Polyvagal-Informed Addiction Counseling: Practical Skills

Learn to integrate Polyvagal Theory into addiction counseling to foster safety, connection, and regulation for lasting recovery.
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Introduction to Polyvagal Theory

Unit 1: Understanding Polyvagal Theory

Unit 2: Evolution and Application

The Autonomic Nervous System and Addiction

Unit 1: The Impact of Addiction on the ANS

Unit 2: Recognizing and Understanding Dysregulation

Neuroception and Addiction

Unit 1: Understanding Neuroception

Unit 2: Trauma, Triggers, and Treatment

Creating Safety and Connection in the Therapeutic Relationship

Unit 1: Building a Foundation of Safety

Unit 2: Navigating Triggers and Promoting Connection

Co-regulation Techniques for Addiction Counseling

Unit 1: Understanding and Applying Co-regulation

Unit 2: Fostering Self-Regulation Through Co-regulation

Vagal Nerve Stimulation Exercises

Unit 1: Understanding Vagal Nerve Stimulation

Unit 2: Integrating VNS into Practice

Integrating Polyvagal Theory into Addiction Counseling Interventions

Unit 1: Polyvagal-Informed Addiction Counseling

Unit 2: Polyvagal-Informed Communication

Ethical Considerations and Cultural Sensitivity

Unit 1: Ethical Frameworks in Polyvagal-Informed Addiction Counseling

Unit 2: Cultural Sensitivity and Trauma-Informed Care