Dr. Robert Yeilding, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Robert Yeilding
Integrating CBT, mindfulness, and compassion-based strategies, Dr. Yeilding empowers individuals to learn and grow. Recognizing the profound impact of sleep on mental well-being, Dr. Yeilding offers specialized support through his advanced training in CBT for Insomnia (CBTi).
Additionally, as a board member and prior co-chair for the National Social Anxiety Center, Dr. Yeilding actively contributes to fostering evidence-based care for social anxiety in the community. Dr. Yeilding offers the expert guidance and compassionate support you deserve. Reach out and connect with him today!
Robert's Professional Credentials
Education Background
Dr. Yeilding received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA, and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from CSPP at Alliant International University, Los Angeles.
He is certified in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy as a diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive- Behavioral Therapies.
He has participated in training at the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
He has received advanced training in CBT for Insomnia (CBTi) from the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Yeilding participated in training in Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training (MB-EAT) at the Esalen Institute, designed to apply mindfulness skills to foster a healthy relationship to food and eating.
Professional Experience
Dr. Yeilding also serves as a clinical psychologist at the UCLA Insomnia Clinic, specializing in delivering CBT for Insomnia (CBTi) to individuals struggling with sleep challenges.
He also served as a clinical instructor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, providing supervision and training in CBT and evidence-based approaches.
Additionally, Dr. Yeilding currently serves as a board member and was a prior co-chair for the National Social Anxiety Center, further developing his expertise and contributing to NSAC's mission of fostering evidence-based care of social anxiety.
YCBT Services is proud to be the Bixby Knolls - Long Beach, CA regional clinic for the National Social Anxiety Center, which was established to make quality psychotherapy services available to those in need.
Through research, collaboration and educating clinicians and the public, NSAC is committed to improving services and care for people seeking help for social anxiety. Visit NSAC here for more information about Social Anxiety.