Megan Purser, PhD
- Psychology
Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Psychology, Baylor College of Medicine
Languages: English
Get to know Megan Purser, PhD
Personal Statement
Dr. Purser is pediatric psychologist at Texas Children’s Hospital-West campus who specializes in working with youth and families affected by medical conditions including chronic headaches and migraines, diabetes, sickle cell disease, and cancer. As a pediatric psychologist, Dr. Purser helps patients adjust to their medical diagnosis, learn new pain management strategies, improve adherence to medication and enhance family communication. Other areas of focus include developing and maintaining healthy habits such as sleep, physical activity and diet. She utilizes both evidence-based and strengths-based positive psychology interventions and highlights the importance of family collaboration and communication.
Clinical Interests:
Adjustment to chronic and acute illness, chronic headaches and migraines, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, hematology, oncology.
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Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
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| APA Division 38 – Health Psychology | Member |
| APA Division 54 – Pediatric Psychology | Member |
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
