Our group has expanded to over 700 members from around the world! About 30% of our membership is within 5 years of training and, therefore, a priority for us to ensure they remain connected in this specialization. About 20% of the membership is outside of the US, and we are excited to focus on increasing our international reach. About 70% of our membership are doctoral-level psychologists, but we welcome master ‘s-level clinicians, nurse practitioners, and other mental health professionals who share our interest in brain-gut behavioral therapies. To become a member, please register on our website at https://romegipsych.org/provider-signup/or email ga*********@***il.com for more information.

• Access to a robust set of shared materials for mental health professionals, including treatment manuals, slide decks, patient and provider handouts
• A profile in the searchable Rome GastroPsych membership directory, connecting professionals and patients around the world.
  • Searchable directory
    • Find a gastropsych practitioner (public)
    • Connect and collaborate with a colleague (members only)
• Access to a robust list-serv focused on professional and clinical issues in GI Psych
  • Searchable directory
    • GastroPsych
    • ComplexAdult
    • ComplexPediatrics
    • EarlyCareerGroup
    • Hispano
    • InternPost-docTrainee
    • ProgramDevelopment
    • ResearchGroup
    • SocialMedia
• Access to a robust Research group with opportunities for research collaboration and mentorship
• Gastropsych Research
• GI focused clinical training programs offering continuing education for mental health professionals, including >50 hrs of on-demand courses. Rome Psychogastroenterology is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.

Supported by the Rome Foundation Board, our mission is to:

1) promote the world-wide use of evidence based behavioral treatments for chronic GI conditions, known as brain-gut behavior therapies;
2) encourage development of integrated behavioral GI programs in gastroenterology practices through expert consultation, professional support and lectureships;
3) connect with national and international GI organizations to enhance the visibility of GastroPsychology professionals and encourage collaboration;

1. U.S and Europe based
   1. Complex Pediatrics – led by Brad Jerson, PhD and Julie Snyder, PsyD

      The Complex Pediatric Case Consultation group meets the first Wednesday of the month at 11 am EST.
      Topics covered include discussion of challenging clinical cases and programming questions.
      This group aims to support clinicians and trainees at all levels who primarily serve the pediatric GI population.

   2. Complex Adults – led by
      Jessica K. Salwen-Deremer, PhD and Mandy Hyne, LCSW

      The Complex Adults consultation group meets the third Tuesday of each month at 12n EST.
      This monthly group provides an opportunity for gastropsychology providers to discuss and conceptualize complex adult GI cases (DGBI, IBD, surgical cases, etc.),
      brainstorm appropriate evidence-based approaches, and receive peer support. Participants can connect with other professionals in the field
      as well as share resources and the latest research that may apply to discussed cases.

   3. Academic Practice Settings – led by Alyse Bedell, PhD and Jessica Gerson, PhD

      The GI Psych Program Development in Medical Settings group meets on the first Friday of each month at 12pm Eastern.
      This group is a place for gastropsychologists or other GI-specialized mental health providers, who are developing and maintaining gastropsych programs
      in medical settings (e.g., academic medical centers, hospitals, GI clinics) to discuss issues related to program development.
      Examples of topics include scope of practice, insurance and billing issues, integration of trainees, and advocating for resources within your institution.

2. Australia and Asia based
   1. Complex Adult – led by
      Simon Knowles, PhD

      The Australasian monthly peer support meeting for mental health professionals provides a collaborative space for clinicians
      to discuss complex psychological cases involving individuals with gastrointestinal conditions.
      The group focuses on exploring psychological complications and sharing intervention strategies to enhance care and support.
      The group meets at noon on the last Friday of the month.

We offer the following and more to our members of the Early Career Group:

1. An Early Career Listserv to connect with others in the community
2. Regularly scheduled social hours on Zoom
3. Access to viewing expert talks from invited speakers
4. Shared resources
5. Learn More About the Early Career Group

Eligibility: Members in the Early Career Committee are either currently pursuing or have recently completed a graduate degree in psychology or medicine, with a focus in Psychogastroenterology.

For more information about research opportunities, email the co-chairs: