Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi PhD, LPC, LPCS, MA, CRC
Dr. Ficchi is a licensed therapist, certified rehabilitation counselor, and professor in counseling and disability studies. She is a passionate advocate for disability rights with over a decade of experience, she has dedicated her career to promoting equality, justice, and improved mental health services for the disability community and their families. Dr. Ficchi’s personal experience with a disability enables her to relate deeply to her clients and provide a unique perspective that fosters understanding and self-acceptance.
Dr. Ficchi is the COO and co-founder of Care 4 the Caregivers, an organization dedicated to building a supportive community for caregivers of disabled children and raising awareness to better the lives of disabled individuals. She also serves as CEO and therapist at her private practice, New Perspectives LLC, where she focuses on disability adjustment for individuals and families, disability identity, independent living, and resilience. Her work emphasizes the family experience during the rehabilitation process, including the influence of parenting styles on the social maturity and transition to adulthood for children and adolescents with physical disabilities.
Dr. Ficchi is a full-time faculty member at the University of Phoenix, where she teaches counseling courses. Her research specialties include disability pride, independent living, and resilience. Beyond her roles in counseling and education, she works as a consultant and advocate, raising awareness about disability issues and helping families navigate challenges.
Dr. Ficchi’s passion lies in encouraging disabled individuals to embrace their identity, take risks, and strive for self-acceptance and happiness. Her dedication to advancing disability pride and advocating for equal opportunities continues to inspire her work in improving the lives of disabled individuals and their families.
Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi PhD, LPC, LPCS, MA, CRC
CEO/Therapist–New Perspectives LLC
COO/Co-Director–Care 4 the Caregivers
Rehabilitation Counselor–Teen Program Director–Empower SCI
520-276-9823
Newperspectivesllc.org
