Megan Connell PsyD, ABPP
About this Presenter
Dr. Megan A. Connell is a board-certified clinical psychologist specializing in the intersection of mental health, gaming, and geek culture. A leader in the field of therapeutic tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), she explores how structured play fosters personal growth, resilience, and social connection.
As co-founder of Health Quest: Innovative Therapeutics, Megan integrates evidence-based psychological practices with interactive storytelling, helping clients and clinicians harness the power of play in therapy. Through Geeks Like Us, she creates content that educates and empowers, producing series like Psychology at the Table and Clinical Roll. She also serves on the board of Frost Call, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to supporting veterans through gaming.
A veteran of the U.S. Army and an advocate for psychological well-being, Megan blends her clinical experience with her passion for gaming to develop innovative interventions. She is the author of Tabletop Role-Playing Therapy: A Guide for the Clinician Game Master and a frequent guest on podcasts, conventions, and media exploring the impact of role-playing games on mental health. Whether in the therapy room, at a conference, or behind the game master’s screen, she is dedicated to using play as a powerful tool for transformation.
