Licensed Psychologist, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Overview: Dr. Faith Shank is a clinical psychologist with extensive training in integrated behavioral health, health psychology, and evidence-based psychotherapy. She earned her PhD and MA in Clinical Psychology from Rowan University and completed an APA-accredited psychology internship with the South Texas Veterans Health Care System. Her clinical experience includes work in primary care, behavioral medicine, addiction medicine, and Veterans Affairs settings, treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, chronic pain, insomnia, and adjustment to serious medical conditions. She also has an extensive research background in alcohol and substance use, health behaviors, trauma, and well-being.
Dr. Shank’s therapeutic approach is collaborative, practical, and evidence-based. Drawing on her background in health psychology and integrated care, she considers the connection between emotional well-being, physical health, behaviors, and everyday functioning. She works with clients to identify patterns contributing to distress and develop realistic strategies for meaningful change.
Faith utilizes therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and trauma-focused interventions. Her training also includes evidence-based approaches for chronic pain and recurring nightmares.
Working with Dr. Shank, clients can expect a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where therapy is tailored to their individual needs and goals. She helps clients develop effective coping strategies, improve emotional and behavioral health, and navigate challenges related to stress, trauma, health conditions, sleep, and substance use.
Academic Credentials / Details
PhD, Clinical Psychology – Rowan University
MA, Clinical Psychology – Rowan University
MA, General Theoretical Psychology – Fairleigh Dickinson University
BA, Psychology – Loyola University Maryland
APA-Accredited Psychology Internship – South Texas Veterans Health Care System
Areas of Expertise
Anxiety and Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Alcohol and Substance Use
Insomnia and Sleep Concerns
Chronic Pain
Faith works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, substance use concerns, insomnia, chronic pain, health-related challenges, and major life transitions. She has particularly strong experience working with veterans and individuals navigating the intersection of physical and mental health.
