The Centre for Healing Podcast

Ryan Hassan, Melissa Hiemann & Matt Kay
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Welcome to The Centre for Healing Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Brought to you by The Centre for Healing, this podcast features expert insights, transformative stories, and practical tools for overcoming trauma, fostering resilience, and embracing holistic healing. Whether you’re on your own healing journey or supporting others in theirs, each episode is designed to inspire growth, spark self-discovery, and empower you to live a balanced, thriving life. Tune in and join the conversation as we explore the many paths to true healing and wholeness.

  1. Personal Healing & Trauma-Informed Meditation with Ava Irani

    4D AGO

    Personal Healing & Trauma-Informed Meditation with Ava Irani

    Ava is the director of Functional Spirituality and the popular yoga and meditation centre Spanda School in Fremantle, W.A. She is a philosopher with a degree from the University of Sydney, retreat leader, business owner and somatic therapist. Her deepest passions are non-dual philosophy, community healing and looking at the impacts of spirituality. Her business has been offering meditation training and silent retreat to thousands of students over the past 10+ years. Ava's path started with a fervor for awakening and non-duality. However over the years her path has matured with a more functional approach. Her work now considers the wide-spread complex trauma that lies at the heart of almost every obstacle to happy, healthy and connected living, and marries profound mystical approaches with nervous system regulation.She has trained with Paul Muller-Ortega (Blue throat yoga), NARM (complex trauma), Cecily Milne (yoga detour), the Centre for Healing to name a few. Ava is predominantly known for her thriving yoga studio, silent retreats in nature and the phenomenal teachers that emerge from her yoga and trauma-informed certifications. She lives in beautiful, rural Western Australia with her family and animals. She has recently teamed up with The Centre for Healing to offer courses and an Instructor Training on Trauma-Informed Meditation.   TI Meditation Instructor Training:https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/ti-meditation-instructor  Meditation Instructor Training Webinar:https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/mit-pre-training-registration  Short Course - Foundations of TI Meditation:https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/trauma-informed-meditation-foundations  Free 7 Day Meditation Challenge:https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/offers/92J8TtBk/checkout

    48 min
  2. Blending Spirituality & Healing with Nicole Merges

    FEB 19

    Blending Spirituality & Healing with Nicole Merges

    Nicole Merges is the founder of Brightsol Wellness and the creator of Roots to Rise: Release, Reclaim, Rise, a 90-day transformational program designed to help purpose-driven women get out of their own way to uncover the root cause of what’s keeping them stuck, release old patterns, and rise into a life aligned with their deepest truth and power. As a Root Cause Therapist, certified trauma-informed manifestation coach, minister, chaplain, plant-based certified coach, and member of the Tarot Mysticism Academy, Nicole blends deep spiritual wisdom, root cause therapy, energy healing, and practical manifestation tools to help her clients break free from cycles that no longer serve them. Download the FREE Harmonious Life Tracker below to follow along:  https://mailchi.mp/75f19ff565ff/harmonious-life-tracker-download  Book a FREE Clarity Call https://brightsolwellness.practicebetter.io/#/68a143affb48893091c598b5/bookings?step=services    Connect with Nicole via email: brightsolwellnessllc@gmail.com    Connect With Nicole On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.merges/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemerges/   Substack: https://substack.com/@nicolemerges  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NicoleMerges   Facebook: https:/www.facebook.com/brightsolwellness

    47 min
  3. How do we prevent traumatising our children with Tara Russell

    FEB 11

    How do we prevent traumatising our children with Tara Russell

    Trauma-Aware Parenting — A Conversation with Tara Russell & Melissa Hiemann In this heartfelt and honest episode, Melissa Hiemann and Tara Russell — co-creators of the Trauma-Aware Parenting Course — open up about the real journey of parenting while healing your own inner child. They share candid life updates and reflections on the messy, beautiful balance of raising kids while managing work, health, and personal growth. Tara speaks vulnerably about how becoming a parent led her to explore embodied processing and somatic awareness practices that completely changed the way she relates to her children. Together, they explore how trauma shapes our parenting patterns, why nervous-system regulation is the foundation of connection, and how self-awareness helps us move from reactivity to presence. This conversation is both deeply personal and profoundly practical — a reminder that every step we take toward healing ourselves brings healing to our families, too. If you’re ready to parent with more presence, compassion, and confidence, learn more about the Trauma-Aware Parenting Course here: https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/trauma-aware-parenting Connect with Tara here - https://www.creatingmindfulminds.com/ Follow Tara on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/centred.in.connection/

    26 min
  4. Friendships, client boundaries and connecting with your higher self with Valery and Melissa

    JAN 21

    Friendships, client boundaries and connecting with your higher self with Valery and Melissa

