Episode 148 The Power Of Polyvagal Theory & Holistic Counseling: Interview with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani
Yoga in the Therapy Room: Tips for integrating trauma informed yoga · Chris McDonald, LCMHCS
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What is Polyvagal Theory? How can learning to regulate the autonomic nervous system promote health and well-being?
MEET Gabrielle Juliano-Villani
Gabrielle Juliano-Villani is a licensed clinical social worker, consultant, coach, entrepreneur, and educator based in Sarasota, FL. She has been in the mental health field for over a decade specializing in stress, chronic health conditions, and trauma. After realizing her own burnout in 2021, she sold her thriving group practice and made it her mission to educate others on the impact stress has on our everyday lives. Gabrielle pulls from her experience as an EMDR and Polyvagal Informed therapist to utilize mind/body approaches to help others implement everyday strategies to manage stress and live their best lives. Gabrielle is an international speaker, and retreat leader, and has been featured in Authority Magazine, The Daily Om, Bustle, and the Everyday Woman TV Network. When she's not working, Gabrielle is teaching Zumba, surfing, or reading a psychological thriller at the beach
Find out more at GJV and connect with Gabrielle on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Etsy & YouTube
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IN THIS PODCAST:
- What is polyvagal theory? 3:25
- How to work with clients who struggle with co-regulation 6:35
- How does polyvagal help clients in therapy? 14:09
- Self-care when dealing with fight or flight response 21:14
What Is Polyvagal Theory?
- Who developed polyvagal theory?
- What are the three states of our autonomic nervous system?
- What is Neuroception?
- How do your neuroception and trauma interact with each other?
- What is Co-Regulation?
How To Work With Clients Who Struggle With Co-Regulation
- The importance of educating your clients about their nervous system
- Strategies for finding external support for your clients
- How does this approach help clients who have experienced trauma
- What is the Polyvagal Ladder?
- Safety cues vs. danger cues
How Does Polyvagal Theory Help Clients In Therapy?
- Helping clients understand their triggers
- Teaching clients to listen to the information that their bodies are sending them
- Stress vs. burnout and where you are on the Polyvagal Ladder
- What are the physical symptoms of fight or flight
Self-Care When Dealing With Fight Or Flight Response
- How to stimulate your Vagus nerve
- How to create a calming environment
- The importance of self-care as a therapist
- How to get out of a "shut down" response
- What are "Glimmers?''
Connect With Me
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