Struggling with sleep? It might be affecting more than just your energy. In this Health Talk, psychologist Dr. Erin Etzel explores the powerful connection between sleep and weight management. Learn how sleep impacts your metabolism, appetite, and daily habits—and get practical tips to improve your sleep for better health.

Dr. Erin Etzel is a licensed clinical psychologist at Health Psychology Partners in Washington, DC. She is also a Lecturer in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University, Krieger School of Arts & Sciences, where she teaches an undergraduate course in health psychology.

Dr. Etzel specializes in supporting adults living with weight-related concerns, chronic pain, sleep disorders, chronic medical illness, and functional neurological disorder (FND). Drawing from a decade of clinical practice working primarily with Veterans and underserved populations, Dr. Etzel has a deep appreciation of the connection between one’s early experiences of trauma or invalidation and their mental and physical health outcomes later in life.

OAC Health Talks are short educational videos diving deeper into specific health topics we know our community and the public care about. They are designed to empower individuals by educating and connecting them to trusted health experts who lean on the science to provide straightforward, practical answers and insight. Our Health Talks will provide an open space that supports conversation, engages viewers in specific and relevant health topics, and lets you connect with peers while watching.