Dr. David Heckler

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Heckler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Dell Medical School. He is a licensed psychologist and board-certified in clinical child and adolescent psychology. His specialization lies in providing evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents suffering from anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. Dr. Heckler offers behavioral health services through the Collaborative Abdominal Pain Program in gastroenterology and the Headache Interdisciplinary Program in the neurology department at Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. He is actively engaged in applied clinical research aimed at improving the management of pain and somatic symptoms in younger populations, including internalizing disorders. In addition, Dr. Heckler provides training and supervision to psychology trainees at various levels, contributing to their professional development and education in clinical psychology.

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— Present

UT Health Austin • Austin, TX

Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, providing care and evidence-based treatments.

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.