The journey towards healing starts here.
Gabriela O’Shea
LPC, CTP, CGP
My Journey
Before becoming a licensed therapist, I had started my career post-grad as a clothing designer in Philadelphia. After nearly 5 years in the industry, I had a moment of clarity, realizing that fashion was not something I felt passionately about. Soon after, I left my job and followed my heart into the world of mental health.
I went on to earn my M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology from Temple University in 2022, started a private practice, and have been loving my career ever since.
In my free time, I still love designing and recreating my thrifted finds into new pieces. I also love attending concerts, crafting, and spending time with my 2 year old son.
My Approach
As your therapist, my goal is to help you uncover a deeper understanding of yourself and make changes to improve your overall mood, quality of relationships, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. My approach to therapy is to answer three questions: What is happening? Why is it happening? Is there anything we can do to change it? I aim to create a space where people can both talk about the problems they’re facing, and leave my office feeling more equipped to tackle them.
My therapy method is integrative, meaning I use more than one modality to help you reach your goals. For each individual, I take into consideration their problem, their personality, and their comfort level to determine what approach would be appropriate.
As a relational therapist, the connection I have with clients is a priority and something I give extra attention to. I relate to people through shared interests and humor, allowing them to see me as a human, not just a therapist.
Specialties
While not limited to these concerns, much of my work involves helping those with:
Anxiety and Stress
Attachment Wounds, Patterns, and Behaviors
Relational Concerns
Low Self-Esteem
ADHD
Depression
Complex Trauma
My focus as a therapist is to help you better understand your own self, challenge you to reach the goals that you set for yourself, and to be a trusted support cheering you on along the way. To find out more about your session, please visit the about page.
Providing you with a safe space
My practice is trauma informed and welcoming of all identities. My office is equipped with coffee and tea, pillows and blankets, and endless fidgets to help make the space comfortable for you.
In-person and remote options
My office space is located in East Falls at the Sherman Mills complex, just a short walk from Kelly Drive. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – teletherapy is always an option.
