Dr. Sanders strives to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere where clients can express their feelings, clarify their goals and expectations, and develop the skills needed to achieve their fullest potential in a healthy way. Dr. Sanders specializes in stress and anxiety disorders, including panic disorders, school avoidance, and social anxiety. She sees clients across the lifespan, providing ind… Read more ›
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova University | Doctorate | Clinical Psychology | 1983 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Internship - Veterans Administration Medical Center | Clinical Psychology | 1983 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Member | The National Register for Health Service Providers in Psychology | 1985 - Present |
| Member | The American Psychological Association | 1983 - Present |
| Member | The Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychology | 2013 - Present |
| Publication | Publisher | Title | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | Journal of Family Psychology | Using qualitative methods to guide cllinical trial design: Parent recommendations for intervention | 2011 |
I specialize in stress and anxiety disorders (panic disorders, social anxiety, school avoidance, etc;) as well as relationship issues, academic and workplace concerns, habit control, ADD, depression, coping with illness, aging, dementia, and LGBT concerns
Years In Practice: 41 (started in 1984)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Dr. Sanders specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Holistic Medicine
Dr. Risa Sanders, PHD has not yet listed the medications that she commonly prescribes.
More info: Please call my office to determine if I am a participating provider with your insurance company. I am very glad to discuss my fees and the issue of insurance with you so please feel free to call and inquire.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Please contact my office directly to inquire whether I am a preferred provider on your health plan. Thank you.
