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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! 

Many Ways to Learn with PVI

Community Events

Co-Regulate and connect with community, try something new, or learn from an expert in our monthly community events and at our annual International Gathering.

Workshops & Webinars

Explore specific topics of interest in shorter formats and bite-sized series. â€‹

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The Learning Library

Gain access to our archive of recordings including guest speakers, community events, discussions, and more.

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Polyvagal Essentials

These self-paced courses introduce you to Polyvagal Theory on your own schedule; accessible for all learners!​​

 

The Polyvagal Certificate Course:
Safety, Connection & the Human Experience

This gold-standard course is designed to serve as your comprehensive foundation to Polyvagal Theory. Earn your Polyvagal-Informed™ Certificate in this course. 

Special Interest Courses

Dive into a specific topic, practice, or area of study over a longer period of time in these hybrid courses. No previous knowledge of Polyvagal Theory is expected.

Organizational Trainings

Polyvagal Institute offers a variety of ways to bring polyvagal principles into your organization, business,

and mission.

Concentrations/Applications

Take the next step in building your knowledge or career. (We suggest that you earn your Polyvagal-Informed™ Certificate prior to enrolling in these Concentrations.)

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:
A Certificate 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: A Certificate for 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.

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