ACES Online

Neurocounseling was defined by Russell-Chapin (2016) as “the integration of neuroscience into the practice of counseling by teaching and illustrating the physiological underpinnings of many of our mental health concerns” (p.93). The isomorphic reflection that occurs from the therapeutic alliance to the supervisory alliance has pointed to a natural application of therapy-based modalities and techniques within clinical supervision. Porges’s (1995) Polyvagal Theory illuminated the role of the autonomic nervous system in a myriad of human behaviors and thoughts. Dana (2023) worked to create a clinical translation of the neurophysiological system’s role from polyvagal theory that could be utilized for wellness in counseling as Polyvagal Therapy. The presenters will help expand the application of Dana’s (2023) work to the realm of clinical supervision by demonstrating a supervisory framework and PVT techniques that aid supervisees’ self-awareness and case conceptualization.