Jose Juarez, LCP — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Jose!

I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is that there has to be collaboration between the client and their provider to meet the client's needs. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist specializing in mental health-related challenges associated with the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities.

My focus

I specialize in BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals, BDSM, Kink, Polyamory, sex workers, and CNM who cannot find providers who understand their needs and concerns. I treat anxiety, panic, PTSD, depression, grief, and sexual health-related concerns such as sexual health disorders in men and women.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help you understand patterns, manage emotions, and develop practical skills. As a certified sex therapist, I create a safe space to explore sexual health concerns without judgment.

My communication style

I am a validating, empathetic listener, and I want you to feel supported. That sometimes means that I will call out the elephant in the room and hold you accountable to working towards your goals, towards building a life worth living.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began when I realized there were very few providers of color in my community who understood the nuances of Latin-American and LGBTQIA+ experiences. I became the provider I wished existed for my communities.

My goals for you

Goal setting is important. I like to work collaboratively with patients to develop goals and tailor them to each patient's unique needs. Goals are usually identified and defined within the first two sessions.

Our first session

The first session covers policies, confidentiality, and logistics. We'll discuss what brought you to therapy and the goals you want to accomplish. Together, we'll develop a plan for your treatment that feels right for you.

I identify as...

Male
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian, Non-denominational

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Sex Therapy

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Sex-Positive/Kink

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Educational Psychology from Alliant International University, a Master of Science (MS) in School Psychology from National University and a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage & Family Therapy from National University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jose Juarez