Dr. Gail Saltz is an American psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, columnist, and television commentator. She is renowned for her expertise in a variety of psychological and mental health issues, particularly those related to stress, anxiety, emotional well-being, and relationships.

Dr. Saltz serves as a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill-Cornell Medical College, and is a psychoanalyst with the New York Psychoanalytic Institute. She is a prominent media figure, frequently contributing as a columnist and commentator, and has appeared on shows such as Good Morning America, Dr. Oz, The View, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

She has written several acclaimed books including Anatomy of a Secret Life: The Psychology of Living a Lie and The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder and Genius. Additionally, Dr. Saltz has written children's books and contributes as a mental health and parenting expert for US News & World Report.

Dr. Saltz's academic background includes a degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and residency in Psychiatry at Cornell-Weill School of Medicine. She also holds a B.A. in Biology and Psychology from Lehigh University.