Summary:
The book integrates the Polyvagal Theory into clinical practice, offering therapists insights into the autonomic nervous system and its role in shaping clients' experiences of safety and threat. It provides practical applications, exercises, and case studies to help therapists use the theory to foster connection, resilience, and healing in therapy.
Key points:
1. Polyvagal Theory: Developed by Stephen Porges, this theory explains how our nervous system reacts to stress and danger. It identifies three states: safe and social, fight or flight, and freeze or shut down. This helps therapists understand and treat stress and trauma responses.
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