Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has worked with thousands of Bay Area adults and couples for more than 18 years.
I received my undergraduate degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University and my Masters Degree and Doctoral Degree at the California Graduate School of Psychology (Now Argosy University.) I have been trained in models of family therapy, have had clinical experience in the area of child abuse prevention, and have received extensive pre- and post-doctoral training in health psychology at UCSF Medical Center.
As a staff psychologist at UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center, I worked with over 2000 individuals who were diagnosed with cancer. During that time, I provided psychological services to patients and family members. I assisted both faculty and staff with difficult patient interactions, provided support on both an inpatient and outpatient level, ran numerous support groups, and gave talks on a variety of cancer-related topics.
After many years at UCSF, I left to devote all of my time to my private psychotherapy and consultation practice. There, I expanded my clinical expertise to include working with men and women in the tech industry and the particular challenges some of them face. In addition, I focused my practice on those dealing with health-related issues, trauma, relationship struggles and anxiety/depression.
I have a particular interest in the impact of stress on health and well-being, as well as the implementation of a collaborative model of treatment with other health specialties.
I am a member of Division 42 of the American Psychological Association, the California Psychological Association, the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, the National Center For Crisis Management, Give an Hour, and the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.
Keywords: psychologist
therapist
psychotherapist
marriage counseling
couples counseling
social anxiety
ptsd
chronic illness
asperger's
depression
anxiety
bipolar disorder
loneliness
self-esteem
procrastination
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
19 years.
What is your primary product or service?
Psychological services and consultation.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Helping people improve their health and well-being is a passion of mine.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I provide a very practical, concrete approach and will work collaboratively with medical and complimentary providers.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location only.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Located on Geary Blvd between 6th and 7th Avenues.
What type of payments do you accept?
All major credit cards, HSA (health savings account) cards, personal check or cash.
Which areas do you service?
Located in San Francisco but work with people who reside all over the Bay Area.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Dr. Debra Marks
What are your hours of operation?
Monday thru Friday by appointment.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I find it easy to talk to you.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"Change happens with a decision."
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