Dr Jeff Temple is an Associate Professor, Licensed Psychologist, and Director of Behavioral Health and Research in the department of Ob/Gyn at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. His research, which has been funded through the National Institute of Justice, National Institutes of Health, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, focuses on interpersonal relationships and substance use. Dr Temple runs an active clinical practice with a strong emphasis on women’s health, especially perinatal issues including postpartum depression. He is solution-focused relying heavily on cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
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