Megan Riehl, PsyD, AGAF

Affiliations

Expertise

Gastrointestinal psychology (gastropsych), anxiety disorders, cognitive-behavioral therapy, gut-brain interaction disorders, IBS, medical hypnosis, relaxation training, stress management, IBD, esophageal disorders

About

Megan Riehl, PsyD, is a nationally recognized gastrointestinal psychologist and associate professor of medicine at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, specializing in gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease. A pioneer in brain–gut behavioral therapies, she integrates science-based approaches to help improve quality of life for people with chronic digestive conditions.

Riehl also serves as a senior adviser for GI Psychology, cohosts The Gut Health Podcast, co-authored the book Mind Your Gut, and is a member of the national board of trustees of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS), Michigan State University, East Lansing
Master of Arts (MA), Adler University
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Adler University
Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, Health Psychology and Gastroenterology Fellowship, 2014

Professional Organizations

American Gastroenterological Association
American Psychological Association-Health Psychology (Division 38)
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation
Michigan Psychological Association
Washtenaw Psychological Association
American College of Gastroenterology
Rome Foundation Psychogastroenterology Section