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Nicole Fleischer, PsyD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine and Training Director of the Psychology Residency Program at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. She specializes in pediatric psychology, focusing on behavioral health for children with chronic illnesses and mental health concerns. Her clinical work includes psychology consultations in pediatric primary care, bariatric pre-surgery evaluations, and advocacy for marginalized populations.
Education:
- PsyD in Clinical Psychology, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
- MS in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, Chestnut Hill College
- BA in Psychology, Penn State University
Research/Practice Interests: Anxiety disorders in youth, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), differential diagnosis of pediatric mental health conditions, and anti-racism efforts in clinical practice. She has contributed to peer-reviewed handbooks on CBT and anxiety disorders, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and cultural competency.
Presentations/Publications: Her work includes high-impact media pieces on childhood anxiety (Philadelphia Inquirer, 2022) and academic contributions on trauma-informed care, advocacy for Middle Eastern/North African populations, and uncertainty tolerance in CBT (Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 2019).
Labs/Teams: Leads the Anti-racism Workgroup in the Society of Pediatric Psychology, promoting training and clinical activism to address systemic inequities in pediatric mental health care.
