About
Arthur P. Ciaramicoli, Ed.D., Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist
with more than 45 years of experience. He is a member of both the
American Psychological Association and the Massachusetts Psychological
Association. He currently serves on the faculty of The International
Association of Wellness Practitioners and is a Global Presence Ambassador
for Parenting 2.0. He previously held the role of Chief Medical Officer at
Soundmindz.org and continues to maintain a private practice.
He has served on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, lectured for
the American Cancer Society, and acted as Chief Psychologist at Metrowest
Medical Center. He was also the director of the Metrowest Counseling
Center and the Alternative Medicine division of the Metrowest Wellness
Center in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Beyond clinical work, Dr. Ciaramicoli has delivered lectures at
Harvard Health Services, Boston College Counseling Center, the Space
Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, and The Revelry Group. He has
also consulted for numerous major corporations in the Boston area.
His media appearances include Good Morning America, CNN,
CNNfn, Fox News, Fox News Boston, Comcast TV, and New England
Cable News, among others. He has been a weekly radio guest on Your
Healthy Family on Sirius Satellite Radio and Holistic Health Today, and
has been interviewed on numerous radio programs across NPR, XM
Radio, and many AM and FM stations.
Dr. Ciaramicoli is the author of several books, including:
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Echoes of the Heart: A Journey to Emotional Freedom, Inner Strength
and Self Love (KDP Publishers, 2025)
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The Power of Soulful Healing: Turning Wounds into Wisdom with
Dr. Alise Cortez (KDP Publishers, 2025)
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America Reunited: A Relational Solution to Bridging the Political,
Social and Personal Chasm Dividing our Nation (Open Books,
2021)
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The Triumph of Diversity: Rejoice In and Benefit from the
Interconnectedness of Humankind (Open Books, 2020)
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The Soulful Leader: Success with Authenticity, Integrity and Empathy
(Open Books, 2019)
•
The Stress Solution: Using Empathy and Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy to Reduce Anxiety and Develop Resilience (New World
Library, 2014), newly published in China
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Performance Addiction: The Dangerous New Syndrome and How to
Stop It from Ruining Your Life (Wiley, 2004)
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The Curse of the Capable: The Hidden Challenges to a Balanced,
Healthy, High Achieving Life (Wiley, 2010)
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The Power of Empathy: A Practical Guide to Creating Intimacy,
Self-Understanding, and Lasting Love (Dutton, 2000), published
in eight languages and a bestselling psychology title in China
•
Treatment of Abuse and Addiction: A Holistic Approach ( Jason
Aronson, 1997), selected as Book of the Month by The
Psychotherapy Book News
He is also the coauthor of Beyond the Influence: Understanding and
Defeating Alcoholism (Bantam, 2000) and the founder of The Empathy
and Goodness Project on Facebook and Healthy Empathic Achievement
on LinkedIn.
In collaboration with Soundmindz.org, he created the Anti-Anxiety
App, Anti-Depression App, and two companion workbooks: Transforming
Anxiety into Joy: A Practical Workbook to Gain Emotional Freedom (2012)
and Changing Your Inner Voice: A Journey through Depression to Truth and
Love (2012).
Dr. Ciaramicoli lives in a suburb of Boston with his wife. His personal
information is as follows:
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Twitter: @docapc
Instagram: @dr.ArthurCiaramicoli
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drarthurciaramicoli/
Facebook: Facebook.com/Dr.Arthur P. Ciaramicoli
Websites: https://booksbydrciaramicoli.com/ and http://
TheEmpathySolution.com
He enjoys cycling, spinning, and other sports, and especially
cherishes time spent with his wife, daughters, son-in-law , and his
granddaughters Ariana and Carmela along the southern coast of Maine.
Featured Work
Soulfire:Igniting Inner Strength in a Fractured World
Find Your Inner Light in a World That Feels Dark
In a time of uncertainty, division, and exhaustion, do you ever feel like your inner flame is flickering? Soulfire is a compassionate, practical guide to rekindling the strength you already carry within, the quiet, enduring light that no storm can extinguish.
From #1 Amazon Kindle bestselling author Arthur P. Ciaramicoli, this book is not about adding more to your to-do list. It’s about remembering who you are beneath the weariness, the worry, and the world’s relentless noise.
Inside, you’ll discover how to:
• Rediscover your spark, the innate resilience that has carried you through hard times before.
• Stay grounded when the world trembles, with science-backed tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm.
• Kindle your core daily through small, sustainable rituals that nourish rather than deplete you.
• Listen to the wisdom of your heart and set boundaries that honor your deepest values.
• Embrace both your shadows and your light, because wholeness isn’t about being perfect, but about being whole.
Blending psychology, neuroscience, mindfulness, and real-life stories from a corporate professional reclaiming her power to a man healing decades of shame Soulfire offers a path back to yourself. It’s a book for the weary dreamer, the quiet warrior, and anyone who still believes in good.
You are not broken. Your light is enough. Let this book help you remember.
