Meet Dayna Fuchs
Dayna Fuchs
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Dayna L. Fuchs is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience.
She works at the intersection of psychology, healthcare, and medical collaboration. Based in Dallas, Texas, she is recognized for her integrated approach to mental health, frequently collaborating closely with physicians, psychiatrists, pediatricians, neurologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care for individuals and families facing complex psychological and medical challenges.
Dayna’s Experience
Her clinical focus includes the treatment of trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, stress-related medical conditions, grief, and behavioral challenges. She also has extensive experience supporting patients with co-occurring medical diagnoses such as chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, ADHD, and post-surgical emotional adjustment. Dr. Fuchs’ understanding of the mind–body connection informs her work, particularly with patients who are experiencing the psychological impact of long-term illness or recovery.
Dr. Dayna Fuchs utilizes evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and systems-based therapy, to deliver personalized, goal-directed care. She takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach that honors both clinical precision and the emotional realities that come with health challenges. Her style is active, compassionate, and direct, aimed at helping clients and their healthcare teams make meaningful progress together.
She is frequently referred by physicians and medical providers who recognize the value of psychological support in managing chronic illness, post-traumatic stress, substance use recovery, and treatment adherence. Dr.Dayna Fuchs also provides psychoeducation to families navigating diagnoses like cancer, heart disease, or neurological disorders, helping them build resilience, manage caregiver stress, and improve communication.
In addition to her private practice, Dr. Fuchs has held leadership roles in hospital-based programs focusing on addiction, trauma, and adolescent care. She understands the inner workings of inpatient and outpatient medical systems, which enables her to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and advocate for patient needs within those environments.
Dr. Dayna Fuchs holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
and is licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. She is also a member of the National Register of Health Service Psychologists and adheres to the highest standards of ethical and evidence-informed care. Whether she is helping a patient cope with chronic illness, recover from trauma, or navigate emotional symptoms alongside physical health treatment, her goal remains the same: to support whole-person wellness that is sustainable and empowering.
Her services are available both in person in Dallas and
through secure telehealth platforms, making high-quality psychological care accessible and flexible for medical patients and their families.
To refer a patient, collaborate on care, or learn more about how integrated psychological support can benefit medical outcomes, visit: www.daynafuchs.com
