Date/Time
Date(s) - Sunday, September 27, 2015
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Nova Luna Center and Wellness Therapies
Category(ies)
The Polyvagal Theory: Clinical Dynamics of Safety and Social Engagement
Come join me in this educational and experiential 1-day workshop designed to highlight the Polyvagal Theory – in both its theoretical and practical applications. The Polyvagal Theory has been lauded as one of the most important scientific breakthroughs in psychology over the past 50 years! Foremost to the Polyvagal Theory is its explanation of the psychobiological process of determining safety in the presence of another; detailing how the lack of safety triggers largely unconscious defensive/survival strategies which lead to both post-traumatic reactions and long-term developmental identifications. It has been able to help us better understand the development of conditions such as anxiety, depression, autism and trauma. Specifically when working with trauma, understanding the specific psychobiological states our clients are in will help us be more effective therapeutically, as it informs us about clinical dynamics such as timing, pacing, proximity and amplitude of engagement. Whether we are interested in more effective therapeutic outcomes or more successful relationships, understanding The Polyvagal Theory will help us in any and all interpersonal interactions we are involved in.
We will discuss and explore:
- The “Social Brain” and the Neurophysiology of Self-Regulation
- Psychobiological process of determining safety and lack of safety
- The main systems and channels of the Polyvagal Theory
- Ventral Vagal Complex & Social Engagement, Intimacy and Love
- Dorsal Vagal Complex & Freeze, Dissociation and Shame
- Integrating the Polyvagal Theory Into Practice via Interpersonal Somatic skills
This workshop is designed for:
- Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Social Workers and Counselors
- Educators
- Doctors and Nurses, particularly early child care
- Alternative Health Care Professionals
- Parents
- Coaches
- Anyone interested in learning a new perspective on relationships
Learning through…Pleasure, Play and Connection
FACILITATOR:
Brad Kammer, MFT, LPCC, SEP
COST:
$150
$130 [early registration before August 15]
$120 [For Students and Interns]
15% off for groups of 3 or more
[does not apply to student/intern fee]
[$20 non-refundable deposit for cancellations]
*CEUs (6 CREDIT HOURS) available for MFTs, LPCCs, LCSWs
LOCAL COORDINATOR:
Jackie “Kapua” Tyler
(808) 280 5804
jkapuatyler@gmail.com
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.
