Innovative Mental Health Care: Dr. Christopher Deussing's Holistic Approach

In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Dr. Christopher Deussing, a seasoned mental health clinician and the owner of Integrative DBT Psychotherapy, LLC. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Dr. Deussing shares his journey, from starting his career in the challenging environment of Kensington to founding a successful group practice that integrates various therapeutic modalities.

Key Points:

• Dr. Deussing's early experiences in mental health and addiction counseling.
• The founding and growth of Integrative DBT Psychotherapy, LLC.
• His innovative approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), contemporary psychoanalysis, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
• The importance of holistic and individualized care in mental health treatment.
• Dr. Deussing's views on the future of mental health care, particularly the integration of psychedelic therapies.
• The significance of mental health awareness and the role of community and relationships in therapy.

Guest Information: Dr. Christopher Deussing is a mental health clinician with a master's and doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. He is also trained in Psychedelic Assisted Therapies from the California Institute of Integral Studies. Dr. Deussing hosts his own podcast, Talking Cure with Dr. D., and is an active instructor and crisis clinician.

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