I am passionate about using methods that utilize the brain’s inherent neuroplasticity to heal longstanding mental conditions and character traits that we used to believe were unalterable. I am very optimistic that people have the ability to heal and grow out of longstanding and seemingly intractable thought and feeling patterns.
For the suffering mind, I integratively treat problems of thinking, feeling and behaviour using cognitive growth practices including but not limited to Harvard psychologist Robert Kegan’s Immunity To Change Process and a clinical application of The Work of Byron Katie. For the body/brain, I offer medications, reccommendations on diet change, supplements, herbs, and acupuncture.
If medication is indicated for your situation I will offer what may work best for you. If elimination of medication is a desire and realistic possibility, I can offer you a safe way to come off of it. I will work with you where you presently are to help you end your own suffering.
Payment is expected at the time of service. Upon request I will provide you with a billing receipt that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. It is your responsibility to deal directly with your insurance carrier. If your insurance requires pre-certification for out of network care, I will do my part to obtain it. I accept cash, checks, and major credit cards. Call me directly at 805-272-8039 or email me @ london.debra@gmail.com to ask questions or to schedule an appointment.
Welcome to my practice of Integrative Psychiatry
About Neuroplasticity
“In the past 20 years there has been a profound shift in our understanding of neuroplasticity: the brains ability to alter it’s own structure as well as generating new neurons. We have knowledge of how to use the mind to intentionally transform ourselves into conscious peaceful beings. We can free ourselves from the effects of our past conditioning”.