Karen R Sanchez Staedler PsyD

Karen R. Sanchez Staedler, PsyD, is a psychologist and board-certified music therapist who integrates clinical psychology with the therapeutic use of music to support mental health and overall well-being. She is the president and founder of The Pacific Resiliency Center for Psychology, Wellness, and the Arts in Stockton, California, where she helps shape services that bring together psychological care and arts-based approaches. Dr. Sanchez Staedler earned her Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from Capella University and holds a dual MBA in Entrepreneurship and Health Care Management from Jones International University. She completed her Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy, with a minor in Speech and Language Pathology, at the University of the Pacific. Her professional background includes developing music therapy programs across educational, mental health, and medical settings, serving children and adults with disabilities and illnesses. She previously founded In Harmony Music Therapy Services and led clinical services and program development. Dr. Sanchez Staedler has contributed to professional organizations through leadership roles within the Western Region Chapter of the American Music Therapy Association and service with psychology graduate training initiatives. She has also presented at regional and statewide conferences and offers evaluation experience that includes clinical and forensic contexts. She is fluent in English and has limited working proficiency in Spanish.