Meet the division volunteer: David H. Rosmarin, PhD, ABPP

When Dr. Lisa Miller encouraged me to run for president-elect of the Society for the Psychology of Religion & Spirituality (Division 36), I jumped at the opportunity. For historical reasons that no longer apply, our field eschews the topic of spirituality and psychological science has lagged, despite the fact that it’s an important facet of human diversity and identity (even among psychologistsopens in new window). I’m hopeful that post-covid, we can finally recognize this topic as a venerable area of scientific inquiry.

I deeply appreciate the diversity of professional roles that I’m trained for. Over the past 15-years I’ve been blessed to work at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School in direct delivery of clinical services, clinical research, academic publishing, popular writing, teaching, mentorship, committee service, and administration.

My workdays change every few quarters depending on opportunities that arise. At the present time, in addition to my new role within APA’s Division 36, I am training clinicians in Spiritual Psychotherapy for Inpatient, Residential & Intensive Treatment (spiritopens in new window).

My wonderful wife, Miri, is my greatest blessing, and the first person I consult with about personal, professional, and pretty much all important matters. Together, we have six children (ages 9 to 21). We live in Boston.

I’ve run 12 marathons. I’m slow and steady on the course so I’m no record-breaker, but being a distance runner has taught me much about myself, the kindness of others, and the world. Multi-hour training sessions are a built-in excuse to spend 1:1 time with my thoughts and feelings, and process some of what goes through my mind and heart each week.

Contact: David Rosmarin