Gabriela Leyva, MA, LPC, Highland Park, IL

About Gabriela Leyva

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Anxiety

Couples Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Sinhalese

Getting to know Gabriela Leyva

Gabriela Leyva is a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health, dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health care to individuals, couples, and families across Illinois. With over 16 years of experience, she helps children, adolescents, and adults navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Gabriela understands that seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and she strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience. Gabriela has extensive experience working with individuals facing ADHD, PTSD, and grief, supporting them in understanding their emotions and developing practical strategies to improve daily functioning. She also specializes in couples therapy, helping partners strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and navigate relational challenges. In addition, she is passionate about working with clients struggling with sleep disorders and chronic pain, using tailored interventions to promote long-term well-being. A strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Gabriela has worked with a broad range of populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, those on the autism spectrum, and BIPOC communities. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques to support personal growth and self-acceptance. Whether working with children, adolescents, or adults, Gabriela takes a culturally sensitive approach that honors each clientâ€™s background and experiences. Beyond her clinical work, Gabriela enjoys cycling, painting, meditating, and traveling. She believes in the power of creativity and mindfulness to support emotional well-being, both in therapy and everyday life.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office locations

Gabriela Leyva, MA, LPC also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance - Illinois 2 (1 of 2)

175 E Hawthorn Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

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Lifestance - Illinois 2 (2 of 2)

581 Elm Pl, Ste 110, Highland Park, IL 60035

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance - Illinois 2

Education and training

DePaul University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1568141448

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What practice does Gabriela Leyva work with?

Gabriela Leyva works with Lifestance - Illinois 2.

Where is Gabriela Leyva's office located?

Gabriela Leyva has 4 office locations, including in Highland Park and Vernon Hills, view full addresses on Gabriela Leyva's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gabriela Leyva?

Gabriela Leyva frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Gabriela Leyva on their profile.