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Dr. Jeffrey Brantley | Mindfulness & Psychiatry Expert
Learn about Dr. Jeffrey Brantley, Duke psychiatrist and mindfulness expert specializing in anxiety relief through MBSR and meditation techniques.
MINDFUL STAFF
Jul 27, 2025
2 min read(214 words)
Credentials and Professional Background
- Board Certified Psychiatrist since 1984
- Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (2008)
- Consulting Associate at Duke University Department of Psychiatry
- 18+ years experience in community mental health and private practice
Pioneering Work in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
- Founding faculty member of Duke Integrative Medicine
- Established Duke's MBSR program in 1998
- Trained directly with:
- Jon Kabat-Zinn (MBSR founder)
- Thich Nhat Hanh
- Other renowned meditation teachers
Key Publications on Mindfulness and Anxiety Relief
- Calming Your Anxious Mind - Teaches mindfulness techniques for anxiety disorders
- Five Good Minutes series (co-authored) - Bite-sized mindfulness practices
- Daily Meditations for Calming Your Anxious Mind - Practical mindfulness exercises
- Five Good Minutes in Your Body - Body acceptance through mindfulness
Clinical Approach
Dr. Brantley combines:
- Traditional psychiatric training
- Evidence-based mindfulness practices
- Compassion-focused techniques
Why His Work Matters
His integrative approach helps patients:
- Reduce anxiety and panic symptoms
- Develop sustainable self-care habits
- Improve mind-body connection
Experience the Benefits of Mindfulness Psychiatry
Dr. Brantley's work demonstrates how combining Western psychiatry with Eastern mindfulness practices creates powerful tools for mental wellness. His accessible books and clinical programs make these techniques available to everyone.