Today, an article in @apadivision38.bsky.social's Health Psychology—"Effects of self-compassion on stress and health behaviors in daily life: A randomized controlled trial"—marks the 6 millionth record indexed in APA PsycInfo, a product of @apadatabases.bsky.social. Read here: https://bit.ly/4xfUcWj
APA Division 38 Society for Health Psychology
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Over 35 years of contributions. Over 35 years of collaboration. Bringing Health Psychology into focus. societyforhealthpsychology.org
🏆 Congratulations to Jeffrey Reiter, PhD, ABPP, recipient of the 2026 Nathan W. Perry Jr. Award for Career Service to Health Psychology! Through decades of leadership in integrated primary care, Dr. Reiter has helped expand access to whole-person behavioral healthcare. #HealthPsychology #SfHP
Join SfHP (Division 38) at APA 2026! And don’t miss our SfHP Social at Busboys & Poets (450 K Street NW) on Thurs, Aug 6 from 5:30–7:30pm. Looking forward to connecting with you in DC! societyforhealthpsychology.org/events/annua...
🏆 Congratulations to Michael A. Perelman, PhD, recipient of the 2026 Excellence in Clinical Health Psychology Award! A pioneer in interdisciplinary, biopsychosocial care, Dr. Perelman has helped advance clinical health psychology by integrating sexual health into healthcare practice. #SfHP
✨ SfHP Webinar — Thurs, July 9th at 1pm ET Join us for a deep dive into emerging pharmacological and non‑pharmacological treatments for substance use. 🎓 1.0 CE available Free for SfHP members | $30 for nonmembers Register: societyforhealthpsychology.org/register/web...
The July 2026 Health Psychology issue is out — highlighting resilience, adaptation, and the science of health + behavior. Editor’s Choice: "Trait self-control and health behavior: Meta-analysis and test of a mediational model." (open access) Full issue: psycnet.apa.org/PsycARTICLES...
🏆 Congratulations to Mark Vogel, PhD, ABPP, recipient of the 2026 Cynthia D. Belar Award for Excellence in Health Psychology Education & Training. Through decades of leadership, mentorship, and innovation in education, Dr. Vogel has helped shape generations of health psychologists. #HealthPsychology
🏆 Congratulations to Sarah Pressman, PhD, recipient of the 2026 Excellence in Health Psychology Mentoring Award. An outstanding mentor and leader in health psychology, Dr. Pressman has inspired generations of students and trainees to pursue meaningful science that improves lives. #HealthPsychology
Dr. Maria Anastasiades, known to many as Dr. A, is a Consultation-Liaison Psychologist and Chair of SfHP's Education and Training Council. For Dr. A, SfHP is a welcoming community built on mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth. We're honored to recognize her leadership and service.
From Research to Real Impact: Building Science Communication Skills for Public Engagement 🗓️ June 30, 2026 ⏰ 1 PM ET 💡 1.0 CE Credit 💲 FREE for SfHP members | $30 for non‑members Register: societyforhealthpsychology.org/register/web...
🏆 Congratulations to Rebecca C. Thurston, PhD, recipient of the 2026 Excellence in Health Psychology Research Award. An internationally recognized leader in women's health research, Dr. Thurston has helped shape our understanding of the connections between mental & physical health. #SfHP
Aimee Cruz, PsyD, is a Clinical Health Psychologist and member of SfHP. She serves on multiple SfHP committees and currently chairs the Consultation-Liaison Psychology Interest Group. For Aimee, SfHP is The Home of Health Psychology—a place where collaboration, support, and community come together.
June Health Psychology issue is out! Editor’s Choice is free to read — Longitudinal associations between father– and mother–child interactions, coparenting, and child cardiometabolic health. 🔗 doi.org/10.1037/hea0...
Ana Bullock, PsyD, is a Lead Psychologist in Hospital-Based Psychology, Psychology Internship Training Director, and longtime SfHP member. For Ana, SfHP is The Home of Health Psychology—a community built on mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth. #HealthPsychology #SfHP #APADiv38
Excited to share an upcoming CE webinar hosted by the Society for Health Psychology’s Consultation/Liaison Interest Group: “The Development of a Consultation-Liaison Psychologist: From Trainee to Building a Service.” 🔗 Register here: societyforhealthpsychology.org/sfhp-events/...
