0322 - Developing an Expanded Understanding of a Polyvagal-Informed Practice

Course Description

Hours: 12

This level two professional development course will build on prior knowledge and skills from the introductory polyvagal course (0111-Polyvagal Theory: A Bottom-Up Approach for Trauma Treatment). This training will provide an expanded understanding of the following areas within a polyvagal-informed approach, including:

• Overview of the three principles of polyvagal theory.
• The how-to’s of bringing polyvagal theory to your clients.
• The role of vagal tone and physiological regulation of emotions.
• The vagal pathway as a means towards compassion.
• The role of polyvagal-informed group psychotherapy.
• The neurophysiological mechanisms of ‘feeling safe’ within the therapeutic relationship.
• A new understanding of psychological disorders and somatopsychological problems from a polyvagal-informed practice. 

A significant component of this training will cover many practical hands-on exercises for applying polyvagal-informed techniques to your practice.

Notes

For more information contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:

Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 548-889-5128

Cancellations and Transfers
Be sure to carefully review our cancellation and transfer information before registering.

Website: wlu.ca/fswpd

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Trauma Certificate : Trauma Certificate