Embedding Polyvagal Theory in Healthcare Practice

Polyvagal theory has wide-ranging applications relating to the power of safety. While safety is vital to healing, it can be ironically difficult to find in healthcare, both for patients and providers. The speakers are experienced clinicians who work in acute care and outpatient settings and will demonstrate applications of the principles of Polyvagal Theory in everyday practice.

Apply principles of Polyvagal Theory and neuroceptive safety to the patient provider relationship.
Evaluate neuroceptive states in providers and patients to improve rapport.
Utilize the steps to and importance of repair of disruption of connectedness.