“Dr. Debra” Mandel, renowned psychologist and relationship expert has over twenty years experience helping individuals, couples, and families overcome adversity and learn how to THRIVE!

Dr. Debra Mandel, Ph.D. has extensive training in various theories and methods of practice including: psychodynamic, gestalt, object relations, cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, DBT, and solution-based therapy.
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She uses a holistic approach, encouraging her clients to focus on building their inherent strengths rather than dwelling on their weaknesses or shortcomings.
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She uniquely combines sensitivity, compassion, and humor to deliver a “take charge” approach. If you’re looking for a “head nodder,” you won’t find it in Dr. Debra!

Her practice focuses primarily on people struggling with relationship issues (e.g. intimacy, divorce, infidelity).

However, Dr. Debra also has extensive training and expertise in several areas such as:

  • Addictions
  • Parenting
  • Coping with loss
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Workplace drama
  • Fall-out from childhood abuse
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder

Dr. Debra adapts her methods to meet the needs and goals of her clients and she readily provides hands on tools and tips for improving one’s overall wellbeing. She is especially sensitive to issues of shame and the stigma that many people carry around with regards to seeking psychotherapy and she works hard at getting people to value and cherish their decision to seek help!

Dr. Debra sees clients on a fee-for-service basis at the time of each visit (unless otherwise agreed) and does not accept insurance. However she will provide documentation so clients can submit a claim to their insurance company for reimbursement.

Dr. Debra not only serves people through private practice, she also brings her message of growth and healing to various television and radio programs, lecture platforms, newspaper columns, and magazine articles. She’s frequently sought out by companies and organizations to offer her expertise regarding coworker problems and stress management, and teaching employees and bosses how to eliminate drama and create positive relationships in the workplace.

Dr. Debra hosted her own weekly advice, call-in radio program, streaming live on the Internet, every Tuesday at 1:00 pm PT (and archived): The Dr. Debra and Therapist Kelli Show. Visit www.latalkradio.com for more information.

Special note: If you’re in the process of choosing a psychotherapist, you may very well be intimidated, if not completely overwhelmed by the process. After all, entering into a therapeutic relationship means you’re going to be sharing personal, intimate details of your life with a stranger. So clearly, it’s an important decision and one that often requires a great deal of thought and research to find someone whom you think can actually help you. Whether you’re seeking a relationship expert or someone with a more global practice, you can make the process a little easier if you do some advance research. Please click here to find the Eight Tips to Finding the Right Therapist for You.

If you’d like more information or would like to set an appointment, please feel free to call Dr. Debra at 818.335.6309 or email [email protected]