Dr. Trudy-Ann Gayle

Dr. Trudy-Ann Gayle is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, consultant, professional organizer, interior designer, and published author. She currently serves as chief executive officer at Life Matters Services, Inc. In 2015, Dr. Gayle and her team began providing treatment to individuals, couples, children, families, and groups. Services such as psychoeducational evaluations and neuropsychological testing are also provided. Dr. Gayle plays a pivotal role in the daily operations, management, and diversification of the practice. She is passionate about what she does and is truly dedicated to her mission of serving communities of color and promoting mental wellness.

Dr. Gayle holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Hampton University where she graduated magna cum laude. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rhode Island with certificates in minority and women's studies. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at the University of California, Merced.

Dr. Gayle has a passion for leadership. Among all her educational and professional achievements, Dr. Gayle enjoys teaching and mentorship. She has taught both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. She has also provided clinical supervision and training to graduate students and conducted seminars on minority issues in mental health, cultural competency, and diagnostic evaluation. She currently oversees all clinical and diagnostic issues at her private practice.

Dr. Gayle is a devoted wife and mother. She loves spending time with her family. She and her husband have been married for 10 years and live in Queens, New York with their 2 vibrant children, Hudson and Harley. She is also an animal lover and has a spunky 14-year-old Morkie (Maltese and Yorkie) named Lyla and a 3-year-old rambunctious miniature Labradoodle named Savannah.

I enjoy providing a therapeutic space in which people can gain insight into their circumstances. I spend a lot of time listening and collecting data. My brain is like an elephant; I remember little details and bring those details back into the conversation when relevant. It is these small details that can make a big difference in the therapeutic relationship. I am engaging and participatory. It is easy to see my lighthearted and colorful personality throughout the sessions.

I am an educator at my core. Not only do I provide support and help you to resolve deep rooted issues, but I teach the client about what may be happening diagnostically. I also teach them the theoretical orientation from which I am working so they can better inform themselves.