Hello! I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I moved to Florida to attend the University of South Florida (USF) and ended up staying for 20 years. After USF I went to the University of Florida (UF) for my graduate degrees. After graduating with my Ph.D., I moved to Tampa and worked in private practice. Now I am preparing to move my family to Pennsylvania where I will have my own therapy practice. We are excited to be closer to family and experience more than just one season (HOT!).

I met my partner while at USF and now we have a daughter. For fun, I enjoy baking, card and board games, dancing, and the water (swimming, beaching, etc.). 

My favorite vacation spots are Saint Augustine Beach in Florida, Maui in Hawaii, and the Outer Banks in North Carolina. 

Dr. Schrack strives to help her clients live their best life, experience more joy and less suffering. She does this by creating a supportive and safe environment in which clients are invited to share openly without judgment. By providing clients with tools, she encourages them to find ways to overcome challenges. Dr. Schrack enjoys learning from each client and adapting therapeutic strategies based on the needs of each individual.

Licenses, Credentials, and Certificates:

• Authorization to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT)  PsyPact ID 16345

  • Issued September 2023

• Florida Licensed Psychologist PY 10648

  • Issued November 2019

• Pennsylvania Licensed Psychologist PS 019974 

  • Issued August 2023

• Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) 52684 

  • Issued October 2018

• Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) Training Certificate

  • Issued June 2018

Experience:

• Licensed Psychologist since 2019

  • As a full time practicing psychologist in private practice, I have provided therapy and testing for many people. Most of my clients have struggled with anxiety (perfectionism, adjustment, OCD, social anxiety, phobias, general), depression, ADHD, tics, misophonia, eating disorders, and skin or hair picking. 

• Postdoctoral Resident (This means I had a Ph.D. but I wasn't licensed yet)

  • For one year, I worked full time in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida, where I received extensive training in the Intensive Outpatient Clinic for OCD and Anxiety Disorders. During this time, I gained further expertise in E/RP, psychological testing and with clients facing severe psychological challenges. 

• School Psychologist Intern 

  • For one year, I worked full time in a Florida school district providing therapy and testing services to the students. 

• Clinical Practicum Student 

  • I worked part-time for two years in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida, where I provided therapy and conducted psychological testing with clients. My role involved consulting with and working in both the Intensive Outpatient Clinic for OCD and Anxiety Disorders and the Intensive Eating Disorders Clinic.

• School Based Practicum Student

  • For two years, I consulted, tested, and provided counseling to students in a Florida school district part-time. 

• University of Florida Coursework

• Postbaccalaureate Intern (This means I had my undergraduate degree)

• FAQs about Dr. Schrack

Dr. Anna Schrack is a doctoral level, University of Florida trained (Go Gators), Licensed Psychologist, and Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Dr. Schrack earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in both psychology and criminology from the University of South Florida, graduating with high honors. Subsequently, she attended the University of Florida, where she acquired her Master of Education and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in school psychology. Dr. Schrack attained practical experience in the schools with the Marion County and Citrus County School Districts. Dr. Schrack further developed clinical skills with the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida concentrating on anxiety and depressive disorders.

Dr. Schrack specializes in the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Exposure with Response Prevention (E/RP) in the treatment of Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Related disorders. She also utilizes Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics/Habit Reversal Training (CBIT/HRT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices in treatment. Her clients are almost exclusively adults and children ages 6 and older who struggle with OCD, phobias, social anxiety, perfectionism, general anxiety, postpartum anxiety/OCD, panic, PANDAS, PANS, Tourette’s, tics, misophonia, hoarding, eating disorders, and/or depression. Because many of these issues impact not only the individual but also the family, Dr. Schrack includes parents, spouses and other family members as indicated to ensure the best treatment and outcomes. With her experience and training within the school system, Dr. Schrack is also a valuable resource for families in bridging the gap between mental health accommodations and school needs.

Awards and Scholarships

Excellence in Supervision and Teaching Award, August 2019

Outstanding Peer Supervisor Award, August 2019

William L. & Margaret L. Benz Foundation Scholarship, Annually 2006-2018

Amber Vivian Turner Scholarship Fund, August 2017

Evelyn L. Wenzel Memorial Scholarship Fund, August 2015

Norman F. Nelson Fellowship Fund Scholarship, August 2014

USF Staff Senate Dollars for Scholars Scholarship, Five awards from August 2009-May 2011

Cheryl Klingensmith Memorial Scholarship, August 2002