Jonathan S. Abramowitz, PhD
Clinical Psychology
(Director of Clinical Training and Martin S. Wallach Distinguished Professor)
Anxiety and fear are the most common psychological problems. In our lab we conduct research to advance the understanding, prevention, and treatment of clinical anxiety.
This site provides information about myself, the UNC Anxiety Lab, our research projects, and the opportunities available for undergraduate and graduate students interested in the treatment and study of anxiety and related disorders.
Our lab is strongly committed to promoting diversity and considers an ideal scientific community to be one that includes a diverse representation of individuals at all academic levels. We are committed to training students and scientists of diverse backgrounds and conducting research that addresses topics related to diversity.
Latest news and notes:
- I do NOT plan to accept a new graduate student for the Fall 2025 semester. If you have questions about applying to our program, please read this important information for prospective students!
- Unfortunately, I also do NOT have any openings for Research Assistants, Post-bacc positions, or Post-doctoral trainees for the 2024-5 academic year. I’m sorry!
- Our lab is featured by the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies!
- In collaboration with Johns Hopkins University, our lab is working on a 1.5 million dollar grant to study the course and predictors of postpartum OCD symptoms. Data collection is now complete and we are analyzing our findings.
- Our study on exposure therapy for spider phobia that was covered on an edition of Carolina Week.
- The 2nd edition of Dr. Abramowitz’s book Getting Over OCD: A 10-Step Workbook for Taking Back Your Life is now out! Read more here.