Dr. Thrudur Gunnarsdottir is a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in clinical research, assessment, psychological treatment, coaching and consultation, and training. She offers secure, online services to individuals, couples, and families, specializing in a range of concerns across the lifespan. Her areas of focus include:
- ADHD and autism spectrum conditions
- Couples counseling, particularly when neurodivergence is involved
- Complex trauma and difficult family histories
- Stress and burnout
- Anxiety and depression
Dr. Gunnarsdottir also has deep expertise in:
- Lifestyle therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, including holistic support for chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and cardiovascular disease
- Midlife and menopause-related support
- Family and relationship challenges, including separation, blended families, and high-conflict dynamics
Therapeutic Approach
Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based methods, including behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also incorporates innovations from neuroscience, such as the polyvagal theory, and is trained in Mindfulness and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Background and Training
Dr. Gunnarsdottir has been a licensed psychologist since 2009. Her clinical training included placements at the National University Hospital of Iceland and the Children's Hospital in Reykjavík, where she also worked in her early career. She later completed postdoctoral training at the University of Colorado, Denver, through the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center and Children’s Hospital Colorado. There, she worked on prevention programs, treatment, and research focused on pediatric and family health. Following this, Dr. Gunnarsdottir joined Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where she led training for mental health providers across Missouri in delivering evidence-based lifestyle interventions for individuals with complex, co-occurring challenges. In recent years, her work has included clinical research, development of digital therapeutic programs, and private practice. Research and Publications
Dr. Gunnarsdottir has published peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters. Her publications are available via the National Library of Medicine:
PubMed – Dr. Þrúður Gunnarsdóttir: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Gunnarsdottir+Thrudur&sort=date
Contact
To schedule a consultation or inquire about services:
📧 dr.gunnarsdottir@gmail.com
📧 thrudur@salfraedithjonusta.is
