Invited Speaker: Debra Kaysen, Ph.D, ABPP

Professor

Stanford University

Debra Kaysen, PhD, ABPP is a licensed clinical psychologist and a recognized expert in the field of trauma and PTSD treatment. Her research focuses on understanding the psychological impacts of trauma and developing effective interventions for individuals affected by traumatic experiences. In particular, her research program emphasizes the importance of culturally sensitive approaches to mental health care, and she is dedicated to enhancing outcomes for diverse populations and expanding access to care. With a strong emphasis on evidence-based practices, her work integrates clinical research with community-based approaches to enhance mental health outcomes. Dr. Kaysen has conducted multiple clinical trials on the treatment of PTSD and related disorders, across a wide variety of interventions including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy, and Relapse Prevention. She has published over 200 journal articles. Dr. Kaysen is a past President of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies and her clinical work has been featured on This American Life (https://www.thisamericanlife.org/682/ten-sessions).  She is passionate about training mental health professionals in effective therapeutic techniques to enhance client outcomes and promote healing. Dr. Kaysen currently serves as a faculty member at Stanford University, where she continues to advance the field of psychology through research, teaching, and clinical supervision.