Madeline Foster provides a reflection on working in a clinical setting with a public health perspective.
Public Health Perspectives for Psychologists in Clinical Settings: A Reflection
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The Health Psychologist
The Electronic Magazine (E-Zine) of SfHP
This publication focuses on the dissemination of health psychology related information that is intriguing, pertinent, educational, and practical. The goal is to showcase relevant information in the field of health psychology and highlight works in clinical practice, program development, research, advocacy for the practice of health psychology and equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives. It is also a place where SfHP members can communicate and highlight their passion for the field of Health Psychology.
Careers in Health Psych Spotlight: An Interview with Dr. Katherine Meyers, an Integrated Primary Care Psychologist
The former Communications Chair of the Student Advisory Council, Jesse Kruse, interviewed accomplished psychologist, Dr. Jesse Dietch, who provided insights into her experience as a growing professional and gave advice on how to navigate finding one’s own way into becoming an integrated primary care psychologist.
“Drop and give me a thought log!”: The Role of a Military Health Psychologist
Dr. Kim explains working as a military health psychologist and the impact of mental health within this population.
Opportunities and Challenges of Pediatric Integrated Primary Care
Nicole showcases the need for integration in pediatric primary care and the models designed to implement this approach to serving children and adolescents.
Caring for Survivors of COVID-19 and Healthcare Providers During the Pandemic
Dr. Dina Goldstein Silverman provides multiple case examples of how to care for survivors of COVID-19 as their mental health has been affected by the virus.
Careers in Health Psych Spotlight: An Interview with Dr. John Ruiz, Editor of the Health Psychologist
Dr. John Ruiz provided insights into his experience as a growing professional and gave advice on how to navigate finding one’s own way into becoming an accomplished psychologist.
On Sleep Health and Research: An Interview with Jessee Dietch, PhD, DBSM
How many times does a patient come to your office on the weekly basis reporting difficulties with sleep, especially this past year? Research is suggesting that the prevalence of insomnia has increased this past year due to the pandemic. Thankfully our very own sleep expert Dr. Jessee Dietch provides timely resources on assessment, treatment, and consultation for sleep disorders.
What’s Inside: From the Editor’s Desk
Dr. Kourtney Schroeder introduces herself as the new Editor in Chief for The Health Psychologist.
Leadership as an Early Career Psychologist
Dr. Julie Radico describes how to get involved in leadership through her own experiences.
Growth of the Graduate Student Research Awards Program in SfHP
Drs. Ali A. Weinstein, Allison Jane Carroll, and Amanda A. Almond discuss the growth of the research being conducted through the SfHP awarded graduate student research grants over the past three years.
Psychological Treatments for Headache Disorders
Dr. Danielle Miro describes the differing types of headaches disorders, their prevalence, and evidence based treatments for patients with this chronic condition.
Careers in Health Psych: An Interview with Dr. Alexandra Ross, a Pediatric Headache Psychologist
Dr. Alexandra Ross shares her experience working with pediatric headaches and her journey to discovering her niche specialty.
Meet the Editor in Chief
Kourtney Schroeder, Psy.D., is the Editor in Chief for the Health Psychologist E-zine (2022-2025). She received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Schroeder graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Women’s Studies. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Community Healthlink Youth and Family Services. Dr. Schroeder is currently a licensed Clinical Psychologist at Ascension St. Vincent’s Family Medicine Center Residency Program.