- Recorded Webinar
Polyvagal-Informed IFS Therapy
Stacy Ruse, LPC
- Recorded Webinar
Overview:
Led by Stacy Ruse, LPC, RYT, this 3-hour workshop provides a comprehensive and results-driven overview of Internal Family Systems Therapy, a highly effective and non-pathologizing modality used widely in various contexts today.
When combined, Polyvagal Theory and Internal Family Systems Therapy empower clinicians with a complete toolkit for resolving the internal conflicts and heightened awareness states that contribute to depression, anxiety, and several other concerns” for more precise language. This course blends these two mindful approaches to help you teach patients vital self-regulation skills while fostering a sense of resilience.
You will learn how to apply the core tenets of Polyvagal theory with the 5 P’s of Internal Family Systems therapy to promote self-mastery for your patients, allowing them to manage their internal parts (using IFS therapy’s 6 F’s) and remain calm and content in a wide range of situations. The material is delivered within a culturally inclusive and competent framework, ensuring that you can teach these regulation techniques effectively to a diverse range of patients in varied contexts.
Objectives:
- Explore the objectives, methods, and motivations behind Polyvagal-Informed Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy approaches.
- Define and practically apply self-energy in your therapeutic approach as a tool to enhance healing and nervous system regulation.
- Utilize the 5 P’s and 6 F’s of the IFS model to support self-directed nervous system regulation and improved client connection.
Scope and Limitations
This course offers an integrative overview of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy and Polyvagal Theory, focusing on their combined use to support nervous system regulation and trauma-informed care. It is designed for licensed mental health professionals and assumes prior knowledge of clinical practice. This course does not provide certification in IFS or Polyvagal Theory, nor is it a substitute for formal training in either model. All concepts should be applied within the participant’s professional scope of practice and in accordance with relevant licensing regulations.
Commercial Support Disclosure
Stacy Ruse is an IFS Institute–Approved Consultant and offers training and consultation in trauma-informed therapies. While her experience with Internal Family Systems and Polyvagal-informed approaches informs the course content, there is no requirement to purchase any services or materials to attend or complete this training.
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Stacy Ruse, LPC
Stacy Ruse, LPC, RYT, is a trauma expert and owner of Aglow Counseling, where she offers global training and consultation services using IFS, EMDR, Transpersonal, and Yoga therapies. Her warm approach, while deeply rooted in trauma-informed methodologies, is also characterized by a transpersonal twist that transcends the boundaries of traditional therapy. She is an IFS-Institute Approved Consultant, Evergreen EMDR Consultant, and Registered Yoga Teacher. AGLOW is a global hub for healing and transformation, guiding therapists and individuals to embody their true Selves. Through EMDR, IFS, transpersonal therapies, and Aglow Yoga, Stacy Ruse, LPC, offers an integrative approach to mind-body-spirit healing practices that empower you and your clients to unlock the unwavering strength and love within.
National Approvals
eCare BHI, as the accredited and approved sponsor, maintains responsibility for all the programs and must abide by each board’s continuing education guidelines.
Professional Counselors — The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No. 6703. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. E care Behavioral Health Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Addiction Professionals — NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute is officially on file with NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) as an Approved Education Provider. They are formally known as NAADAC Provider #139138. Please note that E care Behavioral Health Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
Social Workers — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute, #1706, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. E Care Behavioral Health Institute maintains responsibility for this course.  ACE provider approval period: 06-03-2020 – 06-03-2026.Â
CE Broker
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State Approvals
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- Nevada CPC’s and MFT’s accept ASWB-approved training
- North Dakota Board Of Counselor Examiners LAPC and LAPCS accept ASWB approved training
- Rhode Island Board of Mental Health Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists MHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council LPC and LPCS accept ASWB approved training
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing – CMHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Washington State Department of Mental Health MHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Wisconsin Council on Mental Health LPCS accepts ASWB-approved training
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Who This Training is For:
This program is intended for mental health professionals such as Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, Addiction Counselors, & MFT’s. Psychologists are encouraged to verify if this specific course meets their board’s approval requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we are approved Continuing Education providers by ASWB, NBCC, NAADAC, APA & many other state boards.
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- If the customer doesn’t want the course anymore, or was unsatisfied from it – We can transfer credits to another course of their choice (with same CE credit amount).
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