Intro to Co-Regulation

This 33-min pre-recorded workshop is available for digital download, which includes closed captioning and reminders to breathe & drink water.

This workshop will provide you with:

  • a clear understanding of what nervous system regulation is and how you can co-regulate with your dog to reduce reactive behavior and manage stress

  • 2 somatic exercises to reduce stress in yourself

  • 1 training exercises you can do with your dog to improve their attention on you around distractions

  • 1 activity to help you build awareness of your nervous system and sensory experiences

Intro to Co-Regulation is a 33-minute virtual workshop that will provide you with a clear understanding of co-regulation, plus experiential activities so that you can:

 

1

understand what it means to co-regulate with your dog

2

practice a body scanning skill that will help you cultivate awareness of your nervous system state

3

practice 1 somatic exercise for shifting your nervous system to a calmer state

 

4

practice 1 training exercise to improve your dog’s ability to respond to their name around distractions

5

describe 3 steps for cultivating a co-regulation practice with your dog

 

6

recognize a clear path to reducing anxiety and stress for both you and your dog

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about the workshop

  • Who is this for?

    This workshop is for you if:

    • you adopted a dog for emotional support, but now you are feeling more isolated and stressed because of your dog’s behavior

    • you feel at a loss because your dog “goes nuts” during everyday situations

    • you are exhausted because so much vigilance is required to avoid your dog’s triggers

    • you are heartbroken because you just want to snuggle with your pup, but when you try they growl at you

    • you recently experienced a significant life-changing event and need support finding balance and routine with your dog

  • What frameworks are used?

    This workshop was developed through a combination of the following:

    • humane and force free canine behavior modification

    • occupational therapy in community-based mental health

    • embodied consent with Share The Load, Inc.

    • decolonized nonviolent communication with Meenadchi

    • The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy by Deb Dana

    • Control Unleashed: Reactive to Relaxed by Leslie McDevitt

  • What techniques will be used?

    • guided movement and breathing

    • dynamic interactive education

    • guided visualization and journaling

    • somatic (body-based) exercises

    • positive reinforcement, conversational, & invitation-based dog training

    • discussion

  • Who else is this for?

    This workshop is also for you if:

    • you are vibing with co-regulation and want to know how it works in real life

    • you love my approach to dog behavior and want to experience the magic

    • you know some people who would benefit from my services, but you aren’t sure how to describe what I do 

get the workshop

Joining this workshop will jump-start your co-regulation journey!

After just 33 minutes (plus the time it takes you to do the activities), you will be able to connect better with your dog around distractions, improve your awareness of yourself and your needs, and shake off stress so that you can show up fully when engaging in meaningful activities with your dog.

Start flourishing mutually with your dog, today!