In today’s episode I am joined by clinician, author, and nervous system expert, Deb Dana as she talks about Polyvagal Theory and befriending the nervous system.
Topics Include:
1. Deb's journey to Polyvagal Theory and Stephen Porges
2. How the stuckness leads to suffering
3. Your state creates your story
4. Power of curiosity to shift into ventral
5. What is Polyvagal Theory and its three principles
6. Power of resilience
7. How the nervous system is impacted by trauma
8. Genetics and the nervous system. Autonomic family tree
9. Befriending your nervous system with BASICS
Deb Dana, LCSW is a clinician, consultant, author and speaker specializing in complex trauma. Her work is focused on using the lens of Polyvagal Theory to understand and resolve the impact of trauma in our lives. She is a founding member of the Polyvagal Institute, consultant to Khiron Clinics, and advisor to Unyte. Deb’s work shows how an understanding of Polyvagal Theory is applicable across the board to relationships, mental health, and trauma. She delves into the intricacies of how we can all use an understanding of the organizing principles of Polyvagal Theory to change the ways we navigate our daily lives. Deb is well known for translating Polyvagal Theory into a language and application that is both clear and accessible and for pioneering Rhythm of Regulation® methodology, tools, techniques and practices which continue to open up the power of Polyvagal Theory for professionals and curious people from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life.
Deb Dana:
Website: https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/
Trainings: https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/training
Resources: https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/resources
Natalie Deering:
Website: https://www.ndwellnessservices.com/
Email: ndwellness.services@therapysecure.com
Instagram: @nataliedeering
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