- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Acceptance and commitment
- Existential questions
About Juan
Juan Martell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with six years of clinical experience. He works with adults and older teens who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-doubt, and questions about meaning and purpose. He also helps people facing grief, stress, and struggles with self-esteem, including issues of guilt and shame.
Juan uses practical tools alongside conversations about values. He blends cognitive behavioral ideas for concrete skills, acceptance and commitment concepts for living with difficult thoughts and feelings, and existential work for questions about identity and purpose. Sessions focus on noticing patterns that keep someone stuck - overthinking, avoidance, or a harsh inner critic - and practicing manageable changes between meetings.
In a typical session Juan speaks plainly and avoids clinical jargon. He aims to leave people with one or two things they can try during the week rather than only insight. He describes himself as direct and relatable, showing up as a real person in conversation.
He offers work in both English and Spanish and practices in Florida. Outside of clinical work he writes a children’s mental health book series and creates psychology content on social media. That background informs a practical, down-to-earth approach to talking about feelings and behavior.
People considering him can expect a mix of skill-building and questions about what matters to them. The work centers on small, sustainable changes and clearer direction about next steps.
Approaches you can use in online sessions
Juan often combines cognitive behavioral methods, acceptance and commitment ideas, and existential questions. Cognitive-behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thinking and practicing concrete skills to change behavior. These methods can help with anxiety, mood challenges, and repetitive thought patterns. Acceptance and commitment concepts teach ways to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while deciding what matters most in daily life. This can be useful for guilt, shame, and avoidance. Existential work asks direct questions about meaning, purpose, and identity to help people clarify the life they want to build.Choosing the right mix is part of the process. Juan will collaborate with each person to see what fits their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques as needed. The first sessions are often used to try an approach and then refine it based on what feels practical and helpful.
Session formats are not detailed in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that remote sessions help them maintain consistency and apply skills between meetings without changing their daily routine.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and related issues including guilt and shame.
How would he approach feelings of shame or guilt?
He combines practical skill building with values-focused conversations to notice unhelpful patterns and try manageable changes in daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience as a practicing clinician.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) and works in Florida.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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