OT Digest

Polyvagal Theory and the Safe and Sound Protocol: Research, Clinical Implications, and Future Growth

Episode Summary

This episode takes a look at the current evidence surrounding Polyvagal Theory and the Safe and Sound Protocol with Rebecca Knowles OTD, OTR/L, RYT Training and Research Manager at Unyte iLs and Dr. Catherine Cavaliere Ph.D., OTR/L researcher and professor at Dominican University.

Episode Notes

Resources:

• Neuro-occupation: https://ottheory.com/therapy-model/model-neuro-occupation-intention-meaning-and-perception
• Dan Siegel: https://drdansiegel.com/
• Intentional Relationship Model: https://ottheory.com/therapy-model/intentional-relationship-model-irm
• Unite iLs Website: https://integratedlistening.com/
• Link to the Provider Case Study form.
• Link to connect with a program consultant about getting started with the SSP

5:36- Introduction to Polyvagal Theory (PVT)

10:00 - Introduction to the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

17:31 - Current research on the SSP

25:30 - Implementing what we know now about PVT/SSP in Clinical Practice

33:40 - Next steps for using the SSP

35:30 - How to get involved in this research