Dr. Widyasita Sawyer

I am a second generation Indonesian-American, first-generation college student, and deeply value understanding our identities from an intersectional lens.

I received my Clinical Psychology PhD from the University of Arizona and BA in Human Biology from Stanford University. I completed postdoctoral training at Stanford University School of Medicine specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Sleep Medicine, and predoctoral training at VA Puget Sound-Am Lake.

I take a primarily cognitive-behavioral approach, which has the strongest evidence base and research backing, to most problem areas impacting your wellness. I also embrace the powerful clinical utility of third-wave CBT approaches, emphasizing mindfulness, acceptance, multicultural sensitivity, and values-based treatment. CBT techniques effectively change your life in the here-and-now, but careful consideration of your values show us what changes to make and how.

I am a warm and curious clinical psychologist. I am an astute listener and create a supportive space to be gently challenged, stretched, and courageously explore. We will explore your values and goals together; I have not climbed your mountain, but as I climb mine I’m driven to help you summit yours.