Debra Ruisard

I am a psychotherapist in private practice who primarily works with individuals who have early childhood experiences of complex trauma. I have over 20 years of experience working in inpatient, outpatient, residential and private practice settings specializing in treating adults who have experienced traumatic stress and co-occurring substance use disorders. My therapeutic approach is psychodynamic, somatic and based in attachment theory. In addition to traditional psychotherapy techniques, I utilize EMDR, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy for treating the symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders that cause distress. I am a trained yoga teacher and promote the benefits of combining trauma sensitive yoga practices (meditation, breathing, mindfulness, postures, etc) with psychotherapy.