Lisa Jane Miller

Lisa Jane Miller is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, and founder of the Spirituality, Mind, Body Institute (SMBI). She holds a B.A. from Yale University, an M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, and completed post-doctoral work at Columbia University's College of Physicians & Surgeons. Her research focuses on spirituality's intersection with mental health, neuroscience, and clinical psychology, particularly addressing depression, substance abuse, and wellness interventions across lifespan development.

Her academic affiliations include roles in Clinical Psychology and Psychology in Education at TC. Awards include APA Fellow (2011) and recognition for humanitarian contributions to peace-building (2012). She leads TC's clinical psychology doctoral training program and has authored major works like The Spiritual Child and The Awakened Brain. Her work bridges neuroscience, clinical practice, and education to promote holistic mental health strategies.

Education

• B.A., Yale University, Magna Cum Laude (Psychology)
• M.S./Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania
• Post-doctoral Scholar, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons

Research Focus

• Neural correlates of spirituality
• Spirituality's role in depression and addiction prevention
• Spiritually integrated therapies
• Spiritual development in K-12 and university contexts

Key Contributions

• Advocated for spirituality's inclusion in psychology
• Developed interventions for high-risk youth
• Edited Oxford Handbook of Psychology and Spirituality

Labs/Initiatives
The Spirituality, Mind, Body Institute (SMBI) under her leadership pioneers research on mind-body-spirit connections in health and education.