Deb Dana, LCSW

Profile of Deb Dana, LCSW

Deb Dana is a prominent clinician, consultant, and author specializing in complex trauma. Her focus is on applying Polyvagal Theory to understand and address the impact of trauma, as well as developing strategies that honor the role of the autonomic nervous system.

Contributions and Projects Polyvagal Institute and Collaborations:

Deb Dana is a founding member of the Polyvagal Institute and a consultant for the Khiron Clinics, as well as an advisor for Unyte.

Clinical Training Series:

She is the creator of the “Rhythm of Regulation” clinical training series, which provides the foundations of clinical applications of Polyvagal Theory. This series trains clinical psychologists to guide sessions from a nervous system perspective and educate trauma survivors about Polyvagal Theory.

Relevant Publications:

Her clinical work, published in collaboration with Editorial Eleftheria, SL in Spain, includes works such as “Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Linking the rhythm of regulation” (2019), “Polyvagal Exercises for Safety and Connection: 50 Client-Centered Practices” (2021), and “Polyvagal Practices: Anchoring the Self in Safety” (2023).

Collaborations with Sounds True:

She collaborates with Sounds True to bring her Polyvagal perspective to the general public through audio programs and printed books, such as “Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of Polyvagal Theory” and “Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory”. Contact and Resources For more information about Deb Dana’s work, visit her website www.rhythmofregulation.com.

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  • Deb-Dana

    🇪🇸 🇬🇧 [Available in Spanish and English]Online Seminar with Deb Dana- Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation: Foundations of Polyvagal Informed Practice Part I

    European Seminar with Deb Dana. Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation: Foundations of Polyvagal Informed Practice Part I. Locations: The online platform of the Institute. Total Learning Hours: 30 hrs. Format: 15 hours pre-recorded video lessons (English, Spanish or Italian). PDF Transcripts for these pre-recorded video lessons (English, Spanish or Italian). 15 hours live consultations and online group practice through Zoom with Translation for Spanish speaking people and Italian speaking people.

    833.33€

  • Polyvagal Theory LIVE with Deb Dana

    This particular training comprises three 3 hour workshops intended to teach you the founding pillars of Polyvagal Theory taught by Deb Dana herself in English. There will be a Spanish simultaneous translation for those who need it on their own language channel as this is an International Training. This training will offer a theoretical exposition and the opportunity to practice and experience the organizing principles of Polyvagal Theory, allowing for the integration of the concepts taught.

  • Master Class with Deb Dana: Deepen your Practice

    Hotel Calipolis, Sitges Ave. Sofia, 2, Sitges, Barcelona, Spain

    This intimate, in-person retreat-style workshop will take place from March 21st until the 23rd, 2025 in the beautiful Mediterranean coastal town of Sitges, next to Barcelona, Spain. One of Deb's favourite European spots to teach Polyvagal Informed Practice.