Marlene Sandstrom Ph.D.

I’ve lived in the Berkshires for 25 years, and feel deeply connected to this region as home.  I have been a member of the psychology department at Williams College since 1999, where I teach courses on clinical psychology, children’s social relationships, and a developmental approach to mental health.  I am new to the Behavioral Health team at Northern Berkshire Pediatrics, and very excited to join this incredible group of providers.

I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Yale University and then completed my doctoral degree at Duke University. 

I work with children and families from all backgrounds, with a focus on helping people identify their strengths, extend their collection  of coping skills, learn strategies for effective communication and self-advocacy, and enhance their ability to manage their mood, thought processes, and ability to tolerate distress. I also help parents figure out how to problem solve around tricky child and teen behaviors. My work hinges on the belief that we all have the ability to learn, grow, and try new strategies throughout our lifetimes.

If you think meeting with a Behavioral Health Clinician could be helpful to you and your family, please contact your child’s pediatrician for an appointment.