Dr. Allison G. Harvey is a distinguished leader in clinical psychology and sleep research, renowned for her pioneering work integrating sleep science with mental health treatment development. She currently serves as a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley and Director of the esteemed Golden Bear Sleep and Mood Research Clinic, where she leads innovative treatment development research. After completing her clinical training and PhD in Sydney, Australia, Dr. Harvey advanced her research as a postdoctoral fellow and faculty member at the University of Oxford, where she was also a Fellow of St. Anne's College. She joined the UC Berkeley faculty in 2004, establishing herself as a visionary researcher who bridges the gap between sleep medicine and psychiatric care through rigorous scientific investigation.
Dr. Harvey's groundbreaking research program focuses on understanding and treating sleep and circadian problems in individuals with severe mental illness, developing evidence-based interventions that address the transdiagnostic nature of sleep disturbances across multiple populations. With over 250 peer-reviewed publications and three authored books, her work has significantly advanced the field of sleep medicine and its application to mental health treatment. Her innovative approach employs implementation science methods to improve the availability of evidence-based treatments in community settings, ensuring that scientific discoveries translate into real-world clinical applications. Dr. Harvey's research has been consistently funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, reflecting the scientific community's recognition of her work's importance and impact.
Dr. Harvey's contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious honors including an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Orebro, Sweden and Fellowship in the Association for Psychological Science for her transformative work in the field. She has served on influential national and international committees including the Executive Committee of the Academy of Psychological Clinical Science and the Review Committee for PCSAS, shaping the direction of clinical science training and research standards. Her current NIH-funded research continues to push boundaries with innovative projects targeting sleep interventions for teens who are 'night owls,' adults with severe mental illness, and those with depression, building on her 15-year track record of treatment development research. As a dedicated mentor and thought leader, Dr. Harvey continues to advance the integration of sleep science into mainstream mental health care, with her work promising to transform clinical practice and improve outcomes for millions affected by sleep and mood disorders worldwide.
