Madyson Gabriel
MA, LPC
She/Her
Madyson became a therapist because she believes that everyone deserves to be known and accepted and that is best accomplished through person-centered work. Walking through life can be made much more meaningful (and enjoyable) with someone by your side for the ups and downs as you become the person you are meant to be. From intake to graduating therapy, Madyson wants her clients to feel like they are in the driver seat of their goals.
Before becoming a therapist at Drishti, Madyson spent the last decade in Spokane, Washington and worked as a therapist at a nonprofit for 3 years and before that, as a therapist with elementary and high school students. Madyson also spent her time through undergrad and grad school as a barista, which absolutely solidified her love for coffee (though she didn’t need much convincing).
Madyson moved to Bend in 2025 because she is excited to live somewhere a little more slow-paced where she can enjoy nature, paddle boarding, and walks with her husband. Madyson has a mini dachshund and a mini schnauzer who are both the lights of her life - you often will find her carrying her weenie dog in a baby carrier to the farmers market or to get coffee.
A successful therapeutic relationship provides a safe, trusting, and accepting space to use as the basis for growth and Madyson strives to provide this to all her clients!
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington, Bachelor of Psychology
Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Specialties
Madyson has advanced certification and training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, sand tray therapy interventions, and art therapy.
Madyson works with adolescents and adults (14-years-old and up) who are wanting to process traumatic experiences as well as clients wanting to address anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-development, boundary-setting, and interpersonal communication.
Some Fun Facts About Me
Movie(s) I love:
Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, all of them equally
Favorite thing to do in Bend:
Float the river, sit outside at a restaurant, cafe, or brewery
Favorite quote or personal motto:
“Never be so clever you forget to be kind” – Taylor Swift
On a day with no obligations, I will be:
Going to a spin class, spending time with my two dogs, and getting a coffee to enjoy while listening to a podcast and doing a craft (big multi-tasker over here).
Three words that describe me:
Spunky, animal-loving, connection-oriented
Favorite food to eat out:
Filet Mignon
Hobby(ies):
Spin class, crafting, going to concerts
Favorite weekend destination:
Leavenworth, Washington!
My number one bucket list item:
Spending St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland
Favorite food to cook:
Grilled Cheese (though questionable if that is considered cooking)
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