
The Health Behavior Research and Training Institute
develops, tests, and implements behavioral interventions.
We bring over 25 years of globally recognized research and training
in health behavior change science.

Evidence-based interventions
Our interventions target health behaviors
such as alcohol and other substance use;
diet and exercise; smoking; & vaccine uptake.

Federal and state support
Our work is funded by the National Institutes of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other government agencies.

Training for health professionals
We provide training to social workers, physicians, nurses, medical students,
and other clinical providers.
Latest News
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HBRT Presents CDC-Funded Work at FASD Impact Week
The Health Behavior Research and Training Institute team and partners from NASW and NASW Foundation participated in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Impact Week in Washington, D.C. HBRT presented, “Strengthening Social Work Education to Prevent…

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HBRT Featured in NASW’s Social Work Advocates Magazine
The Health Behavior Research and Training Institute’s (HBRT) work on substance-exposed pregnancy prevention (SEP)…
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Dr. Velasquez Discusses Cannabis Use in Pregnancy on NASW’s Social Work Talks Podcast
HBRT Director Dr. Mary Velasquez discussed cannabis use in pregnancy in a new episode…

Healthy change starts here.