David Pilkey

David Pilkey, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. He holds affiliations with the Psychology Section and Yale Ventures. His research focuses on motivational interviewing, evidence-based treatments for substance use disorders, and behavioral health interventions. Dr. Pilkey earned his PhD and MSc from Syracuse University in 2000 and 1994, respectively.

His work emphasizes improving therapeutic strategies for addiction and mental health, with notable contributions to peer-reviewed journals and collaborative efforts with researchers like Steve Martino, Howard Steinberg, and Ned Cooney. While no specific awards are listed, his publications reflect active engagement in addiction medicine and behavioral therapy research.

Dr. Pilkey’s research collaborations and contributions to chapters in academic texts highlight his expertise in bridging clinical practice with evidence-based methodologies. His work aims to enhance patient outcomes through innovative counseling approaches and real-time intervention analysis.