2025
(Re)claiming Gender Euphoria
The WAVE model for gathering moments of gender euphoria among Black and Afro-diasporic transgender, nonbinary, and gender diverse adults.



Research
Gabriel’s work brings psychology, community engagement, teaching, and creative practice into conversation with healing and wellbeing.
Highlighted Research
A focused selection of scholarship rather than a full academic CV.
2025
The WAVE model for gathering moments of gender euphoria among Black and Afro-diasporic transgender, nonbinary, and gender diverse adults.
2024
An arts-based psychological inquiry into Black queer migratory identity and belonging.
2023
A qualitative descriptive study of social support for Black transgender and nonbinary adults in gender transition.
2022
A mixed-methods study of identity, mental health, and community context.
In the work
Gabriel is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Psychology at New York University and directs the B.A.L.L. Research Collective. For collaboration or research inquiries, get in touch.
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