Session 1 - Somatic Applications of Applied Polyvagal Theory In Real Time: A Day of Live Clinical Demonstrations - Where Theory Comes to Life in the Therapy Room
Session 1 - Somatic Applications of Applied Polyvagal Theory In Real Time: A Day of Live Clinical Demonstrations - Where Theory Comes to Life in the Therapy Room
Date : January 23, 2026
Time : 9am-5:30pm (1.5 hour lunch)
Presenter: Ruby Jo Walker/Southwest Trauma Training
Location : Love Life Therapy Center, LLC, 1430 E Ft Lowell Rd, Suite 210, Tucson, AZ
CEU Hours: 6.5 (pending approval)
Description
This innovative full-day workshop is designed for clinicians, therapists, and practitioners who want to apply Polyvagal Theory and somatic practices to their work with clients. In this workshop, Polyvagal Theory comes alive in real-time. Participants will learn the necessary skills to work effectively with the nervous system to support downregulation, leading to deeper, lasting change for clients.
Each demonstration will include:
• Real-time mapping to support individualized pathways for nervous system regulation
• Tools for tracking and shifting physiological states
• Post-demo discussions to connect theory with intervention
• Practical strategies to help clinicians use their own nervous systems as a therapeutic resource
While brief didactic segments will offer key context, the emphasis is on learning through live observation—an approach that deepens integration and supports clinical applications.
Full Price: $185*
Early Bird Rate (register by 1/8/26 at 11:59pm): $165* (save $20)
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About the Presenter
Ruby Jo Walker, LCSW, SEP, CHT
Southwest Trauma Training Founder
• Author
• Creator of Post-Traumatic Growth Somatic Therapy™
• Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
• Certified Hakomi Therapist
Ruby Jo Walker, LCSW, SEP, CHT is an author, experienced (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) trauma therapist, and trainer sought for her expertise in Polyvagal Theory—specializing in the neurobiology of trauma and resilience. She is the founder of SW Trauma Training Services where she developed Post-Traumatic Growth Somatic Therapy, a unique combination of advanced somatic therapy practices rooted in neurobiology, resilience, trauma healing, and attachment theory, using applied Polyvagal Theory. Additionally, she is certified in Somatic Experiencing and Hakomi Mindfulness Therapy.
Ruby Jo's experience in the field of trauma spans over 30 years of training a wide range of professionals from various disciplines in Polyvagal-informed trauma protocols. Her work continues to impact psychotherapists, healthcare providers, trauma support agencies, behavioral health service groups, human service agencies, and attendees at Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence conferences. She has facilitated hundreds of trainings, providing expert guidance to help individuals and organizations better understand and address the impact and treatment of trauma for improved client outcomes and effectiveness in their work.
Ruby Jo has a passion for supporting professionals and clients incorporating an understanding of neurobiology to bring about deep change and transformation. Committed to her community, Ruby Jo served in a leadership role on a statewide task force that developed supportive resources for healthcare workers in Colorado during the 2020 pandemic. She is a contributing author of a Norton Press book on Somatic Therapies edited by Dr. Stephen Porges, PhD. slated to be published in 2025. In collaboration with Norton Press, Ruby Jo will publish her first book focusing on Applied Polyvagal Theory to Trauma Treatment in late 2025 (or early 2026).
