Dr. Robyn Pashby is a clinical health psychologist and internationally recognized expert in the psychological and behavioral aspects of weight and other chronic health conditions. As the founder of Health Psychology Partners, she leads a team specializing in the complex intersection of mental health and chronic illness. Dr. Pashby integrates evidence-based psychological and behavioral health strategies with medical science, bridging the gap between psychology and medical care to offer comprehensive, patient-centered treatment. With nearly two decades of experience, Dr. Pashby has contributed extensively to the field through clinical practice, research, and leadership. She serves on key national committees for The Obesity Society, the Obesity Action Coalition, and the American Diabetes Association. She is also a Research Assistant Professor at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine, where she helps shape the future of clinical health psychology. Dr. Pashby is a sought-after speaker and writer, contributing to peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and public health education in the United States and internationally. She is a frequent contributor to major media outlets including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR and others. She co-authored her first book, “The New Food Fight: How the Weight Management and Eating Disorder Fields Became So Divided and What We Can Do About It" in 2025. Dr. Pashby lives and works in Washington, DC.