Leah Gabler, Intern (M.S. Education), CBIS (certified brain injury specialist)
Hello! I’m currently pursuing my M.S.Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Purdue University Fort Wayne. As a counselor-in-training, I believe that every person’s journey is unique and deeply personal. I strive to honor the individuality of your path and the lens through which you view your world.
In our work together, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can be your true, authentic self. I am committed to fostering a therapeutic environment that promotes self-growth, personal development, and greater self-awareness.
This is your journey, and I am here to walk beside you with empathy, sincerity, and acceptance. Through our work, I am dedicated to holding a space that respects your voice and your process, while always upholding confidentiality.
I have experience working with a variety of concerns, including:
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Addiction
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Trauma and abuse
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Brain injury informed (CBIS)
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Couples and relational issues
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Children and individual counseling
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Oppression and systemic issues
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LGBTQ+ affirming care
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Life transitions
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Anxiety and depression
In session, I draw from a range of evidence-informed approaches to meet your unique needs:
• Gestalt Therapy: Focusing on present-moment awareness, authentic contact, and balancing attention between self and environment.
• Internal Family Systems (IFS): Including deep inner child work to support healing and integration of internal parts.
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Used with couples to strengthen emotional bonds and create secure, connected relationships.