Erica Sauro, MA
Psychology Doctoral Trainee
Responsibilities
As a Psychology Intern at the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, I provide psychosocial support to patients and families navigating a cancer diagnosis and treatment. I work closely with a multidisciplinary team and provide evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique circumstances, values, and needs of each patient.
Training and Experience
I am a fourth-year Clinical Psychology PsyD student at Loma Linda University, specializing in Health Psychology and Integrated Care. My training experience spans a variety of patient populations and clinical settings, including providing group and family therapy to adolescents and families in an intensive outpatient program; conducting psychological assessments with children at elementary schools; providing memory training to older adults with memory concerns; providing therapy to Veterans with medical conditions such as diabetes, chronic pain, and insomnia at a VA medical center; and conducting neuropsychological assessments for adults at an outpatient center.
These experiences have shaped my approach to care and reinforced the importance of creating a warm and supportive space where individuals feel understood and empowered.
Personal Interests
In my free time, I love spending quality time with my family and friends. I enjoy staying active, practicing yoga, being outdoors in nature, and playing with my dog.