    In this episode of The Centre for Healing Podcast, Mel sits down with Valery Alignment—a multidisciplinary practitioner, mentor, and teacher—for a heartfelt, wide-ranging conversation that feels like two friends having coffee. Together, they explore what it really means to live and work as a trauma-informed practitioner, especially when your life is full (motherhood, business, healing work) and your nervous system is your most important tool. Key topics & takeaways (bullet points) Adult friendships and why healing can change your social circle Why practitioners must develop stronger boundaries (time, energy, identity) Pricing and charging as a nervous system and values conversation (not hourly worth) Agency and sovereignty: trauma-informed work means respecting the client’s deeper “yes/no” Nervous system + energetics: two expressions of the same system (the “antenna”) The myth of “love and light” and why anger can be constructive and healthy React vs respond: creating a pause before action “You are the niche”: competition narratives dissolve when you embody your unique signature Mentorship matters: self-awareness grows, but blind spots remain Valerie’s program: The Holistic Human (Practice mastery, self-mastery, intuition mastery) Guest bioValery is a holistic teacher, guide, and founder of Valery Alignment. Her work sits at the intersection of applied psychology, spirituality, emotional development, and energetic mastery. She supports practitioners, self-healers, and leaders in understanding human patterns, dismantling internal blocks, and aligning their lives and work with truth, integrity, and purpose. Valery is the creator of The Holistic Human and PostureCraft™️, and teaches through systems she has lived, tested, and embodied—bringing depth, clarity, and structure to inner work beyond trends or surface-level healing. Links: Website: https://www.valeryalignment.au/ VA IG: https://www.instagram.com/valery.alignment/ PC IG: https://www.instagram.com/posture_craft/ The Holistic Human, designed to support practitioners to deepen their skills and self-mastery through three pillars:https://www.valeryalignment.au/the-holistic-human-2026 Trauma-Aware Parenting - https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/trauma-aware-parenting Find out more about The Centre for Healing and explore our trainings here - https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/

    59 min
  5. Emotional Mirroring Between Humans and Their Pets with Fabienne Wydler

    JAN 14

    Emotional Mirroring Between Humans and Their Pets with Fabienne Wydler

    Show Notes: Healing with Pets and Humans Guest: Fabienne Wydler In this heartfelt conversation, we explore the powerful and often overlooked relationship between humans and their animal companions—and how healing can unfold on both sides of the leash. Key Takeaways: Our pets often mirror unresolved emotions, unexpressed needs, and weakened boundaries in their human companions, gently holding space for what wants to be seen and healed. Deepening your connection and attunement with your pet can offer profound insights into your own emotional world, supporting personal growth and transformation. Animals provide a non-judgemental, emotionally safe presence—particularly supportive for neurodivergent children who may find it easier to express themselves with animals than with people. Behavioural challenges in pets (such as anxiety, aggression, or destructiveness) often point to deeper emotional or relational dynamics within the human–animal bond. Healing the root cause can create lasting change for both. Resources Mentioned: Fabienne Wydler’s website: fabiennewydler.com Free booklet on emotional mirroring: Available for download via Fabienne’s website Connect with Fabienne: Instagram: @healingwithfabienne YouTube: Heal With Animals Facebook Group: Heal With Animals

    32 min
  6. Exploring & Enquiring into Parts

    JAN 8

    Exploring & Enquiring into Parts

    Podcast Episode: Exploring and Inquiring into Parts Guests: Ryan Hassan & Matt Kay Episode Overview In this insightful episode, Ryan Hassan and Matt Kay guide listeners through the fascinating world of parts work, explaining how different aspects of ourselves form, interact, and influence our behaviours. They share practical tools for relating to these parts with curiosity and compassion, as well as embodied techniques for deeper self-exploration. Key Topics Covered 1. Understanding Parts What are "parts" and how do they form? How parts develop as coping mechanisms during childhood experiences and challenging environments. Understanding internal conflicts and self-sabotaging behaviours that arise when parts are in opposition. 2. Relating to Parts Adopting a compassionate and curious approach to your parts. Welcoming all parts of yourself—even those you may dislike or want to suppress. Recognising that parts are aspects of yourself, not separate entities. 3. Embodied Inquiry Exploring parts through embodied inquiry, a somatic, felt-sense method. Sample inquiry questions: When did this part first emerge? How has it served or sabotaged you? What does it believe about you or the world? What does it need, and what would happen if it weren’t present? Key Insights & Takeaways Parts are often created as survival mechanisms, helping maintain autonomy and connection, particularly after developmental trauma or a lack of safety and empathy. Healing involves integration and wholeness, where all parts are acknowledged and understood. Cultivating the ability to compassionately witness your parts and respond to their needs with empathy is crucial for personal growth, individuation, and lasting healing. Resources & Next Steps Embodied Processing (EP) provides a structured approach to exploring and working with parts. Click the Embodied Processing free pre-training here - https://www.thecentreforhealing.com/embodied-processing-pretraining For personalized guidance, consider reaching out to Ryan, Matt, or a certified EP practitioner.

