Narayan Brach, Psy.D.

Dr. Brach is a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY34326) who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and evidence-based mindfulness interventions for adults coping with anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties, substance use issues, and adjustment to life transitions. Dr. Brach’s therapeutic approach emphasizes building a compassionate, trusting relationship through open and genuine communication. He collaboratively works with clients to clarify goals and develop a treatment plan to best fit their unique needs.

Dr. Brach received his Psy.D. from the PGSP-Stanford Psy.D. Consortium and completed his pre-doctoral internship at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek, working primarily with patients navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Before beginning his doctoral training, Dr. Brach conducted neuroimaging research evaluating the impact of mindfulness practice on the brain, cognition, and emotion. He draws upon this background in bringing evidence-based mindfulness approaches into his work when they fit with client’s specific goals.

In addition to his work at Pacific Anxiety Group, Dr. Brach focuses on the development of a wearable biofeedback device for stress and anxiety management. This experience has led him to incorporate mind-body interventions and technologies that support individuals in cultivating resilience and enhancing wellbeing into his practice.