John Valenzuela

My communication style

My communication style is casual, friendly, and honest. I want clients to feel comfortable talking to me. Therapy should feel like a conversation and not like an interview. I am straightforward with clients, yet always supportive, caring, and judgment-free in my approach.

My journey to mental healthcare

I decided to become a therapist both to help others as well as to pay forward the help I have received in my own life. I truly believe in the worth and value of each person. We all need some help and support from time to time, and we all deserve to have a place where we can be seen and heard.

My goals for you

Therapy is about moving toward the client's goals, not the therapist's. Some clients have their goals outlined and ready. Others have an idea of what they want but could use help exploring options. The process starts by building trust and getting comfortable with therapy.

Our first session

What you can expect from our first session together is for us to spend the majority of the time talking about how you have been feeling lately and exploring what has brought you to counseling. The first session is about building an initial connection, as well as an opportunity for me to get a sense of what you expect from therapy.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White, Hispanic or Latinx, Biracial or Multiracial
• Spiritual