Eastern Michigan University-Tamara Loverich (ACT/FC/MF/Behavioral; MS, PhD, USA)

Dr. Loverich completed her PhD in clinical psychology with an emphasis in forensic psychology in 2002 at the University of Nevada, Reno. She worked as an assistant professor of clinical psychology at Central Michigan University from 2001-2006 when she moved to Eastern Michigan University. She is now a professor and the Director of Clinical Training for the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program at Eastern Michigan University. 

Dr. Loverich is deeply engaged in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and clinical supervision and practice.

The ACTWell lab interests revolve around acceptance and mindfulness-based behavior therapy development and assessment of mechanisms of change in these therapies for eating and related behavior concerns. Mechanisms of interest include psychological flexibility, self-as-context, and mindfulness. Invariance of measurement across intersectional identities and reduction of therapeutic disparities across cultures are additional foci.

She has published articles, chapters, and a workbook in the areas of behavioral assessment and treatment, sexual deviance, treatment for sexual self-control problems, and multicultural considerations in clinical practice. Her research emphasis has shifted from emotion and sexual self-control to emotion regulation, obesity, and acceptance and commitment therapy. She is no longer conducting research in human sexuality.

Dr. Loverich teaches Evidence-based Psychotherapy for Adults, Modern Behavior Therapies, Professional Issues, and Advanced Practicum courses. 

She mentors doctoral fellows, master’s students, and undergraduates, and leads the ACTWELL lab, which conducts research related to her interests. Additionally, she fulfills various responsibilities related to maintaining the clinical psychology program as Director of Clinical Training. 

Her email address is [email protected]. More information can be found at her faculty page https://www.emich.edu/psychology/faculty/loverich.php.

(This webpage was updated on October 10, 2025)