Melissa Santos, PhD

Division Head of Pediatric Psychology | Associate Chair for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Melissa Santos, PhD is the Division Head of Pediatric Psychology, and Associate Chair for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Connecticut Children's.

Education

PhD, Texas Tech University

Residency

The Medical College of Georgia/Augusta VA Psychology Residency Consortium

Fellowship

The Medical College of Georgia, Hartford Hospital/The Institute of Living

Associate Professor of Pediatrics, University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Locations Where I See Patients

Exterior view of Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford

Connecticut Children’s Medical Center – Hartford

282 Washington Street
Hartford, CT06106
United States

Recent Blog Posts by Melissa Santos, PhD

A young girl sits and looks sadly at her phone
Blog - Growing Healthy

How Social Media Impacts Mental Health and Changes Brain Activity, and What to Do

A child holding smiley faces showing different expressions.
Blog - Advancing Kids

Transforming Mental Health Support for Your Child: Connecticut Children’s Commitment

Adults sitting on wooden wall
Blog - Growing Healthy

Honoring BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month

Mother and teenager daughter talk with therapist
Blog - Growing Healthy

5 Mental Health Tips for Kids This Winter