Michelle Swanger-Gagne

Michelle Swanger-Gagne, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) with joint appointments in the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Pediatrics. She serves at the Institute for the Family, specializing in pediatric psychology and integrated care models for children with chronic conditions and behavioral challenges.

Education:

• Post-Degree Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy, University of Rochester Medical Center (2011)
• Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2009)
• M.A. in Educational Psychology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2005)
• B.A. with Honors in Clinical and Social Psychology, Minor in Brain and Cognitive Science, University of Rochester (2002)

Clinical & Research Focus: Her work emphasizes collaborative integrated care, family therapy, and school-community partnerships. She leads psychological services for URMC's Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Program, developing interventions for pediatric chronic pain. Research examines family-centered behavioral consultation, ADHD parent training, and implementation fidelity in school-based mental health programs.

Awards & Honors:

• Pieter LeRoux Supervision Award (2016)
• University of Nebraska-Lincoln School Psychology Student of the Year (2007)
• Paul E. Henkin Travel Grant (2007)
• Phi Sigma Sigma Scholarship (1999-2002)
• Psi Chi Honor Society (1999-2002)

Professional Engagement: She supervises trainees in family therapy, consults with regional school districts, and has published extensively on behavioral health interventions. Her scholarly work advances evidence-based practices in pediatric psychology and family-system approaches.