05/05/2026
Joseph Kline, LCSW recently attended the training How Parts Work & Polyvagal Theory Transform EMDR with EMDR Chicago Paula Merucci
One of his favorite graphics shared during this training is the Polyvagal traffic light. This image can help anybody to begin establishing an understanding of the different states and responses we have in any environment.
It is important that we remember with any reaction our nervous system is trying to communicate with you and those around you what is needed to help maintain or find safety.
Our body knows what it needs, but are we willing to listen?