    51 min
  7. Working with the Inner Critic

    12/17/2025

    Working with the Inner Critic

    Episode Overview In this insightful episode, Ryan Hassan and Noel Haarburger explore the inner critic—its origins, mechanisms, and how it influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Listeners are guided through understanding the difference between a healthy conscience and an unhealthy inner critic, learning strategies to engage with it, and cultivating self-compassion and personal resilience. Key Topics Covered Understanding the Inner Critic Also referred to as the inner judge or superego. Plays a role in shaping self-perception and behavior. Origins and Development Often rooted in childhood experiences and early survival strategies. Cultural expectations and societal norms can amplify the inner critic. Inner Critic Dynamics Interaction with the “victim” part of the self and coping strategies. Contradictory demands that often create internal conflict. Healthy vs. Unhealthy Conscience Healthy conscience guides ethical behavior and personal growth. Unhealthy inner critic fosters guilt, shame, and self-judgment. Futility and Pervasiveness Inner critic demands are often impossible to satisfy. Can manifest in multiple areas of life, creating chronic stress. The Myth of Necessity Belief that high achievement requires a harsh inner critic is false. Self-Compassion Central to countering the inner critic. Involves developing the “adult self” to nurture, protect, and guide the inner child. Key Insights & Takeaways The inner critic often begins as a childhood survival mechanism. Cultural and societal pressures compound its intensity. Awareness and observation of the inner critic is crucial for transformation. The inner critic is contradictory, leading to emotional and physical exhaustion. Effective strategies include: Using humor and paradox to disrupt its patterns. Practicing assertiveness to set boundaries with internal judgments. Cultivating self-compassion and an adult self to respond rather than react. Practical Conclusions & Actions Daily Dialogue: Regularly engage in conversations with the inner critic to understand its motivations. Dual Awareness: Develop the capacity to observe the inner critic without fully identifying with it. Origin Exploration: Reflect on situations that trigger the inner critic and their roots. Defend & Disengage: Learn to protect yourself while maintaining compassion for the inner critic and the self. Listen and Learn: This episode provides actionable guidance for anyone looking to transform the impact of their inner critic, reduce internal conflict, and cultivate a more compassionate, empowered self.

    1h 1m
  8. Understanding & Setting Healthy Boundaries

    12/10/2025

    Understanding & Setting Healthy Boundaries

    Understanding Boundaries and Boundary Setting Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Noel Haarburger and Ryan explore the art of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. They discuss why boundaries matter, how they are shaped by early experiences, and offer practical strategies for cultivating strong, flexible boundary skills. Whether you tend to be overly accommodating or struggle with rigidity, this episode provides tools and perspectives to help you navigate relationships with confidence and authenticity. Key Topics Covered The Cell Membrane Analogy: Understanding boundaries as flexible yet protective, like a cell membrane. Boundary Extremes: Recognizing patterns of being too accommodating versus overly guarded. Anger and Assertiveness: How integrating these emotions supports effective boundary setting. Early Attachment and Trauma: How childhood experiences influence boundary patterns in adulthood. Practical Exercises: Saying “yes” and “no” with clarity Visualizing personal boundary spaces Role-playing real-life boundary scenarios Insights and Takeaways Healthy boundaries are a cornerstone of personal growth, yet many struggle to establish and maintain them. Suppressing anger or assertiveness can create resentment and emotional blocks; embracing these emotions is essential. Self-awareness, emotional integration, and vulnerability are crucial for reclaiming your capacity to set boundaries. Boundary work is relational—surrounding yourself with supportive people enhances your growth. Sustainable boundary development requires ongoing self-reflection, self-compassion, and challenging limiting beliefs. Resources Mentioned Gabor Maté – Exploring the link between boundaries, anger, and physical health. Book: When the Body Says No by Gabor Maté Connect with Us Join the Healing Hub membership for ongoing support and resources: The Healing Hub  For questions or enquiries, email: support@thecentreforhealing.com.au

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Welcome to The Centre for Healing Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Brought to you by The Centre for Healing, this podcast features expert insights, transformative stories, and practical tools for overcoming trauma, fostering resilience, and embracing holistic healing. Whether you’re on your own healing journey or supporting others in theirs, each episode is designed to inspire growth, spark self-discovery, and empower you to live a balanced, thriving life. Tune in and join the conversation as we explore the many paths to true healing and wholeness.

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