Dr. Deborah Buckwalter is an accomplished clinical psychologist with advanced training and nearly three decades of experience in psychotherapy and psychological & neuropsychological assessment, as well as applications of psychology in business and other settings. She brings her dedication to personal and professional growth, quality care, respect for the uniqueness of individuals and systems, and scientifically based applications into all aspects of her professional work. Her skillfulness, warmth, attentiveness, and sense of humor are focused on helping individuals make the most of their lives and on making systems thrive. 

Deborah attained Masters’ degrees in Marital & Family Therapy and Spiritual Formation, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the School of Psychology, Fuller Seminary. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the UCLA Department of Neurology. Her work is highly influenced by Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB), the scientifically-informed proposal that a person’s brain, mind, and relationships interact to create who that person is, and that interpersonal relationships throughout the lifespan literally shape & reshape the connections in the brain.  

Deborah’s independent psychology practice functions within The Center for Connection, a cutting edge integrative, collaborative network of independent professionals from various fields who affirm and respect their distinct specializations, while intentionally connecting and learning from each other. She is the Director of Well Being for the Center. Deborah has developed deep expertise in a range of issues including adult attention deficit and adult autism spectrum symptoms, recovery from physical trauma, wellness and resilience development.