PROFILE

Natalie Kerr, Ph.D., is a social psychologist and a professor of psychology at James Madison University (JMU). Her research has been published in journals such as the Journal of Applied Social Psychology, the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Personality and Individual Differences, and Social Influence. With Jaime Kurtz, she is co-author of the book Our New Social Life: Science-Based Strategies for Creating Meaningful Connection (Oxford University Press, 2025). She also designs retreats and other programs for people who want to cultivate deeper connection in their lives.