Johnny Valera Jr

My communication style

My communication style is warm, open, and grounded in compassion, with a little humor when it's welcome. I prioritize creating a low-pressure environment where you feel seen, respected, and able to move at your own pace. I value transparency and invite open dialogue to ensure therapy always feels collaborative and aligned with your goals.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist was deeply influenced by my lived experience as a member of the Queer and Latinx community, where I witnessed firsthand the gaps in access to culturally responsive and affirming care. I became a therapist to create the kinds of spaces I once longed for—spaces rooted in compassion, advocacy, and real connection.

My goals for you

I hope clients leave therapy with a greater sense of self-acceptance and love. My goal is to create an environment that reduces shame, helps you recognize your strengths, and fosters authentic self-expression. I prioritize championing and challenging you to reflect on your experiences and how they impact your future.

Our first session

Our first session is about getting to know each other. I'll invite you to share what brings you to therapy, explore your hopes for our work, and ask questions to guide the process. It's a gentle conversation where we build trust and set the tone for a relationship centered in safety, curiosity, and growth.

I identify as...

• Male
• Hispanic or Latinx
• Agnostic