Jul 27

The Grieving Body: How to Heal After Loss with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor

We all understand the emotional impact of grief, but its effects on the body are often overlooked. Forrest is joined by clinical psychologist and researcher Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor to explore the physiology of grief. Dr. O’Connor explains how our brains and bodies organize them ... Show More

1h 28m

Jul 20

Healing from Parentification: When the “Gifted Child” Grows Up

Some kids learn early on that the way to be loved is to be useful. They take on the emotional or practical care of their parents in a process known as parentification, and today Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the costs of being a “gifted child.” They discuss the “bargain” these kid ... Show More

1h 15m

Jul 13

Understanding Dissociation and DID: What It's Really Like, and How People Recover w/ Dr. Milissa Kaufman and Dr. Lauren Lebois

Most of what people know about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) comes from movies and short videos, and those media portrayals often have little to do with what DID is actually like. To get the real picture, today Forrest is joined by Dr. Milissa Kaufman and Dr. Lauren Lebois ... Show More

1h 26m

Sep 2023

401: Polyvagal Theory + Feeling Safe With Dr. Stephen Porges

Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week I'm thrilled to be speaking with Dr. Stephen Porges, who proposed the Polyvagal Theory back in the 90's and has continued to study, write and speak about this important work ever since. In our conversation you'll hear the story of Dr. Porge ... Show More

1h 9m

Mar 2025

Ultimate Stress and Anxiety Hack: Flip Your Body’s Safety Switch! | Stephen Porges, Ph.D. and Seth Porges

<p>How feeling safe impacts your health, creativity and human connections - Unlocking the science of the Polyvagal Theory with pioneering neuroscientist Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. and his son Seth Porges, based on their book <a href="https://amzn.to/48NPGmm" rel="noopener noreferre ... Show More

57m 28s

Mar 2024

Why Bad Boys Feel Good, with Dr. Stephen Porges!

Vagus Nerve Secrets REVEALED: Discover how to feel safe with the groundbreaking creator of the Polyvagal Theory, Dr. Stephen Porges! Dr. Porges helps us answer all of the important questions, like:- Why are we attracted to "BAD" people?- How can trauma prevent us from accessing t ... Show More

1h 47m

Dec 2015

Stephen Porges: The Polyvagal Theory & The Vagal Nerve #264

Stephen Porges comes to Bulletproof Radio to share his pioneering research on the vagus nerve, how the cues it receives play a major role in stress, social behavior and the nervous system and some tips on how to improve its response. Dr. Porges is a Distinguished University Scien ... Show More

58m 17s

Aug 2021

11: Polyvagal Theory

<div> <div> <p><span>In this week's episode, host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C, a trauma therapist, consultant and coach, offers a basic overview of Polyvagal Theory using Deb Dana LCSW's Polyvagal Ladder concept. In this episode you will hear Laura talk about:</span><span> </spa ... Show More

6m 42s

Oct 2023

How to Feel Safe, Secure & At Peace | Stephen Porges, Ph.D. & Seth Porges

<p>Why do we sometimes feel unsafe or anxious for no reason? Neuroscientist Stephen Porges, Ph.D. shares how his groundbreaking polyvagal theory reveals the hidden workings of our nervous system. He and his son Seth Porges, explore in their new book <a href="https://amzn.to/48NPG ... Show More

1h 1m

May 2025

483: Healing With The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) | Dr. Stephen Porges + Karen Onderko

Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week we have another new episode, which I've been super excited to share with you! I had a powerful experience with the SSP myself, over the last couple of years, and prior to that I had been interested in its potential since first hearing about ... Show More

50m 46s

Mar 2025

How Modern Attachment Meets Polyvagal Theory with Dr. Stephen Porges (262)

Ann and Sue share a special conversation with Dr. Stephen Porges where they explore how modern attachment meets Polyvagal theory. From the evolution of attachment theory to understanding bodily states and how they influence our interactions, they dive into the intricate relations ... Show More

58m 32s

Jul 2025

1161: Bottom-Up Calm: Building Resilience Through The Body

<p>In today's episode, Gina continues her discussion of using the body to combat anxiety and build resilience. Dr. Stephen Porges' work developing polyvagal theory is touched upon (along with Deb Dana's contributions) and easy to perform practices for developing tolerance to ... Show More

18m 38s

Aug 2025

Healing Trauma: The Body's Role In Recovery With Pat Odgen

In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, host Monique Koven engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Pat Ogden, the founder of Sensory Motor Therapy. They explore the critical role of the body in healing complex trauma, emphasizing that trauma affects not just the mind b ... Show More

31m 38s

The Polyvagal Theory and Trauma with Dr....