Gabriel Jones is a 2nd year student in the Doctor of Clinical Psychology program at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He graduated from Harding University, where he studied Cognitive Neuroscience. During his time there, he worked in the Center for Cognitive Studies and pursued independent research exploring protective factors of individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. He also participated in an international internship in Uganda at CURE Children’s Hospital, where they focus on the treatment of hydrocephalus and spina bifida in children.

As a graduate student, he is serving as a Research Assistant examining the association between grief and executive functioning in college students. Gabriel is honored to be a 2026-2027 LEND trainee to further understand the lived experiences of families with children who have neurodevelopmental disabilities, how he can advocate for these individuals, and how interdisciplinary teams work together to provide life-changing care.