Leslie Sattler

Dr. Leslie Sattler is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at Bridgewater State University. With a PhD from Simmons College, an MSW from Boston University, and a BSW from the University of Maine, she brings over 25 years of clinical experience in juvenile justice and residential treatment to her academic role. Her career evolved from direct clinical work to agency leadership, with a specialization in adventure-based therapy.

Her research examines:

• Gene-environment interactions in youth violence
• Structural inequities impacting adolescent development
• Community-level interventions for at-risk youth
• Therapeutic applications of wilderness programs

She employs experiential teaching methods to mentor students, emphasizing practical application of social work principles.