Gabriela Romo

I was born in Mexico and became an immigrant at age 27 when I left Mexico to live abroad. I’ve always loved helping. Before I became a therapist, I worked in the development sector in Mexico and the United Kingdom. Although I really enjoyed it, I realized that I was not getting the satisfaction of seeing the impact of my work in people’s daily lives. Now my commitment is to help people directly, that’s why I perform psychosocial evaluations and provide treatment to the most common disorders people suffer from (e.g. depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder) when they have been through domestic violence, a possible family separation, or deportation or any type

of traumatic situation.

• Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Johns Hopkins University (Honors)
• Master's Degree in Development Studies, University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS)
• Postgraduate degree in Psychodynamic Counseling, University of Oxford (Honors)
  
  Licensed in Maryland: Licensed Clinical Profesional Counseling (LCPC) LC6800 (active)

• Approved Clinical Supervisor for LGPCs (1685) (active)
  

• Founder and President of Latinamente, a non-profit organization to strengthen and assist vulnerable Latinos 
• Vice Chair  of the Board of Directors at Everstand
• National Certified Counselor 
• Community Advisory Committee member at Polidore
• Vice President Alumni Universidad Iberoamerica, Somos Ibero en el Mundo

Recipient of the Ohtli award 2024 for her contribution to the Mexican community. The Ohtli award is the highest recognition the Mexican government gives to a Mexican living abroad.  

Recognized as a Latina Leader by the Montgomery County Council in 2025 during the Hispanic Heritage celebrations.

Author of the book: Undocumented Journeys: Voices of the Central American Diaspora. All sales go to free therapy for those who cannot afford it.