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Debra Lyman Sex: Female; LCSW # LCS22113 (Since 2004) 3120 Telegraph Ave. # 9, Berkeley 94705 (510) 594-4099 deb@debralyman.com www.debralyman.com Fee scale: $120, a fee reduction may be possible, call to discuss DESCRIPTION OF CLINICAL PRACTICE My goal is to help my clients transform their limiting beliefs, access their strengths, and move toward a greater sense of wholeness and ease. My therapeutic approach is depth-oriented and relational, with particular emphasis on present-moment experience and the wisdom of the body. Clients and colleagues have described my style as authentic, direct, and warm and appreciate my sense of humor. I work with adults and adolescents, and have particular interest and expertise in the following areas: doubt, self-judgment and perfectionism; LGBTQ individuals and couples; overcoming trauma, burnout and stress reduction; relational difficulties; and highly sensitive people. I offer periodic Womanhood Without Motherhood groups for non-parenting women. VIPASSANA/MEDITATION BACKGROUND I have been practicing Vipassana and Metta meditation since 1997. I have done multiple residential retreats since 2001, with my intention being to sit at least one 10-day retreat per year. RELEVANT CLINICAL TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE I received my MSW from Smith College School for Social Work and continued my training through the Advanced Psychodynamic Training program at The Psychotherapy Institute. I have also completed professional training in the Hakomi Method of Body-Centered Psychotherapy. In ongoing consultation with colleagues, I study the integration of mindfulness, attachment theory, neurobiology, and relational psychoanalytic thought. I currently supervise pre-licensed therapists at The Pacific Center, The Wright Institute and at East Bay Agency for Children. |