Understanding Polyvagal Theory
What is Polyvagal Theory? The Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr Stephen Porges in the early 1990s, offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and its role in emotional regulation, social connection, and behavioural responses. The theory has significantly influenced fields like psychology, psychiatry, and neuroscience by shedding light on how our […]
Becoming a Counsellor-What’s Good and What’s Not!
Becoming a counsellor is without doubt one of the best things I’ve ever done. However, it hasn’t come without a cost! It is so different from any course I have ever studied and one of the most challenging. I knew it would be difficult because there were essays, presentations, case studies, and more to do […]
My Experience as a Counselling Student
I did my counselling training with the University of Wales Trinity St David (delivered by Ammanford College). I studied for a foundation degree in counselling. The course I took was for two years and was accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). The course was to train me to become an integrative […]
