Welcome! You’ve likely come to this site because of my new book with Dr. Jeffrey M. Schwartz, You Are Not Your Brain, or because of A&E’s show Obsessed. Whatever the reason, thanks for visiting. I am very excited about our book for many reasons, but mostly because of the personal significance it has for me. More »

In You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life, Jeffrey Schwartz, M.D. and Rebecca Gladding, M.D., leading UCLA psychiatrists and researchers, combine cutting-edge scientific research with an adaptable 4-step program to help people understand, identify, and free themselves from the deceptive brain messages that hold them back. By learning how to identify deceptive brain messages and channel them through the power of focused attention, those who follow this easy-to-implement program can ultimately lead more fulfilling and empowered lives.  More »