Marisa Serchuck, Ph.D.

Dr. Marisa Serchuk is a licensed Clinical Psychologist at the Boston Child Study Center, where she provides evidence-based treatment to children, adolescents, and young adults from diverse backgrounds. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, tic disorders, selective mutism, and behavioral challenges. Dr. Serchuk has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is a certified PCIT Therapist by PCIT International, and is trained in treatment adaptations for anxiety (PCIT-CALM) and selective mutism (PCIT-SM).

Dr. Serchuk earned her B.A. in Psychology, with a minor in Education, from SUNY Albany before earning her master’s and Doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology at Illinois Institute of Technology. While in graduate school, Dr. Serchuk’s research focused on how various forms of stigma impact parents/caregivers of children with mental health challenges. She additionally engaged in various clinical-based research projects at University of Chicago Medicine related to PCIT. She completed her predoctoral internship at Andrus Health and Wellness Centers. Through various clinical experiences, Dr. Serchuk has had the opportunity to work with individuals across the lifespan in a variety of settings, including community mental health agencies, academic medical centers, and schools.