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I am a wife
I have been married to my husband since 1993.
You may see us on our motorcycles (throttle therapy!)
We have fun and make each other laugh.
Marriage isn't easy and it is an adventure!

I am a mom
I am the mom of two young adults.
​I have loved and appreciated each stage of development.
​Raising children goes by so fast and time is precious. 
I love when we get the chance for family dinner together.

I am a creative academic
I write poems, sketch, pursuing a Studio Arts degree
Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
Member of PsiChi: International Honor Society in Psychology
Former President of Austin AMFT Board of Directors

I am a therapist
I specialize in working with couples and individuals
I am a Highly Sensitive Person and Highly Sensitive Therapist
I use compassion, empathy and curiosity
I am passionate, ethical and professional. I love what I do.

I am a teacher 
Gottman's Emotion Coaching
Couples Connection Course
The Emotional Compass intensive
​Learn about being an HSP
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 I am neurodivergent  
I am a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) 
I was adopted  
I know how it feels to heal from trauma and loss
I highly value therapy and have my own therapist

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Melissa Gaber, M.A., LMFT Supervisor

Gentle Connections Counseling
​Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor
​Highly Sensitive Person, Highly Sensitive Therapist

I specialize in seeing couples, HSPs
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[email protected] - 512 249 8544

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Gentle Connections Counseling 2025
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