( HS Rothman 150599 2026) Integrating IFS and Polyvagal Theory Techniques for Anchoring Clients in Embodied Safety and Co-re
Tracking # 20-1363659
Course overview
Our autonomic nervous systems and our protective parts share a common goal to keep us safe. In this workshop led by expert Dr. Alexia Rothman, youll explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and Polyvagal theory can work together to help clients and therapists stay anchored in embodied safety as therapeutic work deepens. Youll get: IFS therapy techniques to partner with clients protectors around safety and regulation Strategies for anchoring clients in states of regulation as vulnerable material emerges Co-regulation and healing practices using your own embodied Self-presence Guided reflection and video demonstrations of polyvagal-informed IFS therapy
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Dr. Alexia Rothman maintains a private practice. She is co-host of the podcasts Conversas IFS and Explorations in Psychotherapy. She is a paid trainer with the IFS Institute, and she receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. Dr. Rothman receives compensation as a consultant. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Alexia Rothman is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Georgia Psychological Association, and the National Register of Health Service Psychologists.