In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In the initial session, Juan will conduct an extensive clinical evaluation to gain a thorough understanding of your needs and determine how his support can best align with your goals. After completing the evaluation, Juan will collaborate with you to establish clear treatment goals, ensuring you are both on the same page. He kindly asks that clients select a date and time they can commit to consistently. Please take a moment to review his practice policies below: Practice Policies: Therapy is a unique and collaborative relationship, and just like any meaningful relationship, it works best when both people understand and respect certain boundaries and expectations. These guidelines are designed to help us create a safe, productive, and respectful environment where real growth can take place. 1. Time is Valuable—for Both of Us Time is one of our most valuable resources, and I make it a priority to begin and end sessions promptly. I kindly ask that you do the same. Sessions are scheduled for 53–55 minutes. If you’re running late, please note that I’m only able to wait up to five minutes past the scheduled start time to ensure fairness to the next client. After that, the session will be considered a missed appointment, and the late cancellation fee will apply. 2. Cancellations and Rescheduling No one wants to incur a late cancellation fee, and clients sometimes feel it’s unfair—often asking what happens if a therapist cancels. Simply put, if I cancel, I don’t get paid. Therefore, the consequences of cancelling, especially late cancellations, are mutual. My schedule—and livelihood—depend on being present for the clients I serve. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let me know as early as possible. Advance notice allows me to offer that time to another client who may be waiting for an opening. As outlined in our agreement, last-minute cancellations or missed appointments are subject to fees. By giving timely notice, you may also be helping another person who truly needs that session—your thoughtfulness can make a meaningful difference in someone else’s care. 3. Being Present and Engaged To get the most out of our work together, it's important that we both show up fully present. Please silence or put away your phone and be ready to start on time. This helps us make the most of every minute we have. If you plan to connect via phone, please ensure you phone is set on "Do Not Disturb" to avoid any unnecessary interruptions. 4. No Therapy While Driving For safety reasons, sessions cannot take place while you're driving or riding in a moving vehicle. Aside from being a legal risk due to distracted driving, it also places me in a potentially difficult legal position should an accident occur. If you’re on the move, we’ll need to reschedule. 5. Privacy and a Quiet Setting A calm, private space is essential for meaningful therapeutic work. If there's a lot of background noise or frequent interruptions, we may need to pause or reschedule the session. This includes disruptions from children, pets, or other people unless their presence is intentionally part of the session. If anyone else is in the room with you, please let me know at the start. 6. Your Autonomy Matters I may offer suggestions or perspectives during our work together, but ultimately, you’re in the driver’s seat. You always have the choice to accept or decline anything I propose. The only exception is if there’s a concern about your safety or the safety of someone else—then I may need to step in more firmly. 7. For Couples: It’s a Team Effort In couples therapy, the goal isn’t to find out who’s “right” or “wrong.” I’m not here to take sides or act as a referee. Instead, I’ll encourage both of you to explore how each person contributes to the relationship dynamic. Meaningful change happens when both partners are willing to reflect and grow together. 8. Respectful Communication Therapy is a space built on mutual respect. I will always speak to you with kindness and professionalism, and I ask for the same in return. Yelling, name-calling, or aggressive behavior undermines the work we’re doing and will not be tolerated. 9. Professional Boundaries If at any point I feel that a client is behaving inappropriately or crossing professional boundaries, I reserve the right to end the therapeutic relationship. My priority is to maintain a safe and respectful environment for everyone.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Many clients describe Juan as someone they feel they can talk to like a trusted, supportive, and non-judgmental friend who truly understands. His primary aim is to help clients achieve meaningful results and ultimately empower them to graduate from therapy. Juan firmly believes that an effective therapist's role is to teach clients how to become their own therapists, fostering independence so they no longer need ongoing professional support throughout their lives.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

His expertise lies in assisting clients dealing with relationship/marital conflicts, anger management issues, male sex/porn addiction (both heterosexual and homosexual), open relationships, teaching conflict resolution and effective communication skills, navigating difficult family members, depression and anxiety. He firmly believes that you are the author of your own life story and possess unique strengths that can help you overcome any obstacles you may face.