Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 17 ratings

Gabriella Cuaderes

LCSW, 8 years of experience

Frequently rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Virtual
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Hello! My name is Gabriella and I am a queer and multi-ethnic Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My work is centered on the belief that healing happens in community and that we each have the capacity to thrive when in supportive and uplifting environments. I am a trauma-informed and focused therapist, meaning that I aim to acknowledge and explore the ways that traumatic experiences have impacted my clients, all while focusing on the strengths, wisdom and resources each client possesses.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, a client can expect for me to introduce myself, my role and provide psycho-education on the therapeutic process. I will be assessing various aspects of your life (mainly in area of family upbringing, history with therapy, medical/medication and culture). We will discuss what your goals are for therapy and what you hope to "get out of therapy."

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I believe in the power of generational strength, wisdom and guidance. I am passionate about supporting others in the healing the wounds of intergenerational trauma caused by racism, sexism, classism, homophobia, transphobia and colonial exploitation.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with people who are passionate about their healing process and need someone with an empathetic, warm and non-judgmental approach. I find that I work best with people who are open to somatic healing methods (such as EMDR, EFT and mindfulness) and are BIPOC, queer, neurodivergent, highly sensitive and/or survivors of childhood trauma.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 17 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

May 5, 2025

Not only is Ms. Cuaderes kind and direct, but she also makes the therapy process go smoothly and helps open the door in my mind to heal trauma. I am very grateful to have met her.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 67 with Gabriella

April 25, 2025

Gabriella is amazing. She's a great listener, very easy to talk to, hilarious, kind, understanding, empathetic, and has great insights. I was really sad to lose my previous therapist and worried I wouldn't find someone else who fit as well, but I've been seeing Gabriella for almost 2 years now, and I feel like my previous therapist switching out of my network is the best thing that could've happened.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 78 with Gabriella

March 14, 2025

An exciting start to a new journey.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Gabriella

About Gabriella Cuaderes

I identify as

Asian / Asian American

Specialties

Trauma and PTSD

Serves ages

Children (6 to 12)

Address

4316 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, D

Appointments

Virtual & in-person

My treatment methods

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

I aim to practice cultural humility, always being a learner of my client's specific experiences within the context of their cultural upbringing and chosen cultural practices.

EMDR

I began training in EMDR in 2020. I am now an EMDR certified therapist.

Gender-affirming therapy

I will honor the gender you tell me you are. I will respect your inherent dignity as a person.

Trauma Informed Care

I acknowledge that each of us have experienced frightening, hurtful and damaging experiences. I take this into consideration when working with people. I assume that trust needs to be built with a client. I aim to stay attuned to my clients to be aware of ways trauma shows up in their body.