Sam Hackworth, Ph.D.

Before retiring in late 2023, I was a Licensed Psychologist for 30 years, including private practice in Austin, Texas since 2002.  Prior to private practice, I was an Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Psychology) engaged in clinical services, research, and training of psychology and medical students/interns.  My earlier clinical experience included work in developmental clinics, schools, outpatient clinics, and inpatient hospital settings.  I also created the Ask a Child Psychologist® parenting advice service which provided help to parents around the world for over 20 years.

I earned my Ph.D. from the University of Washington in Seattle in Clinical Child Psychology, with an internship at Duke University Medical Center.  I also earned my bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, and my master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Trinity University.

I live in Austin with my wife and grown children.

Education and Experience Summary:

• B.A., Psychology, University of Tennessee 1982

• M.A., Clinical Psychology, Trinity University 1987

• Ph.D., Clinical Child Psychology, University of Washington 1994

• Internship, Child/Pediatric Psychology, Duke University Medical Center 1992-1993

• Assist./Assoc. Professor of Pediatrics (Psychology), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 1993-2002

• Practicing as a Licensed Psychologist since 1994

• Licensed Psychologist out of state 1994-2002

• Licensed Psychologist in Texas 2000 to Present

• Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT)