Discover Your Polyvagal Path
Polyvagal Institute is the founding home of Polyvagal Theory:
If you're looking to immerse yourself in a welcoming global learning community,
further your understanding of the theory, or Earn your Certificate, you are in the right place!
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Many Ways to Learn with PVI
Try Before You Enroll: Sample Recordings
Explore a variety of recordings from our Free Course Info Sessions, Community Events, and Live Course Discussions with Stephen Porges. See what resonates with you!
Live Course Discussion
with Dr. Stephen Porges
The Polyvagal Certificate Course: Safety, Connection & the Human Experience
Our flagship course is led by Stephen Porges, developer of Polyvagal Theory and a co-founder of Polyvagal Institute. You'll learn from him and our team of nine expert instructors.
When you enroll in an upcoming cohort, you’ll participate in a live Q&A session with me, AND receive an ongoing invitation to sit in on my Q&A sessions with all future cohorts. This ensures you have continuous access to evolving insights, fresh discussions, and the latest advancements in the field.
A PVI Educational Workshop
Supporting Nervous System Resilience for Educators and Caregivers
with Niki Elliott
PVI is proud to host a wide range of educational events and learning opportunities throughout the year, ranging from one day workshops to weekly webinar series and one-hour community events. Recordings are always available if you can't join us in real time. You're invited to learn with us on your schedule, in a format of your choice!
Course Info Session
Play Zone Pro for Wellness & Performance Coaches
Regain control of your physiology to optimize the human experience, and lead your clients to do the same. Led by Michael Allison, this certificate course teaches wellness and performance coaches of all kinds how an understanding of the nervous system can empower us on the stage, in the boardroom, and on the court.
Course Info Session
Polyvagal Theory & the Brain-Gut Axis: An Intro to Neuro-Integrative Medicine
This exciting new course with BG Mancini explores human physiology and the nervous system on every level, with special attention given to the bi-directional brain-gut axis and microbiome health and functionality. When we feel safe in our bodies, we can optimize our metabolic resources, regulate our internal systems, and shift our behaviors, improving our overall health, resilience, and quality of life. By understanding how food, sensory input, neuroception, interoception, and more influence our nervous system, we can make small, impactful changes in our physical and mental health.
Sample Practice
Felt Sense Polyvagal Model: Treating Trauma and Addiction
Trauma and addiction responses are increasing at an epidemic rate, and we desperately need a fresh approach. This Certificate Program is based on Jan Winhall’s book 'Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model.' The Model shifts the paradigm from a pathologizing one to a strength-based one. This is a hybrid course that is includes both self-paced content and live-online sessions.
Course Info Session
Embodying Safety: Integrating Yoga, Qigong & Polyvagal Theory
This certificate course with Amelia Barilli integrates the wisdom healing traditions of Yoga and Qigong with Polyvagal Theory. Learn how to use your nervous system and vital energy to promote good health and achieve your highest human potential, sharing it with clients and loved ones.