Andie San Gabriel, MA, APCC, Mental Health Clinician

Andie is a Licensed Associate Counselor at Joy.

Andie (they/them/theirs or she/her/hers) is a Licensed Associate Counselor of Joy Mental Fitness, which has locations in Jersey City, New Jersey, and Boston, Massachusetts. Andie also provides telehealth services to patients throughout New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. 

Personal Journey

As a young queer Filipino, I believe that each aspect of an individual’s identity and their unique intersections shape how they feel and experience the world, highlighting the rich diversity within every personal journey. I aim to help clients reconnect with and understand themselves in the multitude of contexts in which they live their lives, fostering a deeper appreciation for their own narratives.

Therapeutic Approach

I strive to foster a safe environment for clients to explore whatever they choose to bring to the room, ensuring that every session is a sanctuary for genuine expression and growth. Together, we will collaborate in creating plans and strategies to help you work towards achieving your goals, navigate your healing journey, approach your feelings, behaviors, and thoughts, and strengthen your sense of self, all while celebrating each step of progress.

Clinical Framework

My theoretical framework includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as strength-based therapy to hone in on your interests, resourcefulness, and best qualities to help develop your coping skills and strategies, empowering you to harness your inner strengths. I am also guided by principles of trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and gender-affirming care, providing a holistic and inclusive approach to support diverse needs.