Dr. Debra Kissen is a licensed clinical psychologist and the CEO and founder of Light On Anxiety CBT Treatment Centers. With a passion for making evidence-based mental health care accessible, she has dedicated her career to helping clients effectively manage anxiety, stress, and related disorders through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Dr. Kissen is an internationally recognized speaker and author, committed to translating clinical research into practical tools for her clients and the broader community. She has co-authored several books, including Overcoming Parental Anxiety, the Panic Workbook for Teens, Rewire Your Anxious Brains for Teens: Using CBT, Neuroscience, and Mindfulness to Help You End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry and Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts: An Evidence-Based Guide for Managing Fear and Finding Peace and regularly shares insights on strategies to rewire anxious thinking patterns, cultivate resilience, and improve overall well-being.
Dr. Kissen often serves as a media psychologist and is available for press inquiries and strives to further the dissemination of empirically supported treatment (EST) information by offering user friendly quotes and simple to understand, practical tips and solutions to help mental health consumers move past stress and anxiety.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Kissen is the proud mother of three teenagers and enjoys staying active through tennis and outdoor adventures. Her curiosity and love of problem-solving drive her to continually learn and grow, both personally and professionally. Dr. Kissen believes in the power of connection and collaboration, leading her team at Light On Anxiety with a mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care for clients of all ages.