A Professional Framework for Counselors, Pastors, and Educators** Healthy relationships form the foundation of emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and behavioral development. Whether we work with children, adolescents, families, or adults, our role as helpers places us at the intersection of human need and human story. The Needs Connection Model™ (NCM) offers a research-grounded and theologically rich lens for understanding how connection shapes our clients, congregants, and stu

Connection reflects God's nature, but the world and society make it hard. True connection takes time, courage, and a shift in mindset.