Begin self-paced content on January 30; live online sessions begin February 6!
Regain control of your physiology to optimize the human experience, and lead your clients to do the same. Led by Michael Allison and Dr. Stephen Porges, this certificate course teaches wellness and performance coaches of all kinds how an understanding of the nervous system can empower us on the stage, in the boardroom, and on the court.

This certificate course integrates the wisdom healing traditions of Yoga and Qigong with Polyvagal Theory. Learn how to use your nervous system and vital energy to promote good health and achieve your highest human potential, sharing it with clients and loved ones. You can take in the material at your own pace within each self-paced module beginning March 6, and join Dr. Barili for 6 live sessions beginning March 13.

This exciting new course explores human physiology and the nervous system on every level, with special attention given to the bi-directional brain-gut axis and microbiome health and functionality. When we feel safe in our bodies, we can optimize our metabolic resources, regulate our internal systems, and shift our behaviors, improving our overall health, resilience, and quality of life. By understanding how food, sensory input, neuroception, interoception, and more influence our nervous system, we can make small, impactful changes in our physical and mental health.

This new program offers an exciting opportunity for clinicians who have been trained with an accredited EMDR trainer to further their practice with the integration of Polyvagal Theory. This integration offers a robust, dynamic, neuro-informed framework for case conceptualization, treatment planning, and client transformation. The approach applies not only to work with trauma and PTSD, but also in the treatment of addictions, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and adjustment disorders.

Our voice is a profound resource that shapes how others perceive and engage with us. Whether in leadership, parenting, performing, counseling, therapy or coaching, our voice can either invite closeness or create distance. Its tone, rhythm, pace, and pitch signal safety or risk, connection or disconnection, confidence or doubt. While these dynamics often occur unconsciously, this new course empowers you to intentionally develop strategies to align your vocal and physiological presence with your core values, aspirations, and intentions.

Trauma and addiction responses are increasing at an epidemic rate, and we desperately need a fresh approach. The Felt Sense Polyvagal Model shifts the paradigm from a pathologizing one to a strength-based one. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community.

This self-paced course integrates information on pre-birth trauma, including epigenetics, as well as the sensitive period of attachment post-birth.  Tenets of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and Polyvagal Theory are taught by Norman Thibault, PhD and Stephen Porges, PhD within a framework for helping adoptive parents. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community. Next discussion date to be announced.

In this 10-hour course, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how our nervous systems drive our contagious emotions and perspectives and explore a new lens of discipline that gets ahead of negative behaviors.

The Stockholm Syndrome is an antiquated media-driven term used to explain why people do not leave hostage situations. This discussion between Dr. Porges, Dr. Bailey and Jaycee Dugard, who was kidnapped in 1991 and held captive until 2009, offers an alternative perspective to the term 'Stockholm Syndrome.’

Dive deeper into your self-paced study of Polyvagal Theory, and learn from the experts. This unique course brings together lectures, in-depth discussion, and case study analysis. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community.

For the first time, Dr. Stephen Porges, developer of Polyvagal Theory (PVT), and Dr. Steven C. Hayes, co-founder of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) sit down for a dialogue focusing on the intersection of their communities and schools of thought. Recorded in May 2021.

In this unique course, Deb Dana, LCSW, Dr. Stephen Porges and Dr. Peter Levine introduce and discuss key theories and practices of Polyvagal Theory for Somatic Experiencing (SE) Practitioners and students who have completed their first year of SE training. Course includes self-paced lectures, case study analysis, and in-depth discussions. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community.

This discussion between Drs. Stephen Porges and Mona Delahooke presents a new, physiologically based view of child behaviors. For parents, teachers and school administrators engaged with both neurologically typical and atypical children, this self-paced series deconstructs behaviors through the lens of Polyvagal Theory. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community.

Taught by Deb Dana, LCSW, this self-paced, introductory course is very known for delivering a solid understanding of Polyvagal Theory for professional therapists, social workers, educators, and others in the helping professions. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community.

Through the lens of Polyvagal Theory, you will learn all about how the vagus nerve is a bi-directional information highway between mind and body—and, how you can fine-tune your health with breath, movement, and awareness practices that become the building blocks of a life-changing daily practice. Dr. Schwartz and Dr. Porges explore the application of polyvagal principles to yoga practice. This course includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community (next date TBD).

If you’re new to Polyvagal Theory and want to get a better understanding of it in a way that is time-efficient and reliable, this is a good place to start. This self-paced course is taught by Stephen Porges and Deb Dana. Includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW exclusively for members of our PVI learning community.

This self-paced course is designed as an introduction to equine therapeutic interactions using polyvagal principles. The course gives participants the opportunity to expand their knowledge of Polyvagal Theory utilizing the unique perspective and co-regulation horses offer us. Taught by Polyvagal Equine Institute's Dr. Rebecca Bailey, Jaycee Dugard, and Margie McDonald.

The Play Zone is a paradigm shift in performance psychology that masters the mental game of performance through the body. In this self-paced course, Michael Allison leads you to discovering how your bodily state impacts your performance potential. Includes a discussion between Michael and Dr. Stephen Porges. Applicable to all disciplines, including individuals in coaching, leadership, business, performance, athletics, and education.

Learn how to teach Polyvagal-Informed Focusing, based on Jan Winhall’s Felt Sense Polyvagal Model. Specific tools and strategies will be shared so that you will feel confident in teaching focusing and the basics of the FSPM. Add this skill to your professional toolbox and become a Certified FSPM Facilitator! Part of a series of trainings with Jan Winhall.

This consultation course is for those who have completed Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model, or its equivalent, and are eager to continue the stimulating journey of learning about and applying the model.

Taught by Dr. Niki Elliott, this 25-hour certificate course explores the damaging impact of implicit bias and identity-threat on student well-being and academic performance. Through a polyvagal-informed approach utilizing mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic awareness practices, educators and helping professionals will learn what it truly means to embody social justice and create healing learning environments for students of all ages.

Trauma and addiction responses are increasing at an epidemic rate, and we desperately need a fresh approach. This Certificate Program is based on Jan Winhall’s book 'Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model.' The Model shifts the paradigm from a pathologizing one to a strength-based one. This is a hybrid course that is includes both self-paced content and live-online sessions.

ENROLLMENT IS NOW CLOSED FOR COHORT 6, beginning January 15, 2025. Next cohort dates will be announced soon!
Our flagship Certificate Course offers an in-depth exploration of the Polyvagal Theory and its application to our lives. Led by Dr. Stephen Porges and 9 leading experts in the fields of neuroscience, healthcare, and therapeutics, this course explores Polyvagal Theory like no other.