Rose Hartzell

Dr. Rose Hartzell serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Counseling and School Psychology at San Diego State University (SDSU) and has been the sole therapist at San Diego Sexual Medicine (SDSM) since 2010, working alongside Dr. Irwin Goldstein. A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC 53079) and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist/Educator Supervisor, she integrates clinical practice with research in sexual medicine through a biopsychosocial framework.

Her educational credentials include:

• PhD in Health Behavior with Human Sexuality emphasis, Indiana University
• EdS and MS in Mental Health Counseling with Development minor, Indiana University

Dr. Hartzell's research focuses on sexual dysfunction (PGAD, Peyronie's disease, vaginal atrophy), sex education, and clinical sexology. She employs biopsychosocial methodologies to address complex sexual health issues, emphasizing patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Her work has shaped clinical guidelines through leadership roles in ISSWSH and SSSS.

Analysis of her 2018-2023 publications reveals consistent contributions to sexual medicine literature, particularly in persistent genital arousal disorder, erectile dysfunction, and evidence-based women's sexual health protocols. These works demonstrate strong international collaboration and clinical translation focus.

Her key recognition includes:

• Emerging Professional Award from Society for Scientific Study of Sexuality (2007)

Dr. Hartzell actively mentors through SDSU teaching and SDSM supervision. While specific grant details aren't public, her research output indicates sustained funding support. Her leadership as ISSWSH Scientific Program Chair (2018-2020) and contributions to consensus guidelines reflect significant impact on the field.

Though not leading a named laboratory, she drives clinical research at SDSM through collaborative teams focused on advancing sexual medicine via integrated biopsychosocial approaches, with strong ties to publications in The Journal of Sexual Medicine and Sexual Medicine journals.