Restore safety Connection and regulation from the inside out.
What is Polyvagal-Informed Therapy?
Polyvagal-Informed Therapy is grounded in the science of the autonomic nervous system and the groundbreaking work of Dr. Stephen Porges. It helps you understand and work with your body’s natural responses to stress, disconnection, and overwhelm—not just cognitively, but physiologically.
This approach focuses on developing awareness of your nervous system states and building the capacity to shift from survival modes (like fight, flight, or shutdown) into states of safety, connection, and presence. When your body feels safe, deeper healing and growth become possible.
Who is it for?
Polyvagal-Informed Therapy can be especially helpful if you:
- Are a highly sensitive person who easily feels overwhelmed or overstimulated
- Struggle with anxiety, chronic stress, or burnout
- Experience emotional shutdown, numbness, or disconnection
- Have a history of trauma or developmental wounding
- Want to feel more regulated, connected, and confident in your daily life
Whether you’re navigating past pain, present stressors, or seeking to deepen your connection to yourself and others, this approach supports you gently and holistically.
What are the benefits?
- Greater awareness of your body’s cues and needs
- Tools to move out of survival states and into calm, regulated states
- Increased resilience and emotional capacity
- More ease in relationships and daily life
- A deeper sense of safety and self-trust
How does it work? In sessions, we’ll explore your unique nervous system patterns, using tools like:
- Somatic tracking and mindfulness
- Breath and movement practices
- Gentle parts work (like Internal Family Systems)
- Co-regulation and safe connection
We’ll go at your pace, honoring your body’s wisdom and capacity for healing. You’ll learn how to recognize the signals of your nervous system and how to support yourself through shifts with care and skill.
FAQs
Do I need to understand the Polyvagal Theory before starting?
Not at all! I’ll guide you through it in a simple, supportive way. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to slow down and listen inward.
Is this the same as traditional talk therapy?
No—while we may talk about your experiences, Polyvagal-Informed Therapy is body-based. It focuses on how your nervous system is responding in the moment, helping you feel more grounded and safe in real time.
Is it trauma-informed?
Yes. This approach is deeply respectful of your history and your body’s need for safety. We go at your pace, always.
Ready to explore a more regulated, connected way of living?
Contact me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
Your nervous system is not the problem—it’s the starting place.
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