Updated September 17 th , 2026
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Training Faculty
BRINDLE, Sarah S., PhD Title: Program Manager Spinal Cord Injury Training Rotation: Rehabilitatoin Psychology E-mail address: sarah.brindle@va.gov Teaching/Training Interests: Rehabilitation Psychology; vicarious traumatization/burnout; issues relevant to new graduates (licensure, job seeking strategies)
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