Dr. Liz Gaebler, PhD, NCSP, ADHD-CCSP | Licensed Psychologist and Founder
Hi, I'm Dr. Liz. Choosing a therapist is a big decision, so here's a little about me, how I work, and what you can expect if we work together.
I'm a Licensed Psychologist and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist in Madison, and I'm also an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP). For you, that means I bring clinical therapy expertise along with a real understanding of schools, neurodivergence, and the supports that help people do well.
Who I work with
I work with teens, college students, young adults, and parents. People usually come to me for help with anxiety, ADHD, autism, executive function challenges, or life transitions, or because they feel stuck and overwhelmed. Many of my clients are neurodivergent. My approach is neuro-affirming, which means we work with how your brain works instead of against it.
What working with me looks like
Therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and practical. I often tell clients that I may bring the clinical tools, but they are the expert in their own experience. We start by building a trusting, genuine connection. From there, you can expect warmth, honesty, and clear next steps.
Depending on what you need, we might use:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to understand how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect
Mindfulness and coping skills for stress and anxiety
Executive function skill-building for ADHD, school, and daily life
Goal setting and problem-solving
Visual supports and practical tools tailored to you
Plans you can start using at home right away
I adapt what we do to fit you, not the other way around.
My background
Before I opened Capital City Psychology in 2018, I worked in schools, group practice, statewide systems coaching, graduate teaching, and community disability support. Those experiences shaped how I see young people and families: resilient, resourceful, and often carrying more than they should alone.
I earned my PhD in Educational (School) Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and received the O'Shea Fellowship for my dissertation. My pre-doctoral internship was with the APA-approved Illinois School Psychology Internship Consortium, and my postdoctoral fellowship was at a Madison group practice. I also completed the MCH-LEND training program in neurodevelopmental disabilities at UW–Madison's Waisman Center. I've presented at conferences across Wisconsin and nationally, and I keep up with current research so I can give my clients the best care possible.
When I'm not working, I'm usually being a mom, cooking something new, reading a novel with a hot cup of coffee, or spending time outside with my family.
