Deb Dana's
Polyvagal Theory in Therapy
Book Study Group

THE POLYVAGAL THEORY IN THERAPY
BOOK STUDY GROUP
This recorded, on-demand introductory training offers a wonderful grounding in the key concepts, terminology and landscape of Polyvagal Theory and its application in clinical settings. Invaluable for therapists, clinicians and practitioners as a starting point for applying the lens of PVT in their own practice.
Deb Dana, LCSW works here with PVT and the autonomic nervous system to provide the methodology and tools which have made a significant shift in the last few years. Her work has allowed therapists / practitioners to incorporate a Polyvagal lens and offers new ways for them be able to elicit connection & safety with their clients. This is Deb Dana’s own training methodology and these are the tools, techniques and practices that she has famously created & honed over the years as the foremost expert opening up PVT for therapists & clinicians.
In The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy - Book Study Group, participants will engage with, and explore the language of Polyvagal Theory by learning about the landscape of the nervous system and discover how to incorporate a Polyvagal lens regardless of approach / modality. This unique lens is applicable in many ways and diverse settings. Participants will learn all about the unique, groundbreaking tools and practices Deb has authored and devised specifically to bring the undeniable power of Polyvagal Theory into clinical work.
Explore Polyvagal Theory in Therapy with Deb Dana

Modules from the 15 Chapters of Deb Dana's Book:
The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy
(W.W Norton, 2018)
Deepen your understanding of the principles and practices presented in The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy and learn how to befriend the nervous system and shape it toward safety and connection.
Befriending
Chapter One: Safety, Danger, and Life-Threat
Chapter Two: Autonomic Surveillance: Neuroception
Chapter Three: Wired to Connect
Mapping
Chapter Four: The Personal Profile Map
Chapter Five: The Triggers and Glimmers Map
Chapter Six: The Regulating Resources Map
Navigating
Chapter Seven: Compassionate Connection
Chapter Eight: Safely Aware and Able to Connect
Chapter Nine: Creating Safe Surroundings
Shaping
Chapter Ten: The Autonomic Nervous System as a Relational System
Chapter Eleven: Toning the System with Breath and sound
Chapter Twelve: Regulating Through the Body
Chapter Thirteen: Vagal Regulation with the Brain in Mind
Chapter Fourteen: Intertwined States
Completing
Chapter Fifteen: Wrap Up and Final Thoughts