About Dr. Tapsak (she/her)

Hello, I’m Sara!

I am passionate about supporting youth and families in living the most fulfilling lives possible and I feel grateful to be able to do this through my work as a clinical psychologist.

I believe that every individual and family possesses unique strengths to navigate life’s challenges and I see my role as being a collaborator in your journey. I am committed to providing compassionate and culturally-responsive care that affirms individual and family identities.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two sons, going to see live music, and spending time with friends, especially outdoors.

 

Educational background

  • Post-doctoral Fellowship, Psychiatry Consultation Service, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School

  • Pre-doctoral Intern in Pediatric Behavioral Medicine, Holtz Children's Hospital/Jackson Memorial Hospital, The University of Miami/Miller School of Medicine

  • Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD), Child and Adolescent focus, Pacific University School of Graduate Psychology

  • Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (MS), Pacific University School of Graduate Psychology

  • Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology, Carleton College

 

Affiliations

  • American Psychological Association (APA)

  • Society of Pediatric Psychology (SPP)

  • Society of Child and Adolescent Psychology (SCCAP)

  • Washington State Psychological Association (WSPA)

  • International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)

  • Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)