Polyvagal Interventions for Trauma

CPD

Speaker

Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, EMDR-C Related seminars and products

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Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, EMDR-C, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, EMDR Consultant, and Kripalu yoga teacher. She is an internationally sought-out speaker, leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and the author of eight books including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, and Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga.

As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, her work is rooted in the positive psychology movement, which is focused on enhancing resources and fostering growth. She offers an integrative, mind-body approach to therapy that includes relational therapy, somatic psychology, EMDR therapy, parts work therapy, and therapeutic yoga for trauma. Praised by Dr. Stephen Porges, Arielle specializes in applying his polyvagal theory, which focuses on addressing imbalances within the autonomic nervous system that underlie most mental and physical health conditions. Her work can be found at the Shift Network, Sounds True, Psychotherapy Networker, Embody Lab, Art of Living, Omega Institute, and more.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Arielle Schwartz maintains a private practice, has an employment relationship with Integrative Psychiatry Institute and receives compensation as a yoga instructor. She receives royalties as a published author and receives compensation as an international presenter and a yoga instructor. Dr. Schwartz is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. She receives speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Yoga Alliance.

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Objectives

1. Explain the principles of Polyvagal Theory and describe how they inform a phase-based approach to trauma recovery.
2. Analyze the research on non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (nVNS), and implications for therapeutic intervention.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of dyadic synchrony by identifying key therapist behaviors that foster autonomic co-regulation and vagal tone in client interactions.
4. Identify signs of autonomic dysregulation in clients and select appropriate polyvagal-informed interventions to promote stabilization and safety.

Outline

Foundations of Polyvagal Theory and Phase-Based Trauma Care 

• Overview of core Polyvagal Theory concepts and the science of safety 
• How to track the autonomic nervous system and interpret client cues 
• Structuring trauma recovery using a phase-based approach 

Embodied, Attuned Clinical Interventions 

• Practical resourcing and stabilization techniques grounded in Polyvagal Theory 
• Using tracking, titration, and pendulation to support memory integration 
• Therapist behaviors that build dyadic synchrony and co-regulation 

Integrating Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Nervous System Practices 

• Research overview on non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (nVNS) 
• Clinical applications: breathwork, yoga, movement, and somatic tools 

Considerations for Practice 

• Recognizing signs of autonomic dysregulation and tailoring interventions 
• Limitations of the research and potential risks 
• Guidance for ethical and culturally responsive application in diverse client contexts 

Target Audience

• Counsellors
• Social Workers
• Psychologists
• Psychotherapists
• Therapists
• Marriage & Family Therapists
• Addiction Counsellors
• Case Managers
• Physicians
• Nurses
• Other Mental Health Professionals

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