Therapist in Claremont, California Gabriela L Jerez, Therapist

Gabriela Jerez, LMFT, is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care to individuals, couples, and families across California. She specializes in helping adolescents and adults navigate life’s challenges, offering a supportive space to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. Whether guiding teens through school-related stress or assisting adults in overcoming past wounds, Gabriela tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client.

With a particular focus on ADHD, PTSD/trauma, and childhood behavior issues, Gabriela is passionate about helping individuals build resilience and develop healthy coping strategies. She works closely with children, adolescents, and young adults, fostering emotional growth and stability while addressing underlying issues that impact daily life. Her expertise extends to supporting individuals in the foster care and probation systems, understanding the unique struggles they face and providing a therapeutic environment that promotes healing and empowerment.

Gabriela integrates a range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Family Therapy. She also incorporates faith-based treatment for those who seek a spiritual component in their healing process. Her work with couples and families emphasizes strengthening relationships, improving communication, and resolving conflicts in a meaningful and lasting way.

As a first-generation Latina, Gabriela is deeply committed to increasing awareness and access to mental health services within the Latino community. She strives to honor the beauty of her culture while providing support in navigating its challenges. She is fluent in Spanish, allowing her to offer therapy in a way that is culturally responsive and linguistically accessible.

Outside of her professional life, Gabriela has a deep passion for music and dance. With a background in vocal performance and a decade of experience in various dance genres, she finds joy in creative expression.