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Integrative Healing for Mind, Body, and Spirit
Devorah Sacks is a holistic healing practice integrating somatic psychotherapy, yoga therapy, and embodied healing to address mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Founded on the principle that individuals inherently possess the capacity for self-healing, our approach emphasizes reconnecting clients with their authentic selves through psychodynamic theory, somatic inquiry, and yogic wisdom. With over 30 years of yoga practice and formal training in somatic psychotherapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies, our lead practitioner combines trauma-informed techniques, including Trauma Sensitive Yoga and Yoga Nidra, to facilitate deep transformation.Our services include personalized 1:1 therapy sessions, a structured 3-month mentorship program, and customized home practices designed to cultivate mind-body awareness and sustainable lifestyle changes. We serve clients in Grass Valley, California, and through online therapy platforms, prioritizing a client-centered approach that values presence, curiosity, and somatic connection.
Services
Somatic Psychotherapy
Yoga Therapy
Embodied Healing
Trauma Sensitive Yoga
3-Month Mentorship
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- 30 years of yoga practice and teaching experience
- Certified yoga therapist and licensed somatic psychotherapist
- Trauma Sensitive Yoga and Yoga Nidra certified
- Custom-tailored 3-month mentorship programs
- Combines psychodynamic theory with somatic and yogic practices
Associations and certifications
- California Institute of Integral Studies
- Integrative Restoration Institute
- Generative Somatics
Services
Somatic Psychotherapy
Somatic Psychotherapy integrates mind-body awareness to address emotional and psychological challenges through physical sensations. This approach helps clients release tension patterns, process trauma, and develop greater self-awareness. Practitioners track bodily responses to stress while combining talk therapy with somatic interventions for holistic healing.
Yoga Therapy
Yoga Therapy applies yogic principles to support individual health goals through customized postures, breathing techniques, and meditation practices. This service addresses physical limitations, emotional distress, and spiritual disconnection using trauma-informed methods. Sessions emphasize present-moment awareness and experiential learning to cultivate self-regulation skills.
3-Month Mentorship
The 3-Month Mentorship program offers structured personal development through weekly sessions and customized home practices. Participants receive guidance on psychological inquiry, lifestyle changes, and integrative health practices. This immersive experience fosters sustainable growth through personalized goal-setting and accountability frameworks.
Trauma Sensitive Yoga
Trauma Sensitive Yoga provides a safe space for healing trauma through gentle movement and mindful awareness. This practice emphasizes choice, empowerment, and bodily autonomy while addressing nervous system regulation. Classes focus on breathwork, grounding techniques, and somatic resourcing to rebuild safety in the body.
Embodied Healing
Embodied Healing combines multiple therapeutic modalities to address whole-person wellness through physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. This approach cultivates body awareness to transform reactive patterns and chronic tension. Techniques include somatic tracking, meditative inquiry, and nervous system regulation practices.
People
Devorah Sacks
Founder & Lead Therapist
Devorah Sacks is a licensed somatic psychotherapist with 30 years of yoga experience and formal training from the California Institute of Integral Studies. Certified in Yoga Nidra and Trauma Sensitive Yoga, she specializes in integrating psychodynamic theory with somatic practices. Her work emphasizes mind-body connection and whole-self healing through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We offer somatic psychotherapy, yoga therapy, trauma-sensitive yoga, and a 3-month mentorship program for whole-self healing.
How does the 3-month mentorship work?
The mentorship includes weekly sessions, customized home practices, and personalized guidance for psychological, physical, and emotional growth over three months.
Are sessions available online?
Yes, we offer online therapy sessions for non-local clients through secure virtual platforms.
What areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in trauma recovery, mind-body connection, emotional regulation, and integrative approaches combining psychology and yoga therapy.
How are sessions structured?
Sessions can be weekly, biweekly, or as part of our immersive 3-month mentorship program tailored to individual needs.
What makes your approach unique?
Our approach uniquely integrates somatic psychotherapy, yogic wisdom, and psychodynamic theory for comprehensive mind-body-spirit healing.
Reviews (5)
Colleen H.
Nov 26, 2015
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Deborah was a devoted Marriage and Family Therapist who met me somatically and especially got me through graduate school in a similar discipline. Like an ever-flowing emotional well, my relationship with Devorah has never grown dry despite us naturally going our own ways at this time. Gratitude for the connection.
M. P.
Jun 02, 2014
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Devorah was wonderful. I went for a short time (by my choice) and she helped me quite a bit. She was one of the most insightful therapists I've ever been to and she was always kind and patient. I am very grateful I had the chance to work with her.
Asherah E.
Jan 30, 2014
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So I'm writing this with tenderness and a lot of mixed emotions. Devorah was my therapist and yoga teacher for a few years. As a yoga teacher, she's a five star extraordinaire. Having her as a therapist was a mixed experience, with a lot of blessings and one or two challenges that were simply not okay.
She's excellent with meeting, and holding, big emotion- really anywhere you need to go, she will fearlessly walk into that fire and meet you there, and hold you and hold space in big, messy emotions. A billion stars for that, and for her somatic (embodied) work. From my perspective
She's excellent with meeting, and holding, big emotion- really anywhere you need to go, she will fearlessly walk into that fire and meet you there, and hold you and hold space in big, messy emotions. A billion stars for that, and for her somatic (embodied) work. From my perspective
Lauren C.
Jul 14, 2013
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Devorah Sacks is a kickass guide to the sometimes ecstatic, sometimes gnarly journey of self discovery. She will get you in touch with what your body already knows and help you machete through the weeds that hold you back from true happiness. She's as genuine and generous as they come and has been practicing what she teaches for years (and probably lifetimes). Like a good guide, she'll always be right there with you wherever you are--laughing, crying and everywhere in between. When you are doing that thing you do to avoid whatever you're feeling, she'll gently nudge you. When
Brianna M.
Apr 02, 2013
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Five stars is not enough! First of all, if you are familiar with the yoga nidra practice and have been looking for a skilled teacher to go deeper with, please see Devorah. Not only is she extremely well versed in the theories and methods of practice, but she brings a unique perspective and awareness that is worth checking out. If you are new to the practice, here's a brief overview. Yoga nidra is a guided progressive relaxation/meditation, where your teacher leads you through the different layers of being (physical, emotional, breath, etc.) and usually incorporates a theme of some kind
