AuthoredThe Dance of Intimacy and Autonomy
Discover how intimacy and autonomy shape relationships and learn to balance connection with personal freedom for greater fulfillment.
Rick Hanson, Ph.D.
Writer
Ph.D.
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. is a neuropsychologist and writer. He has written extensively about mindfulness, relationships, intimacy, and more.
Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a neuropsychologist and author. His work has been featured on the BBC, NPR, CBC, Fox Business, Consumer Reports Health, U.S. News & World Report and O, The Oprah Magazine. His articles have appeared in Tricycle, Insight Journal and Inquiring Mind.
Hanson has produced several audio programs with Sounds True, edits the Wise Brain Bulletin and publishes a weekly e-newsletter, Just One Thing, which has more than 75,000 subscribers and is featured on the Huffington Post. He also co-hosts the Being Well podcast, which has been downloaded more than 15 million times.
Education
The Wright Institute
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Clinical Psychology
1991
Rosebridge Institute
Master of Arts (MA), Clinical Psychology
1986
Local Communities
Degrees
Ph.D.
References
- Rick Hanson. (n.d.). Private Practice Website. rickhanson.com. Accessed October 10 2026.
- Only Programs and Courses. (n.d.). Rick Hanson. courses.rickhanson.net. Accessed October 10 2026.
- You are Whole and Complete, and There is Nothing to Add: Talk with Rick Hanson. (n.d.). YouTube. YouTube.
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