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Understanding Polyvagal Theory: Why Safety Comes Before Change with Expert Deb Dana | Ep. 31
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Deb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, consultant, and author recognized internationally for her work translating Polyvagal Theory into practical, accessible tools. In close collaboration with Dr. Stephen Porges, she has helped clinicians, therapists, and individuals understand how the nervous system shapes safety, stress responses, and connection. Through her books, trainings, and teachings, Deb is known for making complex neuroscience relatable and usable in everyday life, with a focus on regulation, relationship, and embodied healing.
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Polyvagal Ladder / Personal Profile Map
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Connect with us:
Website: www.timfletcher.ca
YouTube: @TimFletcher
YouTube (Podcast): @TimeWithTimPodcast
Instagram: @timfletcherco
Facebook: TimFletcherCo
TikTok: @timfletcher_co
Have a question for Tim Fletcher? Submit it here! https://bit.ly/TimewithTimQuestionBox
Intro/Outro Music:
‘Take Your Pick’ by Aaron Lieberman
YouTube Audio Library License - Royalty-Free
Disclaimers:
The Time with Tim Fletcher Podcast is for informational purposes only to provide understanding, learning, and awareness about complex trauma. No information published here can replace professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis, please contact your local crisis hotline at
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