Psychologist, Author, Wellness Expert

Dr. Nicole LePera

Dr. Nicole LePera is a psychologist and best-selling author known for her work on healing childhood wounds through self-parenting and nervous system regulation. She developed the Individual Development Model, a framework for understanding how childhood experiences shape adult behavior. Her work integrates psychology, neuroscience, and somatic practices to help people understand and transform inherited patterns.

Known For

Reparenting and inner child workIndividual Development ModelNervous system healingShame and resilience frameworks

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Adverse Childhood Experiences Wire Nervous System Dysregulation Into Adulthood

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The Habit Loop: Cue, Routine, Reward

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Predictive Processing: The Brain Creates Pain to Signal Perceived Threat

Novel

The True Self vs. False Self — Childhood Adaptations That Persist Into Adulthood

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Books

■How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life(2026)

Episodes

#The Hidden Reason You Can't Stop Overthinking, People-Pleasing And Overworking with Dr Nicole LePeraJun 9, 2026 #Your Childhood Patterns Are Still Running Your LifeMay 7, 2026 #How Reparenting Your Inner Child Can Heal Old Wounds and Transform Your LifeApr 21, 2026