Meet the Team
Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to providing comprehensive and personalized support. With a diverse range of specialties and a shared passion for helping individuals thrive, our staff brings a wealth of experience and a collaborative approach to every aspect of your care. Get to know the faces behind Frye Psychiatric Services below, and discover the warmth, dedication, and expertise that define our practice.
Our Providers
Sara Frye, PhD, NCSP
Founder and Lead Psychologist
Dr. Sara Frye is a licensed psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist. She received her bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD at the University of Arizona (Bear Down!). She completed an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center where she specialized in pediatric neuropsychology, autism spectrum disorder, and behavioral sleep medicine. She then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Arizona and Banner-University Medical Center working on an NIH-funded clinical trial and at an outpatient neuropsychology practice.
Dr. Frye has practiced in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and schools. Her background is unique in that she has training in both pediatric neuropsychology and school psychology. Thus, she is knowledgeable about medical diagnoses and educational classifications. She strives to recognize strengths associated with all types of neurodivergence, as well as make recommendations to address barriers to help individuals navigate social, educational, and work demands.
Her clinical work was recognized at the state level as the recipient of the 2021 Outstanding Early Career Psychologist Award from the Arizona Psychological Association. Dr. Frye is an Arizona native. She currently lives in Marana with her spouse, two children, and her dogs (Bonnie and Clyde).
Colleen Halpin, PhD, NCSP
Postdoctoral Fellow
Dr. Colleen Halpin is a postdoctoral fellow at Frye Psychological Services, as well as a nationally certified school psychologist (NCSP). A wildcat through and through, she earned her bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD at the University of Arizona. Dr. Halpin completed her pre-doctoral internship with the University of Arizona Psychology Internship Consortium (UArizona PIC) at Sunnyside Unified School District. There, she conducted comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for students with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, other health impairments, and other developmental disabilities.
Dr. Halpin has worked in the field of neuropsychological assessment since 2020. With the combination of her work in private practice, in addition to working at several local school districts, she is very experienced in both assessment and related recommendations. Though not an Arizona native, the Sonoran Desert is her home. Outside of the office, Dr. Halpin can be found taking long walks looking for her favorite flora, the crested saguaro.
Our Support Team
Elizabeth (Ellie) Salcedo
Lead Psychometrist & Administrative Associate
Ellie holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Northern Arizona University. She has extensive experience working with neurodivergent individuals and their families in community-based settings providing interventions and doing case management. Ellie is passionate about helping families and strives to make a positive impact on individuals and the community.
Outside of her professional commitments, Ellie loves spending quality time with her two dogs, Mars and Kenai. She is also an avid reader and adores engaging in creative outlets including painting and journaling. A fun fact about her is that she has 13+ years of experience in Folklorico (Mexican Ballet Folk Dance).
Lauren Ross, BA
Psychometrist
Lauren Ross is a second-year doctoral student in clinical psychology (PsyD) at Northern Arizona University’s North Valley campus in Phoenix, Arizona. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from San Diego State University. While in San Diego, Lauren had the opportunity to work with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. Her academic interests include neuropsychological assessment and adolescent mental health. Her passions for psychology and education continue to thrive at Frye Psychological Services.
Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Lauren holds a special place in her heart for the desert. She loves hiking (when the weather permits) and spending time outdoors. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her spouse, dog (Juno), and two cats (Chicken and Hollandaise).
Ingrid Kaiser Silva, MA
Psychometrist
Ingrid is a fourth-year PhD student in the School Psychology program at the University of Arizona. She also holds a master’s degree in School Psychology and a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Ingrid has experience working with children, adolescents, and families in school settings and through social service agencies, with a focus on supporting individuals from underserved and vulnerable backgrounds. She is particularly interested in providing services that are responsive to clients’ cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and values tailoring assessments to each individual’s unique experience.
Natalie J. Wong, EdS, NCSP
Psychometrist
Natalie J. Wong is a doctoral student in School Psychology at the University of Arizona. She earned her Education Specialist degree (EdS) at Seattle University and currently holds a National Certification of School Psychology (NCSP).
Natalie previously worked as a testing coordinator for high school students with disabilities for four years and served as an AmeriCorps member while completing her EdS capstone internship at a Title I school district within an agricultural community in Washington State. Within the Tucson area, Natalie completed a year-long externship at Sunnyside Unified School District and is currently training in pediatric counseling at a local private practice. Natalie aspires to make contributions to the field of school psychology through her stewardship and research as a woman of color.
