Dr. Kristen Slater

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kristen M. Slater, PsyD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Pain Medicine at Stanford University. She earned her Doctorate of Psychology with an emphasis in Behavioral Medicine and Health Psychology from Loma Linda University. Dr. Slater completed her APA-accredited internship at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System and received specialized postdoctoral training through an APA-accredited Fellowship in Pain Psychology at Stanford University School of Medicine in 2014. With a focus on compassionate interdisciplinary care, Dr. Slater is dedicated to helping patients navigate the complexities of living with pain. She has worked as the lead psychologist at the Comprehensive Spine Sports Center and has been involved in multiple NIH-funded clinical trials aimed at enhancing treatment efficacy. Dr. Slater is also a Master Trainer for the 'Empowered Relief' program, teaching workshops to clinicians on evidence-based pain relief techniques. In addition to her professional commitment, she enjoys hiking and traveling, especially back to her home state of Colorado.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Pain Medicine, focusing on evidence-based clinical practices.

Lead Psychologist

2014-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Comprehensive Spine Sports Center • Campbell, CA

Led the Behavioral Medicine Psychological Services, developing the Functional Restoration Program and Pain Psychology Program.

Clinical Instructor

2014-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Part-time Clinical Instructor during postdoctoral training.

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.