Hello, I’m Gabrielle Perez, MA, LMFTA
The human condition includes suffering, uncertainty, confusion, and joy. I’m here to help you navigate these experiences.
From a young age, I found myself questioning the world around me. I noticed social norms that didn’t make sense, and I witnessed people contort themselves to fit in—only to shrink inside. I observed in-congruencies in authority figures whose actions didn’t align with their words, and I saw quiet voices go unheard. In many places, I saw pain take root or seep from one to another.
Over time, I came to understand much of this as misalignment shaped by the environments we live in—the air we breathe and the systems we move within. As a global community carrying inherited trauma, fear, and the weight of oppressive structures, many of us have developed survival strategies that disconnect us from our true nature. Whether we were impacted through subtle experiences of oppression or more insidious forms of overt abuse, the resulting impact often shows up as dis-ease, dissatisfaction, and general life struggles.
My work is to support people in gently unraveling these patterns in order to rebuild a more grounded, authentic, and empowering sense of self. But first, and more importantly, I am here as an ally— no shame and no judgement.
As hard and hopeless as these times can feel, I also know the human experience has the potential for profound vulnerability, intimacy, genuine care, and love. I've seen how plants, music, dance, movement, art, embrace, presence, animals and nature can pierce through and expand our hearts in an instant.
Credentials and Experience
I graduated with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology in 2018 from Saint Martins University. I have worked in several social work and mental health settings specializing in substance use disorders, domestic violence, sexual assault, trauma and houselessness. Along with being a licensed mental health professional, I have also completed a native plant medicine apprenticeship, achieved a masters level in reiki, years of astrological study and mentorship as well as, other forms of alternative healing. If you are interested in incorporating astrology into our work, please indicate so on your intake form.
Areas of Focus
Anxiety
Depression
Oppression
Life Transitions
Existential Questions
Relationship Issues
Parenthood
Pregnancy + Postpartum
Spirituality
Trauma
Life Direction
My approach
I like to start with a free 15 minute consultation to make sure we are a good fit. The therapeutic alliance is an essential base for meaningful work. I prioritize the development of a container that feels safe, nonjudgemental, and free of shame. You are the expert of your experience and through our work together you will gain a greater sense of connection to your innate wisdom, intuition and connection to your body’s intelligence. I focus on mindfulness based therapy, anti-oppression theory, communication skills, conflict resolution and inner attunement.