Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, EMDR Consultant, and Kripalu yoga teacher. She is an internationally sought-after speaker, a leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and the author of eight books, including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga, and The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma.

As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, Dr. Schwartz’s work is rooted in positive psychology and focuses on enhancing internal resources and fostering growth. She offers an integrative, mind–body approach to therapy that incorporates relational therapy, somatic psychology, EMDR therapy, parts work, and therapeutic yoga for trauma. Praised by Dr. Stephen Porges, she specializes in the clinical application of polyvagal theory, emphasizing the role of autonomic nervous system regulation in mental and physical health.

Dr. Schwartz’s work has been featured through organizations such as the Shift Network, Sounds True, the Polyvagal Institute, PESI, Leading Edge Seminars, Academy of Therapy Wisdom, Psychotherapy Networker, The Embody Lab, Art of Living, and the Omega Institute. She shares educational resources through her writing, public speaking, social media, and blog. She views trauma recovery as a process of resilience, integration, and growth.

Learn more at drarielleschwartz.com and resilienceinformedtherapy.com.