Dr. Carol Gandolfo

Dr. Carol Gandolfo is a licensed psychologist with twenty years of clinical experience. She received her education in California and completed a series of internships that included work at a homeless shelter, training under a licensed psychologist, placements at a counseling center, and service at a Developmental Disabilities State Hospital.

Early in her career she accepted a wide variety of cases to broaden her clinical training, working with individuals and families affected by domestic abuse, family conflict, childhood concerns, and substance use. She then spent several years at two Developmental Centers, concentrating on developmental disabilities and serious mental health conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder, as well as related forensic issues.

During that period she also provided expert testimony for recommitment hearings and conducted competency-related training. After leaving California, Dr. Gandolfo volunteered with a fire department’s Critical Incident Stress Management team, mentored women reentering the community after incarceration, and served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Her volunteer efforts have focused primarily on trauma and suicidality. She maintains licensure to practice as a psychologist in both Arizona and California and is based in Arizona.