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Effective therapy depends on serving the whole person. Disability is a part, but not the sum of who we are.
Dr. Jennifer Gibson is a leading psychologist serving individuals with disabilities and the professionals who work with them. Beginning with a family becoming aware of their baby’s disability, to individuals who age into disability, she supports clients in living with disability, and dealing with societal challenges, while pursuing productive, meaningful lives. She draws from her personal experiences of living with Cerebral Palsy, with insight and humor to facilitate positive change for clients and their families.
My Services
Approximately one out of five Americans has a disability. They span every ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and socioeconomic group, yet they are often overlooked as part of the tapestry of diversity.
Psychotherapy
Individual and family therapy
Neuropsychological assessment
Specialty in serving clients and families with ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders/Asperger’s, Learning Disabilities, and physical disabilities
Consultation and Training
Disability and clinical competency training for therapists, educators and service providers
IEP consultation
Educational Planning
IEP Planning
Transitioning skills to college – assisting students to maximize their potential and succeed in higher education
Coaching
Nationally Recognized
A widely published author and researcher, Dr. Gibson has created a national model for disability identity development based on more than 20 years of working with individuals with disabilities. Her model provides insight into a person’s inner perception about their disability, and how they navigate in the world.
Building a Meaningful Life
“I assist individuals and families living with disabilities to challenge the obstacles presented by society in critical areas such as education, health care, and the workplace. I work with them to build self-esteem and advocacy skills to assist in removing barriers so they can fully engage in life and realize their full potential.”
Client Testimonials
“Jennifer has a deeply intuitive and professional understanding of how disabilities affect people’s lives. She appreciates the importance of creating strategies for living a full, satisfying life. Unlike some counselors and PhD’s, she doesn’t make assumptions, or work from stereotypes – she really listens! Jennifer also assists the whole person and doesn’t see everything as a reflection or result of disability. Anyone working in psychology can benefit from her training. As a parent of three children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, I believe no one could ask for a better coach, and as an individual with a disability myself, I know that Jennifer understands from the inside out, the challenges facing people with physical or intellectual disabilities.”
– Paige Mair, Disability Resources Coordinator – Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities -Department of Pediatrics – UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
“As parents of a child with autism, we face many challenges and uncertainties. Consulting with Dr. Gibson has given us the confidence and direction in which to pursue our son’s post- secondary education. Dr. Gibson provided us a wealth of information about programs and services available to our family. Her perseverance, experience, and passion are impressive. She is an exceptional therapist, and we take comfort in knowing she is there for us.”
– Dale and Brenda
“Through her professional and personal experiences, Dr. Gibson has developed a culturally congruent way of working with all individuals, but specifically those individuals with disabilities. She has found a way to consolidate personal lived experiences with professional knowledge. A gift to all those who she works with.”
– Miguel E. Gallardo, Psy.D., Associate Professor of Psychology – Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology – Past-President, California Psychological Association