Jennifer A. Sands, PsyD

Thank you for taking the time to visit my website. I'd like to take a moment share a bit about myself...

 

Current Practice Area(s):

At the moment, I'm working with adults in individual outpatient therapy.

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Common Treatment Areas Include:

General life changes, grief/loss, relationship issues, chronic/complex health issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, parenting, recovery from narcissistic abuse, personality disorders, non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), suicidality, post-rehab/early recovery of substance abuse, women's health, and trauma. I often work with new parents, educators, and healthcare professionals. This list is not exhaustive, I have enjoyed working with most age groups and clinical presentations throughout my career.

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Hobbies:

During my free time I enjoy cooking, reading, gardening, crafting, & thrifting. I also enjoy spending time with my family & pets.  ​

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Background:

Psychology has always been my passion. I knew early-on that I wanted to have a career in mental health. At seventeen, I began an internship at Life Transitions Center: Hospice Buffalo working with children and families who had recently lost a loved one.  I also volunteered in the Graduate Neuropsychology Lab through The University at Buffalo (UB)/Buffalo General Hospital. 

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My undergraduate training was through the University of Pittsburgh where I earned degrees in Psychology & Anthropology. While in Pittsburgh, I had the opportunity to intern at UPMC's renowned Western Psychiatric Institute and

Clinic, and conduct research through the University of Pittsburgh's Infant and Toddler Peer Cooperation Center.

 

I completed my Doctorate in ​Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) through the University of Indianapolis in 2013. During my tenure there, I completed several year-long practicums: a university-based training clinic (community mental health), a residential facility for disabled youth, and a rural health clinic. I also gained experience in forensics, completing psychological assessments for families involved with the legal system.

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My Pre- and Post-doctoral training experience was primarily completed through the Reading Hospital and Medical Center (TRHMC/Tower Health) in Reading, Pennsylvania. There I had multi-program involvement, working on each of the inpatient and partial-hospitalization units, as well as the outpatient dual diagnosis (substance abuse) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) programs. During that time, I completed further training in forensics through TRHMC & again in Indianapolis. ​

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After returning to Buffalo, I worked in the Counseling Center at SUNY Buffalo State College, and opened my own practice in 2018. I'm thrilled to be back in WNY, and hope to provide high-quality care to the community.