Published Articles

In our paper, we propose a fresh perspective on colonisation in Aotearoa New Zealand, viewing it not just as a historical event but as an ongoing trauma that affects generations through biological, psychological, and relational pathways. We invite you to explore how this framing can deepen our understanding of its contemporary impacts.​

In our paper, we explore the Maramataka as the foundational temporal structure of Te Poutama Ora, a unique Māori wellness framework. We also introduce Te Ngāhau Kiri, a companion program designed to support deeper healing before participants embark on the nine-step wellness journey. We invite you to read more about this integration of traditional knowledge and contemporary wellness practices!​

We introduce the Tinana Autophagy framework, the final piece of the Te Poutama Ora model, which emphasizes the body's role as an archive of our experiences and identities. By integrating the physical, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions, we explore how fasting and somatic release can lead to holistic healing within a Māori wellness context. We invite you to read our paper and share your thoughts!​

We present the Hinengaro Autophagy framework, which emphasizes the importance of addressing relational, spiritual, and identity wounds before tackling mental and emotional patterns. By viewing these patterns as adaptive responses rather than pathologies, we introduce a fresh perspective on healing that integrates mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. We invite you to read our paper and share your thoughts!​

In our paper, we explore the concept of dimensional autophagy through the lens of seven symbolic deaths over four decades, revealing a profound process of transformation rather than mere loss. We invite you to consider how these experiences intertwine wairua and tuakiri, and how they resonate with both personal and broader cultural narratives. We welcome your thoughts and questions!​

We introduce the Tuakiri Autophagy framework, which emphasizes the importance of identity wellness as the foundation for healing in post-colonial Aotearoa New Zealand. Our exploration of identity wounding and the healing model offers insights into reclaiming self amidst the complexities of cultural performance and belonging. We invite you to read our paper and share your thoughts!​

We introduce the Wairua Autophagy framework, a novel approach within Te Poutama Ora that focuses on metabolising spiritual wounding and false beliefs. Our article explores the Whakapapa Dilemma and presents a four-phase healing model tailored to address spiritual blockages, inviting you to engage with these concepts and share your thoughts.​

We introduce the Whakapapa Autophagy framework, a vital first step in our Te Poutama Ora model, aimed at addressing inherited relational dysfunction and intergenerational trauma. Our four-phase healing model and Tūāpapa trinity offer a structured approach to transformation, inviting you to explore the clinical implications and engage with our workbook for deeper understanding.​

We introduce the Te Wetekina protocol, a unique approach within the Dimensional Autophagy framework that targets strongholds—covenanted patterns that resist traditional interventions. By integrating Māori spiritual epistemology with various psychological theories, we highlight the necessity of spiritual authority in addressing these deeply rooted patterns. We invite you to read our paper and share your thoughts!​