Julie M. Gettings, PhD
Areas of expertise: Motivational interviewing, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Depression screening, Assessment
Locations: Buerger Center for Advanced Pediatric Care
About Julie M. Gettings, PhD
Titles
Psychologist
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Certifications
Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers
Awards and Honors
2018, Quality Improvement Leadership Course participant, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
2009, A. David Lazovik Research Award
2009, Elizabeth Baranger Excellence in Teaching Award
Leadership and Memberships
Memberships in Professional Organizations
2020-present, American Diabetes Association
2014-present, American Psychological Association (Division 54: Society of Pediatric Psychology Diabetes Special Interest Group)
Editorial and Academic Positions
Editorial Positions
2021-present, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Pediatrics
2014-present, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Pediatric Diabetes
Academic and Institutional Committees
2021-prenset, Cardinal Health Zero Suicide Committee,
2021-present, Diabetes Executive Committee, Diabetes Center for Children,
2019-present, Training Advisory Committee, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
2018-present, Behavioral Health Population Health Workgroup
Education & training
Undergraduate Degree
BA in Psychology - Villanova University, Villanova, PA
BS in Comprehensive Science - Villanova University, Villanova, PA
Graduate Degree
PhD in Clinical and Biological and Health Psychology - University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
MS in Psychology - University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Fellowship
Pediatric Medical Psychology - Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, Baltimore, MD
Behavioral Health and Endocrinology - Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA
Publications
Publications
2019
Gettings J.M., Willi S.M., Forth E., Hawkes C.P.: Integrating the Patient Health Questionnaire-2 depression screening tool into the paediatric diabetes clinic. Diabetic Medicine, September 2019, doi: 10.1111/dme.14146.
2015
Michael, J.C., El Nokali, N.E., Black, J.J., Rofey, D.L. (2015). Mood and ambulatory monitoring of physical activity patterns in youth with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Journal of Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology, 28, 369-372.
2013
Michael, J.C., Belendiuk, K.A., Kuchera, A.M., Rofey, D.L. (2013). Cognitive behavioral therapy for weight management. The Behavior Therapist, 36, 28-38.
Abstracts (includes Posters and Scientific Presentations)
2022
Floyd AL, Gettings JM: Racial Disparities in Depression Symptoms and Health-Related Service Utilization for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) with Type 1 Diabetes. Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Annual Research Presentation, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia June 2022.
Gettings JM, Pantesco EJ, Floyd AL, Willi SM: Depression Scores and Suicide Attempt History are Independently Associated with Elevated Hemoglobin A1c in Adolescents and Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes. Poster presentation at the American Diabetes Association Annual Conference June 2022.
2021
Gettings JM, Patil O, Vajravelu ME, Hawkes CP, Tuttle A, Buzby M, Crean S, Mulligan L, Willi SM: Integrating the PHQ-A Depression Screening Tool within the Electronic Health Record Increases Detection of Depression Symptoms. Poster presentation at the American Diabetes Association Annual Conference held virtually due to COVID-19 June 2021.
2020
Hitt TA, Smith J, Olivos D, Forth E, Stuart F, Garren P, De La Vega M, Hawkes CP, Willi SM, Gettings JM: Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Use Ameliorates the Negative Effects of Fear of Hypoglycemia on Sleep Duration and Sleep Disturbances in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes. Poster presented at the Philadelphia Endocrine Society, Annual Conference held virtually due to COVID-19 June 2020.
Hitt TA, Smith J, Olivos D, Forth E, Stuart F, Garren P, De La Vega M, Hawkes CP, Willi SM, Gettings JM: Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Use Ameliorates the Negative Effects of Fear of Hypoglycemia on Sleep Duration and Sleep Disturbances in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Poster presented at the American Diabetes Association, Annual Conference held virtually due to COVID-19 June 2020.
Gettings JM, Patil O, Vajravelu ME, Hawkes CP, Tuttle A, Buzby M, Crean S, Mulligan L, Willi SM: Integrating the PHQ-A Depression Screening Tool Increases Detection of Depression Symptoms for Youth in the CHOP Diabetes Center. Poster presented at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Quality and Safety Day Annual Conference held virtually due to COVID-19 November 2020.
Lectures by Invitation
2021
Gettings JM. "Navigating Diabetes Technologies and Sharing Data" - Children with Diabetes Fall conference, Held virtually due to COVID-19. Note: National Audience. Nov 2021.
Gettings JM. "The Art of Change: Motivational Interviewing 101" - International Pediatric Transplant Association Annual Conference, Held virtually due to COVID-19. Facilitated by Gillian Mayersohn, Ph.D. Note: International Audience. Oct 2021.
2020
Gettings JM. "Psychopathology and Treatment in Pediatric Medical Centers" - Presentation given to undergraduates, Villanova University. Nov 2020.
Gettings JM. "Motivational Interviewing Review" - Presentation at the CHOP Policy Lab to trainees, staff, and representatives from outside agencies as part of a NIH funded grant to improve utilization of early intervention. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Note: Regional Audience. Oct 2020.
Gettings JM. "Coping with Stress of Parenting a Child with Chronic Illness" - Congenital Hyperinsulinism International Annual Conference, Held virtually due to COVID-19. Note: International Audience. Jul 2020.
Gettings JM. "Motivational Interviewing: Review and Practice," Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center, Virtual Presentation. Apr 2020.
Gettings JM. Panelist for "Diabetes and Mental Health" webinar, American Diabetes Association, Virtual Presentation. Note: National Audience. Apr 2020.
Gettings JM. "Motivational Interviewing," Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center, East Norriton, PA. Jan 2020.