Polyvagal Theory in Therapy Training
When:  We have a self-paced asynchronous version of this course that is available now! 
Investment: $149
What You'll ​Receive:  4 CEs, Certificate of Completion, and Training Manual​
Therapists interact with survivors of trauma every day and the effects of secondary trauma can have long lasting impacts.

This Polyvagal Theory in Therapy is an asynchronous self-paced training that will support therapists in applying a trauma-informed, polyvagal approach to navigate both personal and professional life challenges to effectively manage burnout. 

Participants will leave with simple effective tools to help clients and themselves build resilience and emotional regulation skills. 

The presenter will utilize lecture and experiential exercises to create an engaging and dynamic learning experience for participants. 

CE Information: Becca Odom Wellness, Provider #1955, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 4/16/2025-4/16/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 2 Ethics continuing education credits.

If you need special accommodations or have questions, please contact us by clicking here or calling 
828-414-8143.

Course Facilitator: 
​Becca Odom LCSW, E-RYT 200

Becca Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Yoga Teacher with over a decade of experience in the mental health and wellness field. Becca specializes in combining Somatic Approaches with EMDR for trauma recovery.

​She primarily works with women who have experienced trauma, chronic stress and anxiety. Her passion is to empower others to heal themselves and she specializes in anxiety, trauma recovery and stress management. 

She is trained in EMDR, Community Resiliency Model (CRM), Mindful Schools, Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and has her 200-hour yoga teacher training certification. 

Registration is now OPEN!

Training Objectives - Participants will learn how to: 

  • Gain a familiarity with the principles of polyvagal theory as it applies in a clinical therapeutic setting.
     
  • Strengthen knowledge of trauma and its impact on the brain, systems in the body and the vagus nerve.

  • Describe how trauma-informed somatic approaches can help build resilience and prevent burnout when used in both personal and professional settings.
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  • Define trauma and understand its impact on the brain and systems in the body ​​

Join this course and you will receive...

Frequently Asked Questions: 

What does the course cost & what's included? 
Investment: 
  • $149 per course (​Equity seats and scholarships available upon request).

What's included: 
  • 4 hours of polyvagal and trauma-informed tips and resources
  • Downloadable video and audio recordings of somatic practices to support implementation of tools.
  • 4 Continuing Education Credits (CEs)  ​
  • ​​Becca Odom Wellness, Provider #1955, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 4/16/2025-4/16/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 2 Ethics continuing education credits.
  • ​Certificate of Completion
When does the course begin?
This self-paced training is available now! You will have access to the recording for 1 year to return to so you can deepen the tools both personally and professionally. ​
Who is the course for?
This course is made for social workers, counselors and any other mental health professionals who are wanting to bring more polyvagal and trauma-informed practices into their professional and personal life to prevent burnout and enhance trauma recovery.
How long do I have access to the course?
You will have up to 1 year to complete the self-paced course and receive your Certificate of Completion. ​​
WHAT ARE THE COURSE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To earn CE credits for the self-paced course, participants must complete the entire course, complete the posttest, and complete the course evaluation. Participants must achieve a score of 80% or above, and will have up to 3 times to achieve this required score to receive the CE certificate. Certificates are automatically available immediately on the training platform once the above requirements are met.

To earn CE credits for the live virtual course, participants must attend the entire training and complete a course evaluation. Certificates are emailed to participants within 7 business days after the course is completed, and the course evaluation is submitted. 
WHAT ARE THE COURSE INTERACTION AND SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: ​
The self-paced online course is self-paced/non-interactive.
Course questions can be directed to the author by email: [email protected]

System requirements are:
• Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, MacOS 9 or higher, Android 4.0 or higher
• Internet browser: Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Firefox 10.0 or higher
• Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible.
​• Media viewing requirements: Adobe Reader, Flash Player, & HTML5
WHAT IS THE CANCELATION AND REFUND POLICY? ​
We have a 14 day money back guarantee for the self-paced course so if you are not happy with it, please contact me and we will give you a full refund as long as you within that window, have not finished the course yet, and received your certificate of completion. If you have already completed the entire course and received your certificate, we will not be able to refund you for the course. If you need to cancel beyond the 14 day window, you can transfer your credit to another current or future course.

I have a 24 hour cancelation policy for live virtual courses. If you need to cancel within 24 hours of the live course, you can transfer your credit to another current or future course. 

