Janet Latner

Janet Latner is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Hawaii, where she has been a faculty member since 2006. She emphasizes the integration of scientific research and clinical practice in her mentoring philosophy, aiming to help graduate students develop impactful research programs and clinical training experiences aligned with their interests.

• Education:
  • PhD in Clinical Psychology (APA Accredited), Rutgers University, 2002
  • MS in Clinical Psychology, Rutgers University, 2000
  • BA, Summa Cum Laude, Distinction in Psychology, Yale University, 1996

Her research focuses on:

• Understanding and treating eating disorders and obesity
• Addressing body dissatisfaction and weight stigma in adults and children
• Investigating cognitive and behavioral mechanisms maintaining disordered eating
• Improving quality of life for individuals with eating disorders or obesity
• Developing self-help and continuing care interventions

She teaches courses such as:

• PSY 479: Advanced Topics in Adjustment/Treatment/Prevention
• PSY 675: Treatment Research
• PSY 678: Adult Practicum Research