Gabriela Ortega, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Gabriela is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Gabriela is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
More about Gabriela
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Welcome! I know early adulthood can be a lot. Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure about what you’re “supposed” to be doing is more common than you think. I work with young adults (18–25) navigating life transitions, anxiety, and depression, offering a supportive, down-to-earth space to talk things through and build practical tools for everyday life. You don’t have to have it all figured out to start therapy—just a willingness to show up. Life is easier when you don’t have to go through it alone.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Gabriela Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255952982.
- LMHC · Florida · MH22673 · Renews March 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gabriela Ortega offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Gabriela Ortega works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Gabriela Ortega speak?
Gabriela Ortega speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Gabriela Ortega have?
Gabriela Ortega has 3 years of experience.
Where is Gabriela Ortega licensed to practice?
Gabriela Ortega is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Gabriela Ortega accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Gabriela Ortega accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Gabriela Ortega accept insurance?
Yes, Gabriela Ortega accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Gabriela Ortega accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Gabriela Ortega does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Gabriela Ortega offer?
Gabriela Ortega offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Gabriela Ortega?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.