Emerging Research & Ideas

I have a long-standing interest in the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, trauma recovery, contemplative practice, and consciousness research.

This section highlights emerging ideas and research that may influence how we understand healing, resilience, relationships, meaning-making, and human potential.

While some areas are well-established within mainstream science, others remain exploratory and evolving. My goal is to share thoughtful, evidence-informed perspectives on developments that may shape the future of mental health, personal growth, and human flourishing.

Areas of Interest

Consciousness Studies

Exploring current theories and research related to the nature of consciousness, awareness, perception, and human experience.

Here are links to a few researchers doing exceptional research in this area:

Donald Hoffman

Marjorie Woolacott

IONS & Dean Radin

Dr. Michael Levin

Dr. Anil Seth

Neuroscience & the Brain

Research on neuroplasticity, emotional regulation, attachment, memory, resilience, and the brain’s role in shaping our experience of reality.

Memory Reconsolidation

Emerging research on how emotional learning can be updated and transformed, creating new possibilities for healing trauma, anxiety, and limiting beliefs.

Predictive Processing & Meaning-Making

Understanding how the brain constructs experience, creates meaning, and continually predicts and interprets the world around us.

Interpersonal Neurobiology

Exploring the relationship between the brain, mind, body, relationships, and social connection, and how these systems influence wellbeing and resilience.

Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy

Research into psychedelic-assisted treatments and their potential applications for trauma, depression, anxiety, end-of-life distress, and personal transformation.

Meditation & Contemplative Science

Scientific studies examining mindfulness, compassion, meditation, contemplative practices, and their effects on the brain, body, and overall wellbeing.

Non-Ordinary Experiences

Research related to near-death experiences, spiritually transformative experiences, mystical experiences, exceptional human functioning, and other experiences that challenge conventional assumptions about consciousness.

Books, Podcasts & Videos

The following are books, podcasts and videos from a few leading researchers, authors, clinicians, and thought leaders exploring the frontiers of psychology, neuroscience, consciousness, and human development.

Ongoing Exploration

This page will be updated periodically