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Lyn MacBeath, Psychiatrist
Psychiatrist in Walnut Creek, California

Lyn MacBeath, Psychiatrist

Specialties:
Alcohol use Detachment/disconnection Dissociative disorders Drug/substance use Sexual trauma +30
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 18-75+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: Yes
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Dr. Lyn MacBeath helps adults across California find relief from complex mental health challenges through a thoughtful combination of medication management and therapy. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she brings decades of experience as a Medical Doctor to support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Her care is rooted in a holistic philosophy that integrates mental and physical health while fostering a collaborative, respectful environment where patients feel heard and understood. Dr. MacBeath has experience treating conditions such as PTSD/trauma, anxiety, and substance use concerns, using evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and mindfulness techniques. She works closely with adults, including military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, tailoring care plans to align with each person’s unique needs and life circumstances. In addition to individual therapy, she provides medication management and case coordination to support continuity and depth of care. She is passionate about supporting individuals with trauma-related conditions, including complex PTSD and dissociation, as well as those managing behavioral and process addictions and self-harm behaviors such as non-suicidal self-injury, trichotillomania, and excoriation disorder. Her trauma-informed approach emphasizes safety, authenticity, and empowerment, helping patients build resilience and regain a sense of control in their lives. Known for her calm and empathetic presence, Dr. MacBeath prioritizes active listening and conflict resolution, helping patients feel validated while working toward meaningful, sustainable change. Her approach integrates clinical expertise with compassion, encouraging balanced, “win-win” outcomes and long-term wellness. Outside of her clinical work, Dr. MacBeath enjoys meditation, yoga, teaching Yin Yoga, hiking, volunteering at an elementary school, and practicing visible mending.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • Alcohol use
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Drug/substance use
  • Sexual trauma
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • ADHD
  • Aging
  • Anxiety
  • Attention & focus
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Depression/feeling down
  • End-of-life challenges
  • First responder stress
  • Gambling
  • Gender identity
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Intense mood changes
  • LGBTQ+
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Panic attacks
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine

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Lyn MacBeath, Psychiatrist in Walnut Creek, California

Lyn MacBeath

Psychiatrist in Walnut Creek, California

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