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About Dr. Gelbart and The Potent Mind Approach

The Potent Mind, created by psychiatrist Dr. Jerry H. Gelbart, is a trusted resource for mental health education and care. Blending decades of clinical expertise with a Bio–Psycho–Socio–Spiritual approach, Dr. Gelbart turns psychiatric science into practical tools for everyday resilience.

Quick Facts

• Who: Jerry H. Gelbart, M.D., Board-Certified Psychiatrist; APA Life Fellow
• What: Psychotherapy, medication management, ADHD evaluations,  genetic testing
• Where: Adult psychiatric care in Auburn, CA and Orinda, CA, plus secure telepsychiatry across California
• Education Brand: The Potent Mind—articles, videos, podcasts, and guides

FAQs

What is The Potent Mind?

The Potent Mind is Dr. Gelbart’s mental health education brand that offers evidence‑based resources—articles, videos, and podcasts—to make complex psychiatric concepts easy to understand and apply in daily life.

Who is Dr. Jerry Gelbart?

Dr. Jerry H. Gelbart is a board‑certified psychiatrist with 30+ years of clinical experience and an APA Life Fellow. He integrates science, psychotherapy, and mindfulness to help adults improve focus, mood, and overall well‑being. For more details about Dr. Gelbart CLICK HERE

What is your approach to wellness?

I use an integrative, Bio–Psycho–Socio–Spiritual framework that treats root causes, not just symptoms.

 

  • Biological: brain chemistry, sleep, nutrition, genetics, and medications (when appropriate)

  • Psychological: evidence‑based therapies and skills training

  • Social: relationships, work‑life balance, community

  • Spiritual: meaning, purpose, and mindful awareness 

        For more on Approach to Wellness CLICK HERE

What services do you provide?

​Treatment plan is structured based on each individual's needs. I offer:

  • Psychotherapy (individual)

  • Medication management

  • ADHD evaluations using QbCheck

  • Genetic testing–informed treatment decisions.

What conditions do you treat?

Adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, sleep and stress‑related conditions, and focus and performance challenges.

Where do you see patients?

I see patients via secure tele-psychiatry anywhere in California.

Primary office is in Auburn, and secondary office in Orinda.

Do you collaborate with other providers?

Yes. I coordinate care with primary care physicians, therapists, and specialists when helpful.

Do you accept insurance?

Many plans are accepted. Please click here for current coverage and billing details.

I also operate on fee-for-service basis and can provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.

Are you accepting new patients?

Yes, Dr. Gelbart is currrently accepting new patients for telehealth visits.

How can I get started?

Use the New Patient Form below to request an appointment, and you can also explore the podcast, articles, and videos for education.

Submission of this form goes directly to our medical office and is HIPAA compliant according to Google Workspace HIPAA Compliance standards.

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