Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery

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Speaker

Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT Related seminars and products

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Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a clinical psychologist, internationally sought-out teacher, therapeutic yoga instructor, and leading voice in the healing of PTSD and complex trauma. She is the author of six books based upon her integrative, mind-body approach to trauma recovery: The Complex PTSD Workbook; The Post Traumatic Growth Guidebook; A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD; EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology; The Complex PTSD Treatment Manual, and Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery. Her unique blend of spirituality and science can be found in her writings, guided trauma recovery programs, and applied Polyvagal Theory in yoga for trauma recovery.

Dr. Schwartz is an accomplished teacher who guides therapists in the application of EMDR, somatic psychology, parts work therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions for the treatment of trauma and complex trauma. She has a succinct way of speaking about very complex topics. She is a longtime meditation and yoga practitioner with a passion for the outdoors; all of which she incorporates into her work as founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy in Boulder, Colorado where she maintains a private practice providing psychotherapy, supervision, and consultation. Dr. Schwartz believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart. Discover more at drarielleschwartz.com.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Arielle Schwartz maintains a private practice and is a trainer with Advanced EMDR Therapy Trainings. She receives royalties as a published author and receives compensation as an international presenter and a yoga instructor. Dr. Schwartz is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. She receives speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Yoga Alliance.

Objectives

1. Apply polyvagal theory within therapeutic yoga with researched practices for mind-body health. 
2. Evaluate you client’s nervous system states as related to autonomic cues of stress and signs of safety. 
3. Demonstrate grounding and orientating techniques that increase clients resources. 

Outline

Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga for Trauma 

• Evidence showing how working with the body can maximize healing 
• Naturally stimulate the vagus nerve to enhance physical and emotional health 
• Skills to help clients come out of chronic stress 
• Yogic based breath, movement, and awareness practices
  • conscious breathing is the fastest way to reduce stress and regulate nervous system
  • Tools to help clients safely release stress and trauma from the body 

Target Audience

• Counsellors
• Social Workers
• Psychologists
• Case Managers
• Addiction Counsellors
• Art Therapists
• Marriage and Family Therapists
• Nurses
• Other Mental Health Professionals