Houston’s Expert in Educational Psychology
Unlock Your Child's Potential with Dr. Alice Gates
Empowering Families Through Expert Psycho-Educational Support
Dr. Alice M. Gates is here for you, offering a compassionate hand to parents navigating the complexities of their child's emotional well-being. With over 30 years of expertise, she specializes in comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations, addressing learning deficits, ADHD, parent/child conflicts, school adjustment issues, anxiety, and depression. Dr. Gates collaborates with schools to provide practical strategies grounded in the Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Dr. Alice Gates, Your Trusted Educational Psychologist
With three decades of dedicated service in the Houston area, Dr. Alice M. Gates, Ed.D., stands as your trusted educational psychologist. A former teacher, school psychologist, and clinical psychologist, she specializes in pinpointing learning differences, anxiety disorders, and motivational challenges commonly associated with school-related issues.
Dr. Gates has a proven track record of securing accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring a fair chance at showcasing their abilities, including extended time on standardized tests like the SAT and ACT.
Therapy practices
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I specialize in unlocking your full potential through a comprehensive psycho-educational evaluation. This evaluation encompasses assessing IQ, academic proficiency in reading, written language, and math, as well as evaluations for Attention Deficit, Executive Functioning, Depression, and Anxiety. You'll receive a detailed report with scores and participate in a feedback session where I provide thorough explanations. Rest assured, my reports meet the requirements of ISEE, ACT, SAT, GRE, LSAT, and MCAT.
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Let me guide you through navigating stressors by developing effective symptom management and coping skills. Together, we'll focus on identifying and addressing sources of stress, fostering resilience, and enhancing your overall emotional well-being.
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Embark on a journey with me to explore the roots of your challenges. Through psychodynamic therapy, we'll uncover core misbeliefs while simultaneously establishing effective coping skills. This therapeutic process facilitates the development of insight into your personal choices and relationships, paving the way for transformative change.
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As a school psychologist, I specialize in assessing and optimizing current school situations by implementing effective changes. My services aim to create a supportive environment for students, addressing challenges, and fostering positive educational experiences.
Conditions treated
Academic Underachievement
Anxiety or Fears
Attention Deficit (ADHD)
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Learning Disabilities
Oppositional Defiance
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Testing and Evaluation
Appointment Information
In-person and Virtual appointments are available.
To schedule an appointment, please contact Dr. Gates at amgpsych@gmail.com or complete the contact form.