Polyvagal Therapy Services
Healing the nervous system to restore safety, connection, and resilience
At The Counselling House, our Polyvagal Therapy Services provide evidence-based support for individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, stress, or dysregulation of the nervous system. Polyvagal-informed therapy focuses on understanding the body’s nervous system responses and using this knowledge to cultivate safety, emotional regulation, and relational connection.
What We Offer
Polyvagal therapy supports a variety of challenges, including:
- Trauma & PTSD Support – Helping clients regulate nervous system responses following traumatic experiences.
- Anxiety & Stress Regulation – Tools to calm overactivation and reduce chronic stress symptoms.
- Emotional Dysregulation – Strategies to identify and respond to patterns of shutdown or hyperarousal.
- Relationship & Social Engagement Support – Enhancing connection, communication, and trust with others.
- Mind-Body Integration – Techniques to build awareness of physical sensations, cues, and self-regulation strategies.
- Co-Regulation & Somatic Practices – Guided practices to restore balance and resilience in the nervous system.
“Polyvagal therapy helps clients feel safe in their bodies, regulate emotions, and reconnect with themselves and others.”
Our Approach
- Polyvagal-Informed Therapy – Using the principles of the Polyvagal Theory to guide nervous system regulation and healing.
- Client-Centered & Trauma-Informed – Tailored to the client’s experiences, goals, and emotional state.
- Integration with Other Modalities – Can be combined with CBT, mindfulness, EMDR, and other evidence-based therapies.
- Flexible Delivery – Sessions available in-person, online, or by phone.
Who Can Benefit
Polyvagal therapy is ideal for:
- Individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, or chronic stress
- People struggling with emotional dysregulation, anxiety, or nervous system hyperarousal
- Clients seeking improved relational connection and social engagement
- Anyone wanting to build resilience and feel safe in their body and mind
Why Choose The Counselling House?
- Experienced Providers: Led by Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill, RSW, RMFT, RCAT, RP, trained in Polyvagal Theory and somatic interventions.
- Evidence-Based & Compassionate: Therapy combines nervous system science with practical coping and emotional regulation skills.
- Safe & Supportive Environment: Confidential and trauma-informed setting for healing and growth.
- Flexible & Accessible: Sessions available in-person, online, or by phone.
Get Started Today
Regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, and reconnect with yourself and others through Polyvagal Therapy Services at The Counselling House. Contact us to schedule a consultation.
Who provides these services:
Dr. Laurie Ponsford-Hill, RSW, RMFT, RCAT, RP, and trained therapists specializing in Polyvagal-informed therapy.
