He is one of the leading figures in the Unified Psychotherapy Movement, he cofounded the Unified Psychotherapy Project, and is the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Unified Psychotherapy and Clinical Science. He is a lecturer in psychiatry at Yale University and was an affiliate professor in clinical psychology at the University of Hartford. Dr. Magnavita has been recognized for his work by numerous awards, including APA's Award for Distinguished Professional Contribution to Independent Practice in the Private Sector (2006), Distinguished Psychologist of the Year Award from the Community of Psychologists in Independent Practice (2010), and Distinguished Psychologist of the Year Award (2016) from the Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy.