Dr. Carol Gandolfo

Dr. Carol Gandolfo is a licensed psychologist with two decades of clinical experience. She trained in California and has worked in settings that include counseling centers, a homeless shelter internship, and a state hospital for developmental disabilities. She holds licensure as an AZ Psychologist PSY-005279 and a CA Psychologist 16933 and now practices from Arizona.

Her early work took her into many challenging areas. She saw domestic abuse, substance use, and family conflict. She also spent years at developmental centers addressing autism spectrum concerns, intellectual disability, bipolar disorder, and major depression. That period included work with forensic populations and providing expert testimony related to competency and recommitment.

Outside of paid roles she has volunteered on a fire department Critical Incident Stress Management team. She has mentored women leaving prison and served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Much of her volunteer emphasis has been on trauma and suicidality.

In sessions she uses practical, goal-oriented approaches. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to address current problems and strengthen coping skills. She aims to help people identify clear steps forward and reduce overwhelming patterns.

Parents and caregivers will find a practitioner who has experience with developmental and trauma-related challenges. She combines years of clinical work with community-based volunteering to support people through difficult life changes.

How her approaches guide online work

Dr. Gandolfo uses approaches that focus on thinking patterns, motivation, and practical change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, and then practice small changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to clarify what matters most and strengthen motivation for change, often helpful for addictions, readiness to change, and making difficult choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will discuss your goals and preferences and help choose methods that fit your situation. The plan can change over time as needs shift, so therapy stays focused on what you want to achieve.

Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how she is meeting with people. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people keep continuity of care after moves or life changes. Licensed professionals aim to adapt materials and homework to the online setting so progress continues between sessions.