Eliezer Schnall

Eliezer Schnall is a Clinical Professor of Psychology at Yeshiva University and Director of the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program. He is affiliated with the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and focuses on health psychology, the intersection of psychology and religion, and multicultural clinical psychology with an emphasis on Jewish clients.

• Education: BA, MA, PhD from Yeshiva University; Rabbinic Ordination from Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary

Dr. Schnall’s research explores theoretical frameworks in health psychology, religious and cultural influences on mental health, and multicultural approaches to clinical practice. His work has been published in prestigious journals such as Psychology and Health, Journal of Religion and Health, and Journal of Counseling and Development, with findings highlighted in major media outlets like the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, as well as CBS television news.

He has taught courses including Developmental II (PSY 1130), Social Psychology (PSY 3105/SOC 2701), Introduction to Psychology (PSY 1010), and Psychology Internship (PSY 4741). His academic and rabbinic background uniquely bridges secular psychology with Jewish cultural and religious contexts.