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Jerry Gelbart, MD, Psychiatry, Orinda, CA

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Psychiatry Orinda, CA

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  • Office

    23 Altarinda Rd
    Ste. 205A
    Orinda, CA 94563
    Phone+1 925-254-3652

Summary

  • Hi, I’m Dr. Jerry Gelbart, a psychiatrist in Orinda, California. When most people hear “psychiatrist” they think “medications” or “pill pusher.” I do have 30 years’ experience prescribing and teaching about psychiatric medications, which can be effective in reducing symptoms, however my emphasis is on psychotherapy, meditation, and lifestyle change. That’s where the long-lasting benefits are. That’s what can help to get people off medications.

    My orientation is Biopsychosociospiritual, which means attention to physical and medical issues, as well as emotional, relationship, and spiritual or religious areas. I utilize newer psychotherapeutic models including extensive training and teaching in Cognitive-Behavioral and Dialectical-Behavioral Therapies. I don’t just tell patients “go meditate” but actually teach why and how it will help with their specific symptoms, and together make the behavior changes to integrate meditation and other healthy routines.

    You’re invited to check out my website and blog at www.ThePotentMind.com for more information about my approach. Thank you.

Clinical Expertise

  • Mindfulness meditation, Psychotherapy, Cognitive-behavioral therapy , Psychopharmacology, Dialectical behavior therapy

Education & Training

  • UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
    UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare SystemResidency, Psychiatry, 1986 - 1989
  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
    University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonResidency, Anesthesiology, 1985 - 1985
  • Maimonides Medical Center
    Maimonides Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1984 - 1985
  • University of California San Francisco (East Bay)
    University of California San Francisco (East Bay)Residency, Surgery, 1981 - 1983
  • Ohio State University College of Medicine
    Ohio State University College of MedicineClass of 1981

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1982 - 2026
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Psychiatry
  • State of California, Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers' Compensation, Medical UnitQualified Medical Evaluator

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow American Psychiatric Association

Publications & Presentations

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