Polyvagal Theory – Part 1 Understanding how the nervous system responds to stress and safety Polyvagal Theory, introduced by Dr. Stephen Porges, explains how the autonomic nervous system shifts between states depending on perceived threat or safety. This helps us understand unexplained pain, anxiety, shutdown, trauma responses and chronic tension even when medical tests appear normal. Three States of the Nervous System Ventral Vagal Calm, connected, regulated. Healing and recovery are active. Sy

Dr. Stephen Porges shares with us about his latest paper, "Polyvagal theory: A journey from physiological observation to neural innervation and clinical insight." The Polyvagal Certificate Course, led by Dr. Stephen Porges, gives you the tools, guidance, and knowledge to apply Polyvagal Theory in your personal and professional life. Your enrollment grants you access to ongoing, periodic live discussions with Dr. Porges like this one- even after you have earned your Polyvagal-Informed Certificate

I took Dr. Stepehen Porges’ and the Polyvagal Institute’s certification program on Polyvagal Theory so I could break down how it relates to PDA for all the parents I work with (both in my programming and here in the social media-verse). I hope it’s as helpful for you as it had been for me. ❤️ Not sure if your child is PDA? Our free 6-minute survey can help you figure it out. Comment “PDAQBeta” and we’ll send you the link. xoxo, Casey | At Peace Parents

According to Stephen Porges, PhD, some of our traditional psychotherapeutic approaches to working with shame may inadvertently amplify it. So in the video below, Stephen outlines a Polyvagal approach that can help us avoid reinforcing shame, and instead, resource clients to regulate themselves as they process that shame. Have a look. ➡️ https://www.nicabm.com/polyvagal-approach-to-shame/?del=7.12.2025FBPost2 . . . . . #nicabm #traumatherapy #mentalhealth #socialwork #mentalhealthawareness #psych

For the first time ever world-renowned Somatic Trauma Therapy teachers join together in one Somatic Trauma Certificate Program. Don't miss the opportunity to study with teachers such as Dr Stephen Porges, Staci Haines, Dr Peter Levine, Nkem Ndefo, Dr Albert Wong, Dr Arielle Schwartz, Dr. Sara King, Dr Pat Ogden and many more. This extraordinary program offers a collection of practical tools that will help you access the innate wisdom that guides the healing process for yourself and your work wit