Professor Dr. Sarah Kelleher

Biography

Sarah Kelleher, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University School of Medicine. She is also a member of the Duke Cancer Institute, specializing in cancer prevention and control. Her research is centered on developing, testing, and implementing theory-based behavioral symptom management interventions for patients with chronic diseases. She particularly focuses on utilizing novel mobile health technologies to deliver interventions aimed at addressing the physical and psychological symptoms that cancer patients face throughout their survivorship. Throughout her career, Dr. Kelleher has received grant support from prominent funding agencies including the NIH and the American Cancer Society, reflecting her contributions to the field of behavioral health in oncology. Her work encompasses areas like cognitive behavioral therapy applications, mobile health interventions, and optimizing symptom management strategies for patients experiencing significant health challenges due to chronic conditions.

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