Caroline Seiferth

Dr. Caroline Seiferth is a researcher in the Department of Education and Psychology at Freie Universität Berlin, affiliated with the Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy research group led by Prof. Babette Renneberg. She is also associated with the German Center for Mental Health (DZPG) in Berlin-Potsdam, where she contributes to advancing digital mental health interventions. Her work focuses on clinical-psychological intervention research, particularly in the areas of emotional regulation, cognitive control, and prevention strategies for psychosocial stress and obesity.

Her research interests span digital mental health (e-mental health and mHealth), postpartum depression, obesity and weight management, gender-sensitive psychological interventions, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. She has been instrumental in developing and evaluating evidence-based digital tools such as the I-GENDO and I-PREGNO interventions, which target behavioral change in individuals with overweight and families during the transition to parenthood.

The 15 most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward digital health interventions, with a focus on real-time assessment (ecological momentary assessment), just-in-time adaptive systems, and user-centered design. These works are grounded in clinical psychology and behavioral science, often employing randomized controlled trials to evaluate intervention efficacy. Keywords across these publications include mHealth, obesity, postpartum mental health, emotional regulation, and gender sensitivity.

She has received recognition for her work, including the Posterpreis des DZPG in 2024, awarded jointly with Charlotte Rosenbach. This award underscores the impact and quality of her research presentations in the field of mental health.

Dr. Seiferth actively mentors and collaborates on research projects, though no formal advisees are listed. She has contributed to externally funded projects such as I-REACH, ProChild, and Smart-e-Moms, indicating involvement in grant-supported research. Her collaborative work spans multiple institutions and interdisciplinary teams, reflecting a strong network in clinical and digital health research.

She is involved in the development and evaluation of digital tools within the SMART FAMILY and I-GENDO research teams, focusing on behavioral change through mobile technology. These initiatives aim to deliver personalized, evidence-based psychological support to individuals and families facing mental health and weight-related challenges.