In Conversation with Daniel J. Siegel and Stephen W. Porges
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Join us for an exclusive conversation with two of the most pioneering minds in clinical and therapeutic innovation – Dr. Daniel J. Siegel and Dr. Stephen W. Porges. Both will introduce their latest groundbreaking projects, reflecting on their journeys in psychotherapy, neurobiology, and polyvagal theory. They will share personal stories, professional milestones, and their forward-looking visions.
Dr. Siegel will introduce his highly anticipated new book, Personality and Wholeness in Psychotherapy, which will be released on November 19, 2024. The book explores how interpersonal neurobiology and the Enneagram of Personality can provide practitioners with transformative tools for deep, lasting change.
Dr. Porges will discuss his two recent books, Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us (co-authored with his son, Seth) and Polyvagal Perspectives: Interventions, Practices, and Strategies. He will also discuss his collaboration with Anthony Gorry, Sonocea Technology blending science and music to promote emotional restoration – a partnership born at GXC 2022 and revisited at GXC 2024, showcasing the conference’s role in fostering innovative collaborations.
This is a unique opportunity to explore the future of mental health and well-being with two thought leaders whose work continues to shape the field.
Presenters
Dr. Stephen W. Porges is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University and the founder of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is best known for developing Polyvagal Theory, which has transformed the understanding of the autonomic nervous system’s role in emotional regulation and social behavior. His Safe and Sound Protocol™ is widely used by clinicians to improve social engagement and reduce stress. Dr. Porges’ latest collaboration on Sonocea marks a new frontier in biologically informed music therapy.
Dr. Daniel J. Siegel is a renowned psychiatrist and clinical professor of psychiatry at UCLA. A Harvard Medical School graduate, he is the executive director of the Mindsight Institute and a leader in interpersonal neurobiology. His extensive work, including The Developing Mind and Mindsight, has transformed the understanding of how relationships and the brain shape who we are. His publications, including several New York Times bestsellers, have been translated into over 40 languages. Dr. Siegel’s expertise spans psychotherapy,parenting, and mindfulness, and his latest work focuses on integrating traditional wisdom frameworks into clinical practices.
Mike found his passion for helping others through his own journey of healing and recovery. He started his career in the mental health field working with adult clients who suffered from complex trauma and PTSD, as well as chemical and process addictions. He has since traveled to India to study and become certified in Yoga and Meditation. Mike is a Florida Certified Addiction Counselor and an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor through the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC). Mike is also a nationally Certified Trauma Professional through Spirit2Spirit Trauma Healing and a NeuroAffective Relational Model® (NARM®) Practitioner.
In addition, Mike is a national speaker and educator on the topics of developmental trauma, addiction, and adolescent treatment. Mike utilizes his extensive training and experience in the field of trauma, somatic psychology, interpersonal neurobiology, and addiction treatment to inform the creation of individual, group, and family programming for our clients and their loved ones at Family First.
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- The Global Exchange Conference - Exchange Events
- Family First Adolescent Services