Janet Reibstein

Dr. Janet Reibstein is a part-time faculty member and registered psychotherapist in the School of Psychology at the University of Exeter, specializing in clinical work and research on family and couple dynamics. Her expertise bridges academic scholarship with practical therapeutic applications.

Her educational qualifications include:

• MA and PhD from the University of Chicago
• Diploma in Family Therapy from Northwestern University Medical School
• Chartered Psychologist (BPS) and UKCP (AFT) registered psychotherapist credentials

Research interests focus on three interconnected domains: the sustainability of long-term partnerships, systemic interactions within families and couples, and the psychological impact of illness on family structures. Her work integrates clinical psychology with real-world therapeutic practice, emphasizing resilience in relational systems under stress.