Grace Dabrinze, M.A.

Education
The Chicago School, Washington D.C. (Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. Doctoral Candidate, 2020-2025)
The Chicago School, Washington D.C. (Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology. 2020-2022)
Rutgers University, New Jersey (Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2016-2020)
Specialties
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Holistic and Mindfulness Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Family Systems, Parenting, Teens
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Autism; ADHD
- Anxiety; Adjustment Issues; Stress Management
- Acculturation and Immigration Stress
- Mindfulness; Spirituality
Grace Dabrinze is a psychology associate dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive care to children, adolescents, and families. She has supported individuals across clinical work in medical, school, community-based, and home settings.
Grace’s areas of expertise include autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, acculturation, immigration stress, teens, parenting, mindfulness, stress management, and spirituality. She enjoys working with neurodivergent youths and immigrant populations and has a strong passion for helping clients navigate life transitions, behavioral challenges, and identity-related stress through empathy and empowerment.
Grace’s therapeutic approach is flexible, culturally responsive, and rooted in evidence-based practices, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and parent coaching. She believes in meeting each person where they are, honoring their lived experience, and walking alongside them on their path to healing and growth.
Whether addressing emotional or behavioral regulation, executive functioning skills, or family dynamics, Grace views therapy as a collaborative and trusting process. She holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is currently completing a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology. She has also completed a graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis and is working toward BCBA certification.
Why Grace Became a Therapist
I became a therapist because I’m deeply honored to hold space for individuals navigating their own unique life experiences. It’s a privilege to walk alongside people in their journey of discovery, healing, and growth, helping them uncover their strengths, make meaning of their stories, and move toward a more empowered version of themselves.
How Grace Lives Authentically
I live authentically by taking time to pause, reflect, and make intentional choices that align with my values. I embrace my journey with curiosity and compassion for myself and others.