Polyvagal Theory Insights

How to Regulate Stress with Polyvagal Theory

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Nervous System Regulation, Polyvagal Theory, Stress, Wellness

The term Polyvagal Theory refers to different nervous system states within our bodies. These different nervous system states were developed through evolution to help ensure self-preservation. Polyvagal Theory was created by Stephen Porges, and more is discussed about his work below. He helped to uncover how this theory can be used in everyone’s life. This […]

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Restore Your Well-Being with EMDR Therapy Near Pleasant Prairie, WI

Evidence-based therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Individual Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Recovery, Therapy for Men

Life doesn’t stop. That means your body and mind are constantly bombarded with stressors and various forms of trauma. Over time, the stressors and trauma can build and bubble over if not addressed. However, there will be signs that help is needed. But people don’t always want to ask for help, especially men. This blog

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How to Regulate Dissociation

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Nervous System Regulation, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Experiencing, Wellness

Dissociation is one of the many different responses someone may have during and/or after a traumatic or other overwhelming event. But, how to regulate dissociation is a more complex question to answer as it involves how the nervous system perceives threats and the different states of the nervous system. We will discuss how the nervous

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Why Do We Dissociate?

Awareness, Evidence-based therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Individual Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Trauma, Wellness

Many people commonly ask why do we dissociate? Dissociation is a complex process that occurs internally and unconsciously. Our ability to dissociate is largely managed by the nervous system and its ability to regulate given factors in our environment. Nervous System Evolution Throughout the millennia the human body has experienced slow, but ever-changing evolution and

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Effects of Violence on Mental Health

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Mental Health, Polyvagal Theory, Recovery, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma, Wellness

In a society that is more connected via social media and the internet than ever, we can experience the effects of violence on mental health. Additionally, with violent events appearing to occur more frequently, we can easily find ourselves involved in these types of traumatic events. Violence in the Media It seems like everywhere we

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Navigating Life with C-PTSD

Awareness, Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Polyvagal Theory, Recovery, Somatic Experiencing, Therapy in Denver, Wellness

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) occurs from experiencing prolonged exposure to childhood neglect, abuse, feelings of having limited protection, and/or limited attachment to caregivers. Despite these events occurring throughout childhood, the lasting effects of C-PTSD can be devastating. However, working with a therapist trained in trauma can effectively help someone regain their sense of meaning

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What is Polyvagal Theory?

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Polyvagal Theory, Recovery, Trauma, Wellness

The polyvagal theory highlights how the nervous system responds to threat – fight, flight, freeze, and sometimes fawning/appeasement. Polyvagal theory details that we have different states to our nervous system. The three main states in polyvagal theory are: A Sympathetic State – where we fight/flight in response to stress/trauma A Ventral Vagal State – where

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