Danielle Miller, PhD, is a Licensed Psychologist at Greenwich Hospital and a dedicated leader within SfHP. SfHP has helped her build connections, grow as a leader, and strengthen her professional identity throughout her career journey. For Danielle, #SfHP is The Home of #HealthPsychology.
Society for Health Psychology members receive access to The Health Psychologist E-Zine featuring research, clinical insights, advocacy, and perspectives from across the field. It is also a place for members to share their own voices and contributions throughout every stage of their career. #SfHP
The future of #HealthPsychology is shaped by the education, training, and support we invest in today. SfHP’s Education & Training Council helps strengthen the varied pathways into the field while supporting growth across career stages, building a stronger profession for all. #PsychologyEducation
Madeline Konsor, PhD, is a Clinical Psychologist and active member of SfHP. For Madeline, SfHP is The Home of Health Psychology — a community rooted in mentorship, collaboration, and supporting one another across every stage of a career. We’re honored to feature her leadership. #HealthPsychology
Some offer resources. Some offer networking. SfHP offers all this and a professional home. A place to stay connected to the science, practice, and community of health psychology across every stage of your career. The Home of Health Psychology #HealthPsychology #PsychologyCommunity #SfHP
SfHP’s homestudy CE webinars offer flexible continuing education through recorded webinar content in health psychology. Available to members as part of SfHP benefits and also available for purchase by non-members. Explore webinars: societyforhealthpsychology.org/ce-webinars/... #HealthPsychology
Join us for Becoming a Mentor that Makes a Difference on May 21 at 12pm ET. We’re talking mentorship styles, research vs. clinical supervision, junior mentorship skills, and what makes strong mentor–mentee relationships. Register: societyforhealthpsychology.org/sfhp-events/...
Nichmarie Soto Bonilla, PhD, is an Assistant Professor and active member of SfHP. She contributes to both the Early Career Professionals & Diversity Councils, helping support connection and professional growth within the field. We’re honored to feature her. #HealthPsychology #SfHP #APADiv38
What does it take to strengthen research in health psychology? From the April issue of Health Psychology, a featured article explores how biological measures fit into a multilevel approach to understanding behavior and health outcomes. Read here: psycnet.apa.org/PsycARTICLES...
John Richmond Sy, PhD, is a Postdoctoral Research Associate & active member of #SfHP. He has contributed to the Society through leadership in diversity initiatives and as a co-founder of Brave Spaces, helping create more inclusive and supportive spaces within the field. We’re honored to feature him.
Join us May 7 at 1pm ET for a CE webinar on Mindfulness‑Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) with Eric Garland, PhD. 1.0 CE | Free for SfHP members, $30 for nonmembers 🔗 societyforhealthpsychology.org/sfhp-events/ #SfHP #APADiv38 #healthpsychology #painpsychology
The #WomensHealth Interest Group (WHIG) is a collaborative community within #SfHP focused on advancing women’s health. Through shared learning and collaboration, WHIG offers opportunities to connect and contribute to research and practice. Learn more and explore ways to get involved. #Division38
Professional growth in #HealthPsychology is built through opportunities to engage and lead. SfHP provides structured pathways to develop skills, contribute to the field, and grow across career phases. SfHP is The Home of Health Psychology. #SfHP #Division38 #ProfessionalDevelopment
🚨 The March 2026 issue of Health Psychology out now! 🔗 psycnet.apa.org/PsycARTICLES... 📘 Editor’s Choice (Free Access): Reciprocal within-person relations between pandemic fatigue and protective behavior: A 20-wave longitudinal study during the COVID-19 pandemic. @apajournals.bsky.social
SfHP membership supports professional development and career advancement across career phases. Through structured opportunities, members build skills, contribute to the field, and grow within a professional community. SfHP is The Home of Health Psychology. #HealthPsychology #SfHP #Division38