Biography
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 ›
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova University | Doctorate | Clinical Psychology | 1983 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Internship - Veterans Administration Medical Center | Clinical Psychology | 1983 |
Experience & Accolades
| 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 |
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Specialties
Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Psychologist - Sub-Specialty: Clinical Psychology
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: 42 (started in 1984)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Dr. Sanders specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Adults
- Children and Pre-Teens
- Elderly and Geriatric Patients
- Teens and Young Adults
Medical Philosophy: Holistic Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 0
Most Recent Review: None
Office & Staff Evaluation Not rated
Locations
Affiliated Practices
Risa E. Sanders, Ph.D., PLLC
1313 Vincent PlaceMc Lean, VA 22101
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Add/adhd
- Aging
- Anger Management
- Anxiety Disorders
- Communication Skills Training
- Coping With Fertility Concerns
- Couples Counseling
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Family Therapy
- Gifted And Talented Testing
- Habit Control (internet, Spending, Etc)
- Individual Therapy
- Lgbt Concerns
- Organization/executive Function Issues
- Panic Disorder
- School Issues
- Stress Management
- Workplace Performance
Commonly Prescribed Medications
Dr. Risa Sanders, PHD has not yet listed the medications that she commonly prescribes.
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Dr. Risa Sanders, PHD accepts the following payment methods:- Mastercard
- Visa
- Personal Check
- Cash
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
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
Please contact my office directly to inquire whether I am a preferred provider on your health plan. Thank you.