You are not broken, in need of fixing. You are deeply hurt, in need of care.

At the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy®, we apply research-based techniques to form an integrative mind-body approach to trauma recovery that begins with the acceptance of trauma and evolves as you learn to trust your capacity for growth.

Resilience Informed Therapy

A strength-based model developed by Dr. Arielle Schwartz, Resilience Informed Therapy has been applied by therapeutic practitioners around the world to help people recover from PTSD and Complex-PTSD. This model of care involves:
  • EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • Somatic Therapy (Body-Centered Psychotherapy)
  • Mind-body Therapies (Therapeutic Yoga, Mindfulness, and Integrative Healthcare)
  • Parts Work (Gestalt, Internal Family Systems)
  • Relational Psychotherapy
Our trauma specialists bring together their wealth of knowledge and research in these therapeutic modalities to not only deliver their own Resilience Informed Therapy practices but to facilitate community-wide healing through public events, courses, and resources.
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Our Practitioners

Each of the Center’s practitioners offers their own unique approach to Resilience Informed Therapy, applying extensive knowledge and research in psychotherapeutic techniques—including EMDR, somatic therapy, and relational psychotherapy—to facilitate a positive approach to healing trauma.

Amy Annesley, LCSW

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Dr. Arielle Schwartz, PhD

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Shyamaa M. Creaven, PhD

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Dr. Ilene Naomi Rusk

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Joy Dyanne Stearns

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Trauma Can Either Lead to PTSD or Resilience.

Resilience is not a trait that you either have or do not have but a set of strategies that can be learned and practiced. Operating from this principle, our objective is to equip you with the resources and support you need to skillfully work through traumatic life events and to be an active and creative participant in shaping your life and your future.
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“Just knowing I have permission and encouragement to take time each day to find calm and stillness, and having so many wonderful tools to turn to for this, is truly perfect for me.”
— Anonymous
“Coming to recognise what tools to use to help better regulate myself has been a gift.”
— Kate, Dublin, Ireland
“After decades of suffering alone, I am finally moving away from the pain, awakening my potential, and developing a new purpose. Your wisdom and encouragement continue to light the pathway of my healing journey.”
— Liz, United Kingdom

Wisdom & Wellbeing Week 5: Trauma, Recovery and Somatic Intelligence at Blue Spirit Costa Rica
Learn from acclaimed teachers in a variety of daily workshops in your chosen week.Bessel Van Der Kolk, Richard C. Schwartz, Luis Mojica, Arielle Schwartz, Deran Young, Deborah Sandella, Deva Premal & Miten, Stephan Rechtschaffen. For more information, please click here.

Beyond Trauma: A Guided Mind-Body Journey of Resilience, Hope and Post-Traumatic Growth
During this deeply transformative retreat, you’ll explore how trauma impacts the mind and body and learn actionable strategies for healing. With Dr. Schwartz’s compassionate guidance, you’ll experience therapeutic practices that foster clarity and empowerment. By the end of the weekend, you’ll leave with a personalized resilience plan, a deeper understanding of your healing journey, and the confidence to move forward with strength and purpose. Register Now

Vagal Toning for Vibrant Health
Vagal toning is a gentle, yet effective treatment that adds stimulation to the vagus nerve pathway through breath, sound, eye movements, self-applied touch, and gentle yoga movements that help you come into balance. Register Now!

Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Retreat
Join us at the beautiful Paradise Point Resort & Spa in San Diego, California or virtually online where you’ll spend 3 days filled with skills-building and personal transformation! Don’t miss your chance to become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and train with a renowned expert, author and leading voice in the healing of PTSD and complex trauma—Dr. Arielle Schwartz! Learn More!