UW Medicine Newsroom | November 12, 2025
The list recognizes scientists such as Cara Lewis, PhD and Aaron Lyon, PhD whose papers significantly influence the work of other researchers.
News & Stories
Primary care’s role in PTSD treatment
Conexiant Psychiatry | November 10, 2025
Led by John Fortney, PhD, study found that written exposure therapy and SSRIs both reduced PTSD symptoms in primary care, while switching to venlafaxine benefited non responders.
Text therapy to ease depression; study finds evidence
DT Next | November 10, 2025
"We were pleasantly surprised to see that it was as good as weekly video therapy,” said Patricia Areán, PhD. "We didn't really find any differences in the outcomes."
Study finds evidence that text-based therapy eases depression
New York Times | October 30, 2025
Results suggest that insurers should reimburse for text-based therapy, which could expand access for people with difficulty attending video appointments, said Patricia Areán, PhD.
Jürgen Unützer named Doctor of the Year by Puget Sound Business Journal
Department News | October 30, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that the Puget Sound Business Journal has selected PBSCI Chair Jürgen Unützer, MD, MPH, MA, as the recipient of its 2025 Healthcare Leadership Award for Doctor of the Year!
Integrating clinical psychologists into inpatient psychiatry
Department News | October 30, 2025
In their new JAMA Psychiatry Viewpoint, “Toward a New Standard in Inpatient Psychiatry — Integration of Clinical Psychologists,” authors Sarah Kopelovich, PhD, ABPP, and Adam Kuczynski, PhD, make a compelling case that integrating psychologists into inpatient psychiatric care is not only clinically advantageous — it is essential.
Psilocybin clinical trial underway
Department News | October 30, 2025
Led by Nathan Sackett, MD, MS, PsiloStudy has already learned a lot about the safety and experience of those treated with psilocybin and psychological support.
Jason Kilmer joins the Awkward Conversations Podcast
Department News | October 30, 2025
Jason Kilmer, PhD was a guest on a recent episode of the Awkward Conversations Podcast with Jodie Sweetin, a popular podcast designed to give parents real-world tools and expert advice to help their kids make smart, healthy choices.
Jeremy Rudoler receives 2025 Joseph Becker Research Award
Department News | October 30, 2025
Jeremy is part of the General Adult Track and his research examines the effectiveness of a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Next Steps group skills intervention in reducing perfectionism.
CAPS strengthens capacity to reduce untreated psychosis across WA
Department News | October 30, 2025
Led by Sarah Kopelovich, PhD, ABPP, the Central Assessment of Psychosis Service (CAPS) was established to address a critical gap in the early detection and diagnosis of psychosis across Washington state. The onset of psychosis marks a pivotal window for intervention—neurological changes and functional decline occur rapidly in the first year, making early, accurate identification essential.
