My nursing education was deeply rooted in the science of the body. This scientific foundation has been essential in my work as a mental health therapist. Over the past 16 years in private practice, I considered the science of trauma upon the nervous system but had difficulty in applying this within psychotherapy sessions.

Polyvagal Theory brought decades of research in supporting how trauma impacts the nervous system but also the reality of repairing the nervous system towards balance! This has been absolutely instrumental for me personally and professionally…I describe it as the missing puzzle piece needed for whole body healing. I now practice Polyvagal Theory as the science foundation upon which my psychotherapy modalities sit.

I have great respect and gratitude for the work of Dr. Stephen Porges and Deb Dana, LCSW in understanding and applying PVT.

Polyvagal Theory Certifications, Course work & Supervision Completed:

Embodying Safety: Certificate Program for Integrating Yoga, Qigong & Polyvagal Theory

Instructors; Amelia Barili, Ph.D. & Stephen Porges, M.D., Ph.D.

Completed Certification 9/2023 through Polyvagal Institute

The Polyvagal Certificate Course

Guided by Dr. Stephen Porges and 9 experts in neuroscience, healthcare and therapeutics.

This is the first Certificate Course offered through Polyvagal Institute January 2024 - June 2024.

Completed Certification 6/2024.

Polyvagal Skills & Supervision Group

Instructor; Deb Dana, LCSW

CompletedSupervision Group work 2023 -2024.

Polyvagal Theory Experiential Group Opportunity

Join me for the First Live Virtual Group offering Understanding and Applying Polyvagal Theory in my Life - June 10, 2024 through July 1, 2024!

Course description; A comprehensive learning experience for an audience looking to apply Polyvagal Theory to their personal and/or professional lives.

Course format; Each module will kick off with a live 75 minute class taught by myself, Cindy Barnhill. Each class will include lecture, prompts and experiential exercises so you may learn in the moment. In between classes you will use prompts to promote personal practice and reflections.

Email me to reserve your spot! (Class size will be limited to 8)