About

Meet Dr. Sara A. Snyder

Dr. Sara Snyder is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training from Harvard Medical School, Phoenix VA, and Weill Cornell Medicine. She provides compassionate, evidence-based trauma therapy through secure telehealth across multiple states.

With expertise in PTSD, complex trauma, and psychological assessment, Dr. Snyder believes that "mental health is movement" – that healing is an ongoing journey of reclaiming safety, connection, and agency over your life.

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Education 

✓️ PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University

✓️ MPH in Population and Family Health from Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University

Certificate: Public Health and Humanitarian Assistance

✓️ MA in Psychology and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University

Certificate: Global Mental Health and Trauma

BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Denver

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Clinical Training Placements

✓️ Victims of Violence Program at Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School (APPIC-accredited post-doctoral site)

✓️ Phoenix Veterans Affairs Health Care System (APA-accredited internship/residency site)

✓️ Program for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Studies at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital 

✓️ Rikers Island Correctional Health Services, Male Solitary Unit, NYC Health and Hospitals 

✓️ Small Brooklyn Psychology (3-year neurospychological assessment training)

✓️ LIU Pride Healing Center and LIU Psychological Services Center

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Clinical Psychology Licenses

Arizona; PSY-005643

Maine; PS2499

Massachusetts; PSY500041

New York; 025612

PsyPact/APIT: 15760 (semi-national licensure, ability to practice in 42 states)

Transit Approach

Evidence-based and Evidence-informed

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These are treatments and approaches that have been rigorously tested through scientific research and proven to be effective. They are backed by clinical trials, peer-reviewed studies, and professional guidelines.

Evidence-informed Modalities of Care

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These approaches may not have as much large-scale research as evidence-based methods but are still guided by the best available science, combined with clinical expertise and client preferences. They adapt research to real-world practice.

Goodness of Fit

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This refers to how well a specific treatment, approach, or provider matches an individual’s unique needs, values, and circumstances. A good fit increases comfort, trust, and the likelihood of successful outcomes.

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