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).
Jasmine Benjamin, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Dr. Jasmine Benjamin is a postdoctoral fellow specializing in neuropsychological assessment. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Northern Arizona University and completed both her master’s degree and PhD at the University of Arizona. Dr. Benjamin completed an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship within the Southern Arizona Psychology Internship Center (SAPIC), where she provided individual and group psychotherapy at the Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) Center, a program supporting university students with learning differences, including autism and ADHD. During her internship, she also conducted psychological, academic, and bariatric evaluations at La Frontera, a community mental health center.
Dr. Benjamin is committed to providing culturally competent, affirming, evidence-based care, integrating a biopsychosocial approach. Her primary focus is on evaluating adolescent and college-aged populations, though she is experienced in working across the lifespan. In addition to her assessment work, she has specialized training in behavioral sleep medicine and offers targeted therapy services on a limited basis.
Outside of her clinical practice, Dr. Benjamin resides in Tucson with her spouse, three dogs (Shylow, Ludo, and Happy), several hermit crabs, and a pond full of fish. In her free time, she enjoys reading, camping in her home-built ‘skoolie’ RV, and experimenting in the kitchen.
Our Support Team
Colleen Halpin, MA
Lead Psychometrist & Assistant Practice Manager
Colleen Halpin serves as the Lead Psychometrist at Frye Psychological Services. She has a master’s degree and is in her final year of the University of Arizona School Psychology PhD program. She has extensive training and experience in the administration of assessment measures across a variety of settings, including private practices, community mental health centers, research, and schools. With a solid foundation in psychological assessment and an eye for detail, Colleen helps to lead a dedicated team of technicians in implementing evaluations tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
She additionally serves as the Assistant Practice Manager working behind the scenes to ensure efficient scheduling and an overall optimized experience for our patients. Colleen is committed to fostering a welcoming environment where patients and their families feel valued and supported. Outside of work, Colleen enjoys hiking, cooking, and caring for her pet tegu, Rupert.
Kaia Schott, MA
Psychometrist
Kaia is a fourth year PhD student in the School Psychology program at the University of Arizona. She also has a master’s degree in School Psychology, as well as two bachelor’s degrees in psychology. She has experience in assessment and therapy across a variety of settings.
Kaia enjoys working with children, teens, and their families throughout the evaluation process, and considering the individual context of each patient she works with. Aside from her work and education, she enjoys spending time outside with her dog and reading.
Carolyn (Caro) Tureaud, MA
Psychometrist
Carolyn (Caro) holds a master’s degree and is currently a fourth year PhD student in the School Psychology program at the University of Arizona. In her educational training and work history, Caro has garnered invaluable experience in assessment, behavioral support, and therapy with community mental health centers, private practices, and schools.
Caro is dedicated to ensuring that every client’s testing experience is comfortable and efficient. Beyond her professional pursuits, she finds joy in various hobbies, including cooking, maintaining an active lifestyle through fitness, and indulging in reading during her spare time.