Dr. Debra W. McClendon PhD is the CEO of Brain Training Institute LLC (BTI), a researcher and thought leader, constantly creating new ways to help individuals and organizations  heal, grow and change. Her unique style of interacting is rooted in love and the understanding of how neuroscience can be a catalyst for healing & learning. 

She brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to bear in the human development process. Including a PhD in Human & Organizational Systems, a Master of Arts in Human Development, a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership, and a 12-month Evidenced Based Coaching (EBC) Certificate. She is also a Certified Project Manager (CPM) and an EEG Neurofeedback Practitioner, skilled in the principles of Lean Daily Management and the Toyota Way principles. 

She is currently enrolled at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, pursing a second doctorate in PsyD Applied Clinical Psychology as a Neuropsychologist and is currently being supervised by Neuropsychologist, Dr. Paul Mancillas PhD. She is also pursuing a certification from the Functional Medicine University (FMU) and is supervised by Dr. Habib Sadeghi D.O..