Polyvagal Theory

Mental Health Mavens

Welcome to the latest episode of Mental Health Mavens. Today, we are thrilled to welcome Lisa Klco, a licensed therapist with expertise in Polyvagal Theory. Lisa joins us to discuss this powerful framework and how it can be utilized to enhance mental health and well-being.

Lisa begins by providing an overview of Polyvagal Theory, explaining how it works and its connection to the nervous system. She explores how it can be most effectively used in therapeutic settings and shares practical tips for individuals who want to practice it at home.

We dive deeper into the ways in which Polyvagal Theory can help with a range of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Lisa shares real-life examples of how it has helped her clients to regulate their emotions and improve their overall sense of well-being.

As our conversation progresses, Lisa provides guidance on finding a provider trained in Polyvagal Theory and can effectively incorporate it into their practice. We also explore the potential for this approach to enhance our relationships and foster greater connection with others.

ABOUT LISA KLCO, CD, PhD(c), MSW, MACP, RSW, RCC

Lisa is the Clinical Director and a Registered Psychotherapist with Nōmina. Lisa’s primary work is addiction treatment, mental health, and sexual health. She has extensive training in intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy (ISTDP), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), direct neurofeedback (DNF), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). As a retired Canadian Armed Forces Member, she honed her experience with complex trauma. She is also proudly a Certified Transgender Care Specialist with The International Transgender Care Association, supporting her in offering services to all Gender Romantic Minorities.

ABOUT NOMINA:

Advanced Therapies for Advanced Mental Health

Nōmina Integrated Health clinics provide community-based mental health and addiction services across Canada. Our evidence-based therapies include ISTDP, EMDR, DBT, and DNF, delivered by master’s level registered psychotherapists.

Nōmina Wellness is our comprehensive stay mental health and addictions treatment facility for those needing more intensive healing programs and advanced care needs. We specialize in the holistic healing of dual diagnosis and more complex, treatment-resistant disorders.

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