The Polyvagal Theory & Somatic Approaches to Trauma

Objectives:

• Gain a basic understanding of the PolyVagal Theory

• Gain a basic understanding of the different parts of the nervous system and their function

• Gain understanding of nervous system responses to stress or trauma

• Gain tools to utilize in sessions around regulation by engaging the vagus nerve

• Understand the limitations to the PolyVagal Theory