Elizabeth Grill, PsyD
Dr. Elizabeth Grill is a clinical psychologist at the Center for Reproductive Medicine and Infertility, and is Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine, and Psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Medical College of Cornell University.
Dr. Grill is experienced as a counseling psychologist and medical researcher and provides individual, couples, and group therapy for patients participating in all forms of assisted reproduction. She also has significant experience in all aspects of oocyte donation, including donor and recipient evaluation and treatment issues.
Trained and certified at the Mind/Body Institute at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Grill also developed and conducts a stress management class for infertility patients that focuses on relaxation techniques, cognitive restructuring, assertiveness skills, and other helpful ways to manage emotional distress.
Degree
Psy.D.Title
Assistant Professor of PsychologyClinical Appointments/Hospital Affiliation
Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine, and Psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Medical College of Cornell University.Description of Practice/Services Offered
Individual, couples, and group counseling for all aspects of reproductive medicine including but not limited to coping with the various aspects of infertility, treatment, pregnancy loss, pregnancy after infertility, multiple gestations, selective reduction and the use of donor gametes.Areas of Research
Anonymous Oocyte Donation, Family Oocyte Donation, Children born through Assisted Reproductive Technology, Fertility Preservation after Cancer, Stress and Infertility.Professional Education
School of Professional Psychology, ChicagoCredentials/Board Certification
New York State License; The National RegisterHonors/Awards
Mental Health Professional Group Prize Paper at ASRM conference“Psychological Characteristics of Egg donors: MMPI-2 Profiles of 436 Anonymous Oocyte Donor Candidates”
Mental Health Professional Group Prize Paper at ASRM conference “September 11th in New York City: The Effects of a Catastrophe on IVF Outcome in a New York City Based Program”
Publications
- Grill, E.; Josephs, L; Brisman, M. Legal and Ethical Issues. In Chan P (ed) Reproductive Medicine Secrets. (pg.342-362). Philadelphia: Hanley& Belfus, Inc., Medical Publishers, 2004.
- Applegarth, L; Grill, E. Psychological Issues in Reproductive Disorders. In Chan P (ed) Reproductive Medicine Secrets. (pg.391-402). Philadelphia: Hanley & Belfus, Inc., Medical Publishers, 2004.
- Grill, E. Treating Single Women by Choice. In Rosen A & Rosen J (eds). Psychodynamic Dimensions of Infertility and Assisted Reproduction. Hillsdale, NJ: The Analytic Press, Inc., (In Press).
- Grill, E. Infertility and the Mind/Body Connection. The Newsletter of New York Metro American Infertility Association, 2003.
- Grill, E. Coping with the Holiday Season. IAAC’s Canadian Journal of Infertility Awareness, 2004.
- Grill, E. Infertility and the Mind/Body Connection. IAAC’s Canadian Journal of Infertility Awareness, 2004.
- Grill, E. Disclosure in Third Party Reproduction: Should Parents Disclose to the Child, Family, or Friends the Genetic Origins and Gestational Ties of Their Offspring? Fertility Today Magazine, 2004.
- Grill, E. Infertility and the Mind/Body Connection. Fertility Today Magazine, 2004.
- Applegarth, L.; Grill, E.; Josephs, L. Parenthood After Cancer. Fertile Hope Guide, 2004.
Presentations/Media
Dr. Grill has lectured worldwide to patient and medical audiences and has published articles and participated in media interviews related to the emotional aspects of reproductive medicine.
Contact
505 East 70th Street Suite #340
New York, NY 10021
Phone: 212-746-1892
Fax: 212-746-4554
eag2001@med.cornell.edu
www.ivf.org
Appointment Scheduling: 212-746-1135 or 212-746-1892
Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday
Insurances Accepted/Managed Care Accepted: Accepted-Out of Network coverage
