Dr. Saks is a licensed psychologist with significant experience as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. As a staff psychologist at Hall-Mercer Community Mental Health Center, Dr. Saks was the lead clinician on an integrated care partnership with a large pediatric practice. Dr. Saks also trained in trauma focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and adapted and administered that model for youth living in psycho-social adversity as a member of the clinical team of the The Penn Center for Youth and Family Trauma Response and Recovery. In addition, Dr. Saks’ interests include anxiety disorders, relationship issues, adolescent development, and the role of mental health providers in medical settings.

Educational Background

Psy.D., The George Washington University Center for Professional Psychology

B.A., University of Wisconsin, Madison

Courses Taught

Integrated Behavioral Health

Specializations

Psychodynamic psychotherapy and supervision

Collaborative care partnerships with medical providers

Trauma-Focused Cognitive BehavioralTherapy

Anxiety Disorders

Scholarly Interests

Adolescent Development

Psychotherapeutic interventions adapted to healthcare settings

Impact of psycho-social adversity on psychological development