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Gabriel Martinez

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Gabriel Martinez, MA, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor
(469) 333-6163

As a faith-based Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I offer Christian counseling for individuals and couples dealing with a variety of issues and concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, grief, relationship issues, and much more. I will work with you to identify the root cause of your struggles, then take steps to develop a customized treatment plan based on your personal needs, goals, and values. We will also rely on the wisdom of Scripture to seek the Lord’s answers to the troubles and frustrations you face. With empathy, patience, and grace, I will walk with you on the path toward recovery and transformation.

Laredo - Mon, Tue & WedOnline Counseling - Mon, Tue & Wed

About

One of my goals as your counselor is to help you find healing and wholeness in every area of your life – physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. No matter what challenges you may be facing, you will not be alone. With God’s guidance and direction through Christian counseling, you can experience lasting, positive change. I am committed to listening to your story and working with you to identify the best path forward for you to become the best that you can be, with the Lord’s help and grace.

My Goal as a Christian Counselor

One of my goals as your counselor is to assist you with your personal and spiritual growth. My hope is that through our sessions you will gain practical tools that will benefit you throughout your life, including the ability to manage your emotions, have more power over your life, overcome adversity, choose what is best for you, take responsibility, not lose hope, and most importantly, have faith in God.

What I Offer in Christian Counseling

I offer a place where you are welcome to be yourself. I will listen intently to your story, provide emotional support, and collaborate with you to seek the truth. As your counselor, I will work with you to develop skills and tools that will assist in your growth and help you overcome your challenges. If you are comfortable doing so, I will open and close our sessions with prayer.

My Approach to Christian Counseling

My practice is guided by my belief in Christ; I consider myself to be a mere tool for our Lord’s work. When taking a Christian approach to counseling, the benefits are endless. By incorporating the Word of God and His teachings into our counseling sessions, we have the beautiful opportunity to be led by Him and have His assistance more ever-present than in regular, non-Christian counseling.

A faith-based approach to counseling allows us to look at Scripture and delve into it to extract its profound wisdom and guidance. Taking a Christian approach will also assist in spiritual growth and allow us to experience life in new ways while having the comfort of our Lord and Savior.

Biography

Qualifications & Experience

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in business management and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, both from Texas A&M International University.

My Call to Christian Counseling

Toward the end of my Bachelor’s degree, I found myself with considerable internal struggles and questions. Though this was a difficult experience, it started me on a beautiful journey. I turned to psychology to find some answers. This journey led me to find the work of Carl Jung, Alfred Adler, and Carl Rogers. Consequently, this steered me to search for psychology professors who knew more than I did. Fortunately, they were eager to help me, and I learned much from them. Through their mentorship and support, I was able to make the significant decision to become a counselor. My aim was and is to help those who are struggling with mental health and spiritual growth.

More About Me/On a Personal Note

I enjoy spending time with people. I also enjoy reading and doing outdoor activities such as running, tennis, hiking, and biking. I am always eager to learn. I volunteer with community services that assist my local town. I also love to travel, and enjoy exploring different cultures.

Services and Specialities

Areas of Expertise/Specialties

  • Abandonment and Neglect
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Coaching
  • Couples Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Counseling
  • Grief and Loss
  • Individual Counseling
  • Infidelity and Affairs
  • Lifespan Integration
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Men’s Issues
  • Online Counseling
  • Personal Development
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Professional Development
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex and Porn Addiction
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spiritual Development
  • Trauma
  • Women’s Issues

Anxiety

We will work together to manage and reduce your symptoms of anxiety. Together we will take steps to identify the root of your anxiety. We will explore all the types of anxiety you might have and ultimately get to a point where you are the one managing the anxiety, not the anxiety controlling you.

Depression

If symptoms of depression have led you to counseling, you will not be alone to face it. We will work together to get you to a better place than ever before. In our work together, we will discover the root cause or causes of the depression or symptoms. We will learn tools to overcome the challenges that have caused many conflicting feelings. Collectively we will discover ways to manage those symptoms but to ultimately be able to heal and grow.

Individual Counseling

As your counselor, I will aim to help you grow in all aspects of your life. We will work together to learn new tools that will aid you in this journey of life. You will be supported and listened to. In our sessions together, we will gain new insights about your life and learn how to accept and let go of many things that might affect you. Jointly we will work together toward healing and improving our psychospiritual health.

Men’s Issues

As your counselor, I will assist you with the struggles you are going through. As men, the world is very different. We have unique roles to fulfill and unique responsibilities, not only for our families but for society as well. While we work together, we will learn how to be the best man possible, with God’s help. We will explore all of the issues that may have kept you down and will work to grow in new ways, relying on the Lord for direction and guidance.

Relationship Issues

In our work together we will identify the struggles you are facing in your relationship. We will learn new things about relationships and how to not only be successful in one, but to thrive and enjoy it. Together we will delve into your relationship issues and find the causes and solutions to the problems. Whether it’s the beginning, middle, or end of a relationship, we will work together to get through the obstacles.

Payment and Forms

Sessions: I offer 53-minute sessions. Sessions can be held more than once per week, weekly, or every other week. Scheduling options are discussed in greater detail during your Risk-Free Initial Session.

Availability (by office location):

  • Laredo – Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
  • Online Counseling – Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals, couples, and families looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment, the full fee per session is required at the time of service.

Insurance: As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), most insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out of Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover individuals and couples.

Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Payment options: Cash, Check, or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express). A fee of up to 4% per transaction may be added for credit card payments.

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