nature and nurture shaped who you became. Many of the ways you learned to adapt are now so familiar they’re virtually automatic, even if they no longer serve you. Together, we’ll look at these early patterns to help you live the life you desire today.
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Embodied memory
Memories are stored in our bodies as well as our bodies. By paying attention to your sensations, images, behaviors, feelings, and meaning, we can better understand the beliefs and behaviors that influence your life today.
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Leveraging your adaptation
Your brain is continually growing and adapting, forming new connections throughout the lifespan. This means real change is not just possible—it’s natural. We’ll leverage this natural ability to help you shape the life you desire.
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Well-being through connection
Your best mental health emerges when all parts of your mind work together in an integrated way. This spontaneously emerges in safe, caring relationships. We’ll support you in building this sense of deep connection, where your whole self is welcome and valued.
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Whole-brain balance
Each side of your brain has different strengths. We’ll help you connect these strengths for a balanced, “whole-brained” approach to managing life’s ups and downs.
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Mindful self-awareness
Lasting change starts with understanding yourself with self-compassion, without judgement or agenda. We’ll explore the origins of your thoughts, feelings, and actions so you can accept and appreciate all parts of who you are.Only then will you be free to change.