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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.
Onward and Upward: Highlights of the 2024-2025 Presidential Goals and Initiatives
Our incoming president, Dr. Stephanie Fitzpatrick, introduces her vision for promoting health psychology through inclusive engagement, outlining her initiatives and goals for the upcoming term.
Living with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome: An Interview with an AYA
From the Society for Health Psychology, the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Interest Group shares the perspective of a young woman navigating life with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Dominique Legros and Dr. McKelvey illuminate her journey to diagnosis and provide essential information on living with this condition.
Pro Tips for Building a Specialty Care Integrated Practice: APA Integrated Specialty Care (ISC) Awareness Committee
In our Interdisciplinary Corner, Dr. Ashton and colleagues offer practical tips for building an integrated specialty care practice.
Reflecting on a Year of Progress: Connections, Learning, Engagement, and Growth
Dr. Vogel expands upon his previous article in the president’s column, highlighting how our Division has demonstrated the themes of connections, learning, engagement, and growth in this ongoing year.
Bridging Gaps Between Health Psychology and Lifestyle Medicine
Delilah Harounian describes the opportunity for utilizing the six pillars of lifestyle medicine as health psychologists to treat individuals with chronic health conditions through a holistic approach.
Strengthening Connections, Fostering Learning, Engaging, and Cultivating Growth
Our president, Dr. Mark Vogel, demonstrates how these four pillars are modeled within our Division: connection, learning, engagement, and growth. He encourages the continuation of these pillars in order to inspire and mold the future of our Division for our community as whole.
Disorders of the Gut-Brain Interaction: A Cross-Cultural Concern that CAN be Treated!
Drs. Ellen Joseph and Tiffany Duffing discuss the gut-brain interaction and the disorders that occur as a result. They described the significant impact of discrimination within marginalized communities experiencing these disorders of the gut-brain interaction while advocating for the need for changing the patient’s experience in order to better treat and provide relief for these individuals.
Great Expectations – What the Year Holds for All
Dr. Mark Vogel describes all of the great initiatives to look forward to in the upcoming year, which includes focusing on the well-being of health psychologists.
“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.
Informing Our Future by Honoring Our Past
Dr. Barbara Ward-Zimmerman reflects on the long history of our Division and the upcoming historical mark of 50 years! Dr. Ward-Zimmerman describes how our past will be used to inform our future in growing this Division.
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.