I'd say that your best bet would be to go with a Restoration build and hang out WELL in the backline. Many of the Restoration item spells are fantastic for survivability, such as Generous was Tsungrai or Protective was Kaolai.
An alternative strategy would be to go a Communing route, and maintain defensive spirits such as Union or Shelter. Be advised though, when you're spawning a spirit, you're just sitting on the ground for 3-5 seconds, and that could put you in danger. With a Restoration-based build, you'd at least have the mobility to kite if needed.
I'd tentatively say that it's not incredibly difficult to get max Survivor on a Ritualist. We're sorta backline folk anyway. Just keep your wits about you and you should be okay.
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