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Hello hello! I'm Gabbey :) I am honored to walk alongside my clients, seeking to help them feel more grounded, connected, and understood. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across both inpatient and outpatient settings. These experiences strengthened my passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. While I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan, I am especially passionate about supporting adults navigating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, LGBTQ+ identities, and immigration and first-generation experiences.
Together, we will explore what you hope to achieve through counseling, and how I can best support you. Using an integration of different approaches, my session structures are flexible to meet your needs. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the counseling process and I aim to reflect that in my approach to your care.
We all need support and a safe space at some point in our lives. Even if you’re unsure whether counseling is right for you, please reach out to learn more about how we may play a role in your wellbeing. I look forward to connecting with you! También hablo español!
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Embracing Wellness, PLLC

Washington, DC 20002

(410) 847-7136
My website
Please reach out regarding scheduling, my availability is flexible!
I specialize in Life Transitions, Grief and LGBTQ+ 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (410) 847-7136
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Embracing Wellness, PLLC

Washington, DC 20002

(410) 847-7136
My website
Please reach out regarding scheduling, my availability is flexible!
I specialize in Life Transitions, Grief and LGBTQ+ 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $185
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Optum
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
  • Out of Network
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Please reach out with any questions about insurance or to inquire about sliding scale eligibility. We aim to make mental health support as accessible as possible.
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Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
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Please reach out with any questions about insurance or to inquire about sliding scale eligibility. We aim to make mental health support as accessible as possible.
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Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
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Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by LaShauna Dean (Maryland / LC18040) Gabriela Montes
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended Johns Hopkins University, M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2026
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with American Counseling Association 6676521 / 2025
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I am a Licensed Graduate Counselor in both DC and Maryland. I'm looking forward to connecting with you :)
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Gabriela Montes
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I am a Licensed Graduate Counselor in both DC and Maryland. I'm looking forward to connecting with you :)
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Gabriela Montes
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Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I have experience supporting people through various concerns and life transitions. No matter what brings you into counseling, my goal is to ensure you feel heard and supported through your journey toward wellness and fulfillment.
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
or call with questions - (410) 847-7136
"
I have experience supporting people through various concerns and life transitions. No matter what brings you into counseling, my goal is to ensure you feel heard and supported through your journey toward wellness and fulfillment.
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
or call with questions - (410) 847-7136

2 Endorsements

Tayona Alyse Iannitti
Tayona Alyse Iannitti
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalBS
Gabriela is one of the most passionate, intelligent, and supportive professionals I know. She inspiringly encompasses the qualities of a strong counselor. She is also a true activist; her helping nature extends far beyond clinical settings.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Multicultural
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I have most experience using ACT and DBT in my practice. These approaches help make difficult or painful circumstances less debilitating, empowering you to protect your quality of life even when you're thrown curveballs.
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
or call with questions - (410) 847-7136
"
I have most experience using ACT and DBT in my practice. These approaches help make difficult or painful circumstances less debilitating, empowering you to protect your quality of life even when you're thrown curveballs.
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
or call with questions - (410) 847-7136

Location

Primary Location

Embracing Wellness, PLLC

Washington, DC 20002

(410) 847-7136
"
Please reach out regarding scheduling, my availability is flexible!
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Take the first step to help. Call now - (410) 847-7136
"
Please reach out regarding scheduling, my availability is flexible!
Photo of Gabriela Montes, Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Gabriela Montes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MS
Take the first step to help. Call now - (410) 847-7136