Duke Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences’ Behavioral Medicine Program addresses stress, psychological factors in disease, and behavioral and pharmacological approaches to the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of stress-related medical disorders.

We strive to advance the scientific understanding of biological, social, psychological, and behavioral factors in human health and disease through research and education, and to apply this knowledge to the development of interventions for disease prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Our behavioral health clinical services include:

• Counseling for individuals, couples, and families
• Mental stress testing
• Anger management counseling
• Psychological assessment
• Relaxation training and biofeedback
• Sexual dysfunction counseling
• Smoking cessation counseling
• Stress management counseling
• Weight loss counseling

Because there is a close link between heart health and mental well-being, we also offer a number of cardiovascular measurement services -- both invasive and noninvasive.

Opportunities for Research Participation

Please note that many of these specialized clinical programs also conduct ongoing mental health research trials that may be accessible to eligible and interested patients and families.

Appointments

For more information about behavioral medicine services at Duke, or to schedule an appointment or get a referral, call 919-684-0100 locally or 888-ASK-DUKE (888-275-3853) toll-free, or e-mail us at psycinfo@mc.duke.edu.

Locations

This service is available at:

• Behavioral Medicine Research Center
  2212 Elder Street, Durham, NC 27705
• Duke Behavioral Medicine
  Duke Clinic, 200 Trent Drive, 4th Floor, White Zone, Durham, NC 27710
• Duke Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
  Health Services Center, 407 Crutchfield Street, Durham, NC 27704