Amy Lewin

Amy Lewin, Psy.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Science at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health. She holds a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Rutgers University (1995) and a B.A. in Psychology from Duke University (1989). Prior to joining UMD in 2014, she served on the faculty at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Lewin specializes in developing and evaluating interventions for teen parents and their children, with a focus on primary care and school-based programs. Her research addresses teen pregnancy prevention, non-resident father involvement, and integrating mental health services into primary care. She leads a study on a comprehensive primary care intervention for teen parents and collaborates with community partners like DC Public Schools and the DC Collaborative for Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care.

Her work emphasizes community-engaged research, social determinants of health, and reducing health disparities. Notable projects include studies on coparenting, violence transmission, and culturally adapted interventions for diverse populations. Dr. Lewin’s publications span topics such as adverse childhood experiences among immigrant youth, refugee adaptation, and program feasibility evaluations.

While her scientific awards are not explicitly listed, her extensive grant-funded research and leadership in intervention design reflect her contributions to the field. Her work bridges clinical practice, policy, and community needs, aiming to improve outcomes for vulnerable families across socio-cultural contexts.