Gabrielle Avitabile

Gabrielle Avitabile, MSW, LCSW, is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of life changes. Recognizing that fear can often hold people back, she believes in the power of courage to guide them to the fulfilling lives they deserve. Gabrielle understands that challenges related to work, school, family, and health can be overwhelming, and if left unaddressed, can impact other aspects of life. With a positive approach, she assists her clients in exploring effective paths to manage these tests and transitions. Gabrielle works with individuals making both small adjustments and significant transformations, emphasizing that the extent of change is a matter of perspective. Her extensive clinical experience in community and hospital settings, combined with her education in social work, equips her to help clients focus on the areas of their lives that require attention and care. Gabrielle has a diverse range of experiences, having worked with children, adolescents, and adults. She has a particular passion for supporting mothers and mothers-to-be, which inspired her to pursue specialized training in maternal mental health. Gabrielle also brings her expertise in trauma-informed counseling, having worked with child victims of sexual abuse and their families, including facilitating family reconnections and reunifications. Additionally, her bilingualism in Spanish and bicultural background enrich her therapeutic practice, allowing her to connect with a broader community.