Business Details
23 Years
experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Los Gatos, CA
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in Los Gatos, CA. My practice focuses on creating a safe, compassionate environment where clients can explore emotional challenges through psychodynamic therapy and play therapy techniques. With specialized expertise in autism spectrum disorders and psychological testing, I offer tailored interventions for individuals and families navigating complex mental health concerns. My approach emphasizes collaborative relationships, evidence-based practices, and empowering clients to achieve personal growth and resilience.I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology and maintain active memberships in leading professional organizations including the American Psychological Association. Through continuous engagement with community outreach programs and specialized workshops, I strive to enhance understanding of psychological needs for individuals with special needs.
Services
Child Therapy
Adult Therapy
Psychological Testing
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Play Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical psychology experience
- Specialized expertise in autism spectrum disorders
- Comprehensive psychological testing services available
- Non-judgmental, confidential therapeutic environment
- Active community mental health educator and advocate
What people say
Compassionate approach
Specialized autism expertise
Effective therapeutic techniques
Supportive environment
Comprehensive assessments
Services
Child Therapy
Specialized therapy for children addressing emotional, social, and behavioral challenges through play therapy techniques. Focuses on improving self-esteem, social skills, and academic performance while working collaboratively with parents to develop effective coping strategies for issues like anxiety, aggression, and attention difficulties.
Adult Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy for adults addressing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Helps clients develop greater self-awareness, improve interpersonal relationships, and enhance emotional well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs and personal growth goals.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological assessments for all ages to evaluate cognitive abilities, academic performance, and personality functioning. Provides diagnostic clarity and treatment recommendations for learning disabilities, career guidance, and mental health concerns using empirically validated testing methods.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic approach exploring emotional patterns and interpersonal dynamics to resolve psychological difficulties. Focuses on understanding how past experiences influence current behavior while developing healthier coping mechanisms and improving emotional regulation through structured, collaborative sessions.
Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate therapeutic approach using play to help children express emotions and resolve psychological challenges. Utilizes toys and creative activities to assess and address behavioral issues, social difficulties, and emotional distress in a supportive environment.
People
Miranda J. Gabriel
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Gabriel is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in child, adolescent, and adult therapy. Specializing in autism spectrum disorders, she provides psychodynamic therapy and psychological testing in her Los Gatos practice.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
I provide services for children, adolescents, and adults with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
My primary approach is psychodynamic psychotherapy, supplemented by play therapy techniques for children.
Do you offer psychological testing services?
Yes, I conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for cognitive, academic, and personality evaluations.
What are your specialty areas?
I specialize in autism spectrum disorders, child and adolescent mental health, and family therapy dynamics.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact me directly at 510-459-1302 or through the website contact form for scheduling.
