Dr. Deborah S. Wilder is a highly respected psychologist and therapist with over three decades of experience, specializing in relationship and divorce issues, particularly those involving narcissistic and emotional abuse. As a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (CNATC), Dr. Wilder is dedicated to helping individuals, especially women, navigate the challenging and painful journey of recovering from emotional and narcissistic abuse, particularly in the context of high-conflict divorces.
Her extensive career spans a range of clinical settings, including working in a private residential psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, a college counseling center, a family and children’s services center, and a Veterans Administration Medical Center. While at the VA, Dr. Wilder worked with veterans who served in the Korean War, Vietnam War, and Desert Storm, where she specialized in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Behavioral Medicine. Since 1994, she has been in private practice, where she has helped thousands of clients navigate some of the most challenging and life-altering circumstances.
Throughout her career, Dr. Wilder has balanced her clinical expertise with a compassionate, personalized approach, ensuring each client receives the care and support they need to heal. Her therapeutic practice is rooted in evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed care. She is particularly known for her ability to combine professional insight with genuine warmth, offering her clients not only the tools they need to recover but also the emotional support to feel truly seen and understood during their healing process.
Dr. Wilder’s unique ability to blend clinical experience with real-world application sets her apart from others in her field. Her specialization in divorce, as well as emotional and narcissistic abuse recovery, allows her to provide clients with tangible strategies to protect their peace, reclaim their identity, and move forward with strength and resilience. Her clients often describe her as a steady, calming presence during their most difficult times, someone who provides not just expert guidance but also empathy and validation.
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Wilder has made significant contributions to the field of divorce and relationship counseling. She is a best-selling contributing author of Divorce Decoded: A Manifesto for Women Navigating Divorce and Beyond, and co-hosts the YouTube series “Divorce and Relationships Decoded,” where she offers valuable insights and advice to individuals going through divorce or emotional abuse recovery. She has also served on the Board of Directors of Visions Anew, a closed non-profit organization that had been dedicated to helping individuals navigate divorce and find a renewed sense of purpose in their lives.
Dr. Wilder is also an active member of several prominent professional organizations, including the American Psychological Association, the Georgia Psychological Association, the Amicable Divorce Network, and PSYPACT, which allows her to provide telehealth services in 42 states. She is a registered civil and divorce mediator with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution and is committed to providing accessible and effective solutions to those in need of support.
The Center for Therapy and Mediation, founded by Dr. Wilder, serves as a sanctuary for those looking to heal from emotional and narcissistic abuse. Through both individual therapy and online resources, such as courses and workshops, Dr. Wilder continues to empower her clients to reclaim their lives, identity, and peace of mind. Her mission is centered around education, healing, and hope, with the ultimate goal of helping clients rebuild their lives after one of the most difficult experiences they may face.
Dr. Wilder’s commitment to her work and the individuals she serves is deeply personal. She brings not just clinical expertise but also a deep, heartfelt dedication to helping her clients navigate the emotional complexities of divorce and abuse recovery. For Dr. Wilder, this work is not just a profession—it is a calling.
To learn more about Dr. Deborah S. Wilder and the services offered at the Center for Therapy and Mediation, visit her website at https://drdeborahwilder.com.
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