Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern is a lecturer in Psychology at Harvard Medical School, Director of Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services at the Boston Child Study Center, and serves as the Director of Trauma Services & Training at Parents for Peace. A published author, speaker, and consultant to digital mental health companies, she specializes in trauma treatment through evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents, and families with complex psychiatric needs. Her publications, including Becoming a Superhero: A Book for Children Who Have Been Exposed to Trauma, and her national and international training seminars highlight her dedication to trauma-informed care.
Since October 7, 2023, Dr. Bar-Halpern has played a key role in organizing mental health support for the Israeli community in Massachusetts, assembling a team of clinicians to provide therapy groups, one-on-one consultations, and educational webinars. She has been featured on media outlets and panels addressing traumatic invalidation, the intersection of antisemitism and trauma, and mental health support on school and college campuses. She also provides supervision and training to mental health professionals in Israel, focusing on burnout prevention, vicarious trauma, and post-traumatic growth. Additionally, she co-hosts the podcast Our Stories Matter: We Will Dance Again through Trauma Informed Learning Alliance, an initiative aimed at dismantling false narratives and fostering inclusive academic environments.
Dr. Bar-Halpern’s culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach makes her a pivotal resource for building resilience and supporting recovery from radicalization risks in youth.
