Gabby Beltran
Associate Therapist
AMFT #157232
I'm so glad you're here. Asking for help isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to go through things alone. As someone who values connection and authenticity, my goal is to offer a supportive space where you can feel grounded, understood, and capable of navigating life’s challenges.
My clinical training as a middle school counselor shaped my passion for working with children and teens, though I also enjoy supporting adults through life’s many transitions. I take a strengths-based, person-centered approach while considering the broader systems—like family, school, and community—that influence each person’s experience. I believe meaningful change happens when we look not just at the individual, but at the root causes and the bigger picture. I often draw from CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and other integrative techniques to support emotional regulation, insight, and resilience. As a former collegiate athlete, I understand the unique pressures of performance, identity, and life after sport. I also have experience working with neurodivergent individuals in non-clinical settings and strive to create a space where neurodiversity is respected and supported. No matter your background or where you are in your journey, I’m here to help you feel seen, supported, and capable of moving forward.
Gabby works with Children, Teens, and Adults. Gabby specializes in working with clients navigating Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Identity Exploration, School-related Stress, Performance Pressure, and Navigating Complex Family Dynamics (individual therapy only). She also has experience supporting student-athletes and neurodivergent individuals.
Gabby received her Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
Gabby is available to take clients virtually anywhere in CA or in-person in our Santa Monica or Redondo Beach offices.
One thing I wish clients knew before starting their journey is…
That there’s no right or wrong way to do it. Just showing up and being open is already a big step. Therapy looks different for everyone, and it’s okay to take it at your own pace. Sometimes it feels uncomfortable or slow, and that’s normal but growth takes time, and being patient and kind with yourself is part of the process.
My hobbies or interests that help me stay balanced and grounded outside of my work are…
I love staying active — whether that’s lifting weights, going on a run, or playing basketball. I’m in a basketball league right now, which brings out my competitive side and is honestly just a lot of fun. On the flip side, one of my favorite ways to reset is taking sunset walks by the beach with friends or even alone listening to music.
Something about my background or life journey that influences my approach to therapy is…
Coming from a Latinx, first-generation background and growing up as an athlete, I was surrounded by environments where emotions were often suppressed or pushed aside. That experience has deeply shaped my approach to therapy as I understand how uncomfortable it can feel to open up or even know where to start. With that, I focus on creating a space that feels comfortable, supportive, and low-pressure. There’s no expectation to have it all figured out and we can take things minute by minute, and just showing up is more than enough.
I support clients in achieving long-term growth and change by…
Helping clients build self-awareness and recognize the strengths they already have, even if they don’t see them yet. I believe change really sticks when we understand not just our internal world, but also the systems and environments we’re part of. I meet clients where they’re at, checking in on what’s working (or not), and creating space for reflection without pressure. A reminder that progress isn’t linear and doesn’t have to be perfect!