Ann Bortz

Ann Bortz is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and International Yoga Teacher Trainer with extensive experience in trauma-informed care. Currently, Bortz is affiliated with Yoga Medicine® as a course developer and instructor of online programs focused on mindfulness and trauma-sensitive yoga. Bortz has been providing pro bono asylum evaluations through Physicians for Human Rights since 2018 and operates a private practice specializing in trauma therapy since 2002. In addition, Bortz initiated a yoga therapy program for traumatized teens at Denver Children's Home and has contributed to various research and clinical initiatives aimed at integrating yoga as a therapeutic intervention for veterans and children with complex trauma histories. Bortz holds a Psy.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Denver and a B.A. in Anthropology from Pomona College.