For questions on this policy, please email [email protected]​
WHAT IS THE INSTRUCTION LEVEL FOR THIS COURSE? ​
The instruction level for this course is a beginner level to introduce the concepts of using Polyvagal Theory in Therapy with clients and for managing burnout. 
WHEN WAS THE COURSE CREATED?
This course was originally created in February 2024, and will be reviewed and revised as needed every 6 months. 
What is the timed agenda for this course?
  • Instructions, introduction to the training, breathing practice, and definition of self-care (5 min)
  • Training objectives (2 min)
  • Core Values: Collaboration, mutuality and autonomy. Personal and professional burnout. (5 min)​
  • Why somatic approaches for trauma based on the quotes from Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk and Cherie Spehar LCSW (5 min)
  • Definition of Trauma by the concept of Resmaa Menakem (5 min)
  • Possible sources and types of trauma (5 min)
  • Explication on Completing the stress cycle based on Drs. Amelia and Emily Nagoski (5 min)
  • Understanding trauma’s impact on the brain, levels of the brain and systems in the body (15 min)
  • Somatic Practice:  Brain Game (7 min)
  • Effects of Trauma (8 min)
    Break (10 min, not included in CE credit)
  • Nervous System and Polyvagal Theory and its application in a clinical setting (10 min).
  • Autonomic nervous system ladder (15 min)
  • Somatic approaches for trauma and resilience (8 min)
  • Stimulating the vagus nerve (7 min)
  • Organizing principles and practices of Polyvagal Theory (15)
  • Neuroception and the vagus nerve (5 min)
  • ANS states within a clinical session (8 min)
    Break (10 min, not included in CE credit)
  • Bringing ventral vagal energy into the session (5 min)
  • ANS Personal Ladder Inventory Exercise (15 min)
  • Trauma-informed languaging and implementation of practices for self and clients (5 min).
  • Creating a trauma-informed space for clients (10 min).
  • How to introduce and integrate trauma-informed somatic practices in a clinical setting (10).
  • Tools to increase self-awareness and develop an awareness of the effectiveness of parallel processing with clients (10 min).
  • Somatic practice: Vagus twist, belly breathing and brief body scan practice (7 min)
    Break (10 min, not included in CE credit)
  • Foundation of breath work practice: 3 part breathing and counting breath with tapping (5 min)
  • Opening or closing a practice (4 min)
  • Somatic Practice: Vagus nerve ear massages: general and hollows (6 min)
  • Modified square breathing practice (5 min)
  • Somatic practice: Bounce, shake and sigh (5 min)
  • Guided meditation practices: body scan, NSDR, yoga nidra (10 min)
Do you offer scholarships?
Yes! If you are queer, black, or a person of color, are interested in purchasing this course, and/or have financial hardship, please contact me so we can discuss options together. ​
WHO IS TEACHING THE COURSE? 
Becca Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Yoga Teacher with over a decade of experience in the mental health and wellness field. She specializes in combining Somatic Approaches with EMDR for trauma recovery. Her passion is to empower others to heal themselves and she primarily works with women who have experienced trauma, chronic stress, and anxiety. She has been offering CE trainings on the topics of Trauma, Resilience, Yoga & Self-Care nationally for over a decade. She is trained in EMDR, Community Resiliency Model (CRM), Mindful Schools, Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, and has her 200-hour yoga teacher training certification.
"BECCA CREATES A PEACEFUL, SUPPORTIVE AND CARING SPACE IN WHICH TO HEAL EVERY TIME WE CONNECT! THE WAY SHE "SHOWS UP" MAKES YOU FEEL HEARD, AND HER DIVERSE SET OF HEALING TOOLS MEANS YOU NEVER LEAVE EMPTY HANDED. BECCA HAS SUPPORTED ME PERSONALLY ON MY CONTINUOUS HEALING JOURNEY FOR OVER 8 YEARS, AND HAS ALSO PROVIDED DEEP HEART-OFFERINGS FOR MANY OF THE CANCER SURVIVORS WE SUPPORT."​

— SHANNON CARNEY, DIRECTOR OF WIND RIVER CANCER WELLNESS RETREATS & PROGRAMS​
"BECCA BRINGS A WONDERFUL COMBINATION OF WISDOM, HUMOR, JOY AND KINDNESS TO HER YOGA CLASSES AND PROFESSIONAL WORK. MY THREE TEENAGE DAUGHTERS LOVE BECCA, AND I’M SO GRATEFUL THAT SHE HAS BEEN THEIR FIRST REAL YOGA TEACHER. BECCA HAS ALSO BEEN AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR TEAMS WORKING ON PROJECTS WITH FAMILIES AND MIND-BODY MEDICINE IN THE ASHEVILLE COMMUNITY."

— SCOTT MACGREGOR, MS, LCMHC & CERTIFIED MBSR INSTRUCTOR
828-414-8143
[email protected]
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