Polyvagal Theory and Trauma: Providing School Counsellors with Practical Guidance on How to Integrate Principles of Polyvagal Theory to Foster Trauma-Sensitive Environments in Elementary Schools

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dc.contributor.authorJohal, Hardeep
dc.date.accessioned2025-09-30T20:14:44Z
dc.date.available2025-09-30T20:14:44Z
dc.date.issued2025-07-02
dc.description.abstractThis capstone explores how Polyvagal Theory can inform trauma-sensitive practices in schools. Drawing on recent literature, this paper outlines the impact of trauma and principles of Polyvagal theory-neuroception, the hierarchy of states and coregulation-on student behaviour, learning and relational needs. Through this lens, schools can create environments that are supportive of student empowerment and resilience, contributing to healthier communities grounded in safety, connection and healing. This capstone includes infographics and practical strategies for educators to support safety, emotional regulation/state change, connection through co-regulation and resilience in students-fostering healing, learning, and growth for those impacted by trauma.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11803/4743
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisher.institutionCity University of Seattle (CityU)
dc.rightsAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States
dc.rightsopenAccess
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/
dc.subjecttrauma
dc.subjectschool counselling
dc.subjectpolyvagal theory
dc.subjecttrauma-sensitive practices
dc.titlePolyvagal Theory and Trauma: Providing School Counsellors with Practical Guidance on How to Integrate Principles of Polyvagal Theory to Foster Trauma-Sensitive Environments in Elementary Schools
dc.typeCapstone
thesis.degree.disciplineSchool Counselling
thesis.degree.grantorCity University of Seattle (CityU)
thesis.degree.levelMasters
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Education
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