Deb
Dana
Pioneer in the application of Polyvagal Theory to clinical practice, thus making it widely accessible through clear, engaging language.
Deb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, author, speaker, and internationally recognized expert on the clinical application of Polyvagal Theory. She was the first to apply the Polyvagal Theory in clinical practice. She is a founding member of the Polyvagal Institute and an advisor to Unyte. Through her work she plays a critical role in advancing the application of Polyvagal-informed approaches in clinical settings.
Deb, an international expert on the Polyvagal Theory and its use in understanding and resolving the impact of trauma in our lives, is well known for her ability to translate the complexities of Polyvagal Theory into accessible, client-centered interventions. She has thus made the theory accessible and understandable to everyone, thanks to her simple and clear language. Through her series of training programs called Rhythm of Regulation®, she has introduced groundbreaking tools and practices that empower professionals and individuals alike to understand their nervous systems and change the way they navigate their daily lives.
Deb’s clinical work published with W.W. Norton includes The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy, Polyvagal Exercises, the Polyvagal Flip Chart, and the Glimmers Journal. Her work with Sounds True for a general audience includes Anchored and The Nervous System Workbook.
Deb is also a consultant at the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium.
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