Psychologists
Sarah Lade, PhD, Psychologist and Neuropsychologist
Dr. Sarah Lade (she/her; NS #C10949) has a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from McMaster University. She has competencies in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology. She completed her residency with the Saskatoon and Area Predoctoral Psychology Residency program. Her doctoral research examined qualitative dimensions of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Military and Public Safety Personnel, with a focus on Military Sexual Trauma.
Dr. Lade provides treatment from a variety of intervention approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills (DBT-skills), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
Dr. Lade supports clients with a variety of presenting Psychological conditions, including Post-Traumatic Stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders (Depression, Bipolar disorder), anxiety disorders (Social Anxiety disorder, Generalized Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder), developmental conditions (Autism Spectrum disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity disorder), complex grief, uncomplicated substance use issues, and personality difficulties/personality disorders.
She is passionate about working with individuals with brain-based disorders, including neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as traumatic brain injuries. She supports clients of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, along with clients with gender-identity-related challenges (e.g., gender dysphoria), with a gender-affirming care approach.
In her free time, Dr. Lade enjoys playing the piano with a warm cup of tea and embracing the great outdoors with her dog. She acknowledges her identity as a white, cis-gender female and seeks to provide all services from an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed framework.