What is Polyvagal Theory?
Polyvagal Theory, developed by Stephen Porges, offers a neurophysiological framework to understand the reasons why we act the way we do.
Through a polyvagal lens, we understand that actions are automatic and adaptive, generated by the autonomic nervous system well below the level of conscious awareness.
Short clips explaining Polyvagal Theory ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdIQRxwT1I0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ec3AUMDjtKQ
A Beginners Guide to Polyvagal Theory
https://14dbc715-19a4-4ae3-8e9a-f14071401acd.filesusr.com/ugd/8e115b_f304b2d8bd4144bda80e837fec08e2f4.pdf
Polyvagal Theory, developed by Stephen Porges, offers a neurophysiological framework to understand the reasons why we act the way we do.
Through a polyvagal lens, we understand that actions are automatic and adaptive, generated by the autonomic nervous system well below the level of conscious awareness.
Short clips explaining Polyvagal Theory ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdIQRxwT1I0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ec3AUMDjtKQ
A Beginners Guide to Polyvagal Theory
https://14dbc715-19a4-4ae3-8e9a-f14071401acd.filesusr.com/ugd/8e115b_f304b2d8bd4144bda80e837fec08e2f4.pdf
SAFE AND SOUND PROTOCOL - SSP
The Safe and Sound Protocol, or SSP, is a non-invasive application of the Polyvagal Theory as laid out through decades of research by Dr. Stephen Porges, who also developed the SSP.
The SSP uses a bottom-up approach to help people regulate their nervous system more consistently and independently. The SSP can help improve emotional control, hearing sensitivity, listening and behavioural organization.
As an accredited Safe and Sound Protocol practitioner I am able to integrate this intervention into your sessions.
The following information has been taken from Integrated Listening Australia Pty. Ltd. -
https://integratedlistening.com.au/ssp-safe-sound-protocol/ www.facebook.com/integratedlisteningaustralia/
WHAT IS THE SSP?
Developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, the SSP is a five-day intervention designed to reduce stress and auditory sensitivity while enhancing social engagement and resilience. By calming the physiological and emotional state, the door is opened for improved communication and more successful therapy.
Research-based therapy showing significant results in just five days in the following areas:
Social and emotional difficulties
Auditory sensitivities
Anxiety and trauma related challenges
Inattention
Stressors that impact social engagement
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Based on Dr. Porges’ Polyvagal Theory, the program is derived from nearly four decades of research on the relationship between the autonomic nervous system and social-emotional processes. It is designed to stimulate nervous system regulation by exercising and systematically challenging the auditory system with specifically processed music.
The music trains the auditory pathways by focusing on the frequency envelope of human speech. As the client learns to process these speech-related frequencies, they improve the functioning of two cranial nerves that are important for promoting overall social behavior. Cranial Nerve VII (Facial Nerve) helps clients focus on human voice and tune out irrelevant frequencies. Cranial Nerve X (Vagus Nerve) enables self-soothing and autonomic regulation.
Following successful completion of the intervention, individuals will be better able to focus in school, therapy, and everyday life and experience a calmed emotional and physiological state. This is based on studies that suggest that skills such as attention, state regulation and the ability to engage socially will be enhanced.