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Deb Gutierrez Rising Hope Community Consultants

Stress, Trauma & Anxiety Management that Empowers Communities

Solution-Focused & Action-Oriented Resilience for Individuals, Families, & Workspaces

Hello! I’m Dr. Deb Gutierrez, executive director of Rising Hope. I understand stress, trauma, and anxiety can be overwhelming—I’ve seen it firsthand in classrooms, in my son’s struggles, and through my own journey with PTSD. Mastering natural techniques to manage the brain's anxiety pathways transformed my son's life, and I’m eager to share them with you. My personal and professional experience fuels our mission to build community resilience and empower individuals, families, and organizations to thrive amid challenges. 

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At Rising Hope, our priority is equipping clients with practical insights and skills to navigate stress and reduce its impact. Through neuroeducation, we provide a deeper understanding of the nervous system and self-regulation techniques, fostering meaningful and sustainable progress. By strengthening personal resilience and addressing anxiety triggers, we help clients achieve lasting transformation. Start your journey with us today!

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Rising Hope Community Resilience Consultants
Anxiety Management Specialists

Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

​​If I knew the answer to that question I would definitely tell you. Our son, Tyler, developed a severe mental illness in his early twenties, yet this humble, well-loved former state champion pole-vaulter became my hero. Tyler’s dedication to building  psychological resilience with natural mind-body approaches was truly inspiring. I was shocked that such simple, easy-to learn self-regulation techniques, could so quickly bring the autonomic nervous system back into balance and relieve symptoms. Tyler's successful journey became the foundation for my post-doctoral research, and ultimately led to the launching of Rising Hope in 2021. ​

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Trauma affects us all, regardless of age, gender, class, or race. I've experienced moments in life that brought me to my knees, triggering stress-related symptoms I couldn't manage on my own. While my faith played a significant role in my personal resilience, I had no idea that the human body has built-in mechanisms for controlling anxiety. It's still hard to believe how many symptoms of anxiety can be managed without pharmaceutical aids. If I had a mental health coach to teach me effective techniques, I would have been better equipped to support Tyler's efforts. I also could have reduced the number of sleepless nights, foggy days, and the toll on my physical and mental health. Now, I'm here to help you!

The Neuroeducation of Stress & Anxiety

Tyler associates degree CCC
Education
Dr. Deb education

EDUCATION

2021 Johnson University 

PhD Leadership Studies

Educational Leadership

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​​2006 Elmira College 

Master of Science in Education

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​​​2003 Elmira College

Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies

PUBLICATIONS

Mitigating Trauma in Rural Upstate New York Classrooms, Library of Congress, Certificate of Registration #TX9-067-693, ProQuest, 2021

CERTIFICATIONS

​Addiction & Trauma 

ADHD Specialist

Anger Management

​Anxiety Management 

Grief Treatment

Family Trauma Treatment 

Life Coach LPI ACSTH ICF 

Mental Health Coach 

Mental Health First Responder

NYS Public School Teacher 

Neuroscience of Attachment 

Trauma Support Specialist 

Youth Mental Health Specialist 

TRAININGS 

​ACEs Overcomers National Trainer

​ADHD Certified Professional

Building Resiliency in Youth

Community Resilience Model (CRM) 

Polyvagal Theory Application

Support for Students Exposed to Trauma

AFFILIATIONS

Cornell Coalition Tioga Strong Families 

Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce

​Tioga County ACEs Coalition 

Tioga County Community Network

Waverly Community Chest​

Rising hope building located in Waverly NY
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Rising Hope Community Resilience Consultants

Office:
Waverly, NY 14892

Phone: 607-738-7458

Rising Hope Community Resilience Consultants service the following

Local Counties:

New York: Tioga, Broome, Cayuga, Chemung, Seneca, Schuyler, Steuben Tompkins, Cortland, Chenango.

Pennsylvania: Bradford, Tioga, Susquehanna, Wyoming, Sullivan, Lycoming, and Potter.

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Nationwide Consultation Services Available:

We are proud to offer comprehensive consultation services Nationwide, ensuring accessibility and expertise wherever you are located. Our dedicated team is ready to assist you with personalized solutions tailored to meet your individual needs.

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