Lindsay Gibson is a clinical psychologist and author recognized for her insights into emotional immaturity, especially within family dynamics. She is the author of “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents,” a notable work exploring the impact of emotionally immature or unavailable parents. In this book, Gibson examines how these parents can foster feelings of neglect and provides strategies for healing from the resulting pain and confusion. Her work focuses on breaking free from parents’ emotional immaturity, embracing one’s true self, and developing healthier relationships.
Gibson has also penned “Disentangling from Emotionally Immature People,” which delves further into emotionally immature relationships, and the “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Guided Journal”. Specializing in adult psychotherapy and personal growth counseling, she brings extensive experience in personality and intellectual assessment. Her thorough psychodynamic training informs her understanding of individuals’ challenges from a developmental standpoint, driving her interest in the spectrum of psychological maturity among adults.
Beyond her writing, Gibson boasts a strong academic foundation. She holds two graduate degrees in clinical psychology: a Master’s from Central Michigan University and a Doctorate of Psychology from the Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology. She has also served as an Assistant Adjunct Professor for the College of William and Mary and Old Dominion University, instructing doctoral students in the Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology.
Gibson also supports therapists through resources such as a growth journal and a therapy book, designed to support healing and self-discovery. She additionally offers a therapy mentorship program.