Polyvagal Equine Institute

🎙️ PVEI Instagram LIVE!

Join Dr. Rebecca Bailey and Sarah Sampson, founder of Mindful Mustang in Topanga, California, and a PVEI member, for a friendly chat about the nervous system, horses, and the work they both love.

They’ll chat about how learning about the nervous system has changed their own lives, how it shapes the work they do, where their approaches naturally align, and the lessons horses continue to teach them every day.

No presentation—just a genuine conversation between two people who are passionate about helping others through connection, regulation, and the wisdom of horses.

Saturday, June 27th
10:00 AM PST
LIVE on Instagram

Bring your questions, grab a cup of coffee, and join the conversation. We can’t wait to see you there!

Only ONE DAY Away! June 5th @ 9am

Don’t miss this opportunity to help shape our next International Educational Zoom Series at the Polyvagal Equine Institute

We’re creating an 8-Month International Educational Zoom experience — and we want your voice, ideas, and perspective to be part of it.

- Bring your ideas
- Bring your curiosity
- Help us co-create something meaningful together

Only one day away — sign up now! https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/product/baileys-banter-international-zoom-education-series-planning-session/

Join us June 5th to Help Shape Our Next International Educational Zoom Series

At the Polyvagal Equine Institute, we believe the best learning happens through connection, curiosity, and collaboration.

We’re planning a new 8-Month International Educational Zoom Series — and we want to build it with you.

Join us for a collaborative planning session where we’ll gather:
- Topic ideas
- Polyvagal-inspired discussions
- International perspectives
- Scheduling and preferred dates
- Community interests and needs

Whether you’re a mental health professional, educator, equine practitioner, coach, or simply passionate about nervous system-informed work, your voice matters.

Come brainstorm, share ideas, and help us create a meaningful educational experience for our global community.

✨ Bring your ideas.
✨ Bring your questions.
✨ Bring your vision.

When: June 5th @ 9am pst
Sign up: https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/product/baileys-banter-international-zoom-education-series-planning-session/

June Workshop Reminder

Curious about the Polyvagal Equine Institute but not ready to commit to the full 12-Month ProPEL Program?

This is your chance to dip your toes in.

Our 4-Day Introduction to PVEI Foundations Workshop can be attended as a stand-alone workshop experience or as Workshop 1 of the 12-Month ProPEL Program.

✨ Come for the workshop only
✨ Or continue into the full ProPEL certification pathway

During this immersive 4-day experience, participants will explore:
- Polyvagal principles and nervous system health
- Human and equine behavior through a polyvagal lens
- Authentic connection and co-regulation
- Practical integration into professional and personal life
- Experiential learning — with or without horses

This workshop is designed for mental health professionals, equine practitioners, educators, coaches, helpers, and anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of connection, safety, and regulation.

You do not need to commit to the full program to attend.

Come experience the workshop, meet the community, and see if this work resonates with you.

Learn more here:
Introduction to PVEI Foundations Workshop
https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/product/introduction-to-pvei-foundations-workshop-1-of-the-propel-program/

Bailey’s Banter Reminder

Thoughtful conversations. Real stories. Polyvagal-informed discussions. A community that keeps learning together.

Bailey’s Banter sessions with Dr. Rebecca Bailey are designed to be accessible, conversational, and meaningful — whether you’re a practitioner, equine professional, educator, helper, or simply curious about nervous systems and connection.

✨ FREE for PVEI Members
✨ $10 for everyone else
✨ Replays are available for members at PVEI.com
✨ Registered participants receive email reminders and Zoom links before each session.

Upcoming Bailey’s Banter Sessions:

-Who’s Regulating the Regulator? Practitioner Burnout & Sustainability -
May 25th @ 9am pst

- International Zoom Education Series Planning Session - June 5th @ 9am pst

- The Future of Equine-Assisted Work: Bold Ideas & Open Questions- June 22nd @ 9am pst

Come learn, reflect, connect, and explore with us. 💛

Bailey’s Banter Update

Our upcoming Bailey’s Banter session:

Who’s Regulating the Regulator?
Practitioner Burnout & Sustainability

has been rescheduled to:

MAY 25TH, 2026 @ 9am pst

Join Dr. Rebecca Bailey for a thoughtful conversation exploring practitioner wellness, nervous system sustainability, burnout, connection, and the importance of caring for the caregivers.

✨ FREE for PVEI Members
✨ $10 for non-members
✨ Replay available for members at PVEI.com
✨ Registered participants receive email reminders and Zoom links before the session

Because supporting others starts with supporting ourselves. 💛

Sign up: https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/product/baileys-banter-whos-regulating-the-regulator-practitioner-burnout-sustainability-may-25-2026/

Join us June 5th to Help Shape Our Next International Educational Zoom Series

At the Polyvagal Equine Institute, we believe the best learning happens through connection, curiosity, and collaboration.

We’re planning a new 8-Month International Educational Zoom Series — and we want to build it with you.

Join us for a collaborative planning session where we’ll gather:
* Topic ideas
* Polyvagal-inspired discussions
* International perspectives
* Scheduling and preferred dates
* Community interests and needs

Whether you’re a mental health professional, educator, equine practitioner, coach, or simply passionate about nervous system-informed work, your voice matters.

Come brainstorm, share ideas, and help us create a meaningful educational experience for our global community.

✨ Bring your ideas.
✨ Bring your questions.
✨ Bring your vision for what this learning space could become.

When: June 5th @ 9am pst
Sign up: https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/product/baileys-banter-international-zoom-education-series-planning-session/

Meet Mango

Professional snack inspector.
Keeper of boundaries.
Tiny donkey. Huge personality.

Mango doesn’t do things because everyone else is doing them.
He likes to think things through first… preferably while judging you gently from across the field.

✨ Expert in:
• Side-eye communication
• Thoughtful pauses
• Snack negotiations
• Knowing exactly what he wants
• Making everyone smile without even trying

Today’s reminder from Mango:
You don’t have to rush.
You don’t have to people-please.
And snacks are always a good idea.

At Polyvagal Equine Institute, we love the animals who remind us that authenticity is its own kind of wisdom. 💛

In this session:
When a client hits activation…
When the horse escalates…
When you’re holding space for trauma you didn’t expect —

What do you actually do?

Join us as practitioners share real moments from the arena and we explore polyvagal responses in action.

What is Bailey’s Banter?

A live, virtual Zoom hosted by PVEI founder Dr. Rebecca Bailey.

Topics are inspired by PVEI Premium Member submissions, creating real, relevant conversations from the field.

✨ Open to members & non-members
✨ Live Q&A included

🎥 Recording available for PVEI Premium Members

Session Time

🕘 9:00 – 9:30 AM PST

• $10 Non-members
• FREE for PVEI Members

Save your spot
https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/product/baileys-banter-staying-in-the-window-practitioners-talk-real-sessions-may-11-2026/