Gabriela

Ms Gabriela Rios-Martinez

Therapist / Counselor (Qualifying)

“In therapy, I work to create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which healing and self-exploration can occur.”

About Me

In therapy, I work to create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which healing and self-exploration can occur. I understand that finding a space where you feel truly heard is vital. Together, we can gently explore your thoughts and feelings, making sense of experiences without pressure. My aim is for you to feel comfortable sharing openly, discovering new insights at your own pace. This collaborative approach helps individuals find clarity and a path forward.

Approach

Sessions tend to unfold at a pace you set, with attention to what feels most pressing so the work stays manageable and grounded. I see clients in Gaithersburg and online in English, and I prioritize clear continuity between meetings so insights carry into daily life. In session we use brief experiments, focused reflection, and practical strategies tailored to attention, anxiety, identity, and relationship patterns, with gentle check-ins between sessions when helpful. People navigating transitions, questions about identity, or struggles with focus often find this paced, practical collaboration useful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Families

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Identity Issues

    A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

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Professional Title:

  • Therapist / Counselor (Qualifying)

Credentials

Registrations

Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists (MD-BOPCT)

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)

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Qualifications

Johns Hopkins University

Service Areas

New Beginnings Psych

In-person & Online

Washington, Maryland

United States

Gaithersburg, United States