Dr Juan Counseling Services

Connect with Your True Self & Finally Break Free from:

✔ Frustrating Self-Defeating Habits

✔ Relentless Negative Thinking

✔ Excessive Worry & Anxiety

✔ Painful Relationship Patterns

You don’t have to keep feeling stuck in the same old patterns.

Imagine feeling confident in who you are, at peace in your mind, and deeply connected in your relationships.

Therapy can give you the clarity, support, and tools you need to create lasting change—from the inside out.

It’s time to come home to yourself—and build a life that feels peaceful, aligned, and truly your own.

You’ve Tried to Push Through, But the Same Struggles Keep Coming Back.

Some days feel manageable—until something triggers you. Suddenly, you’re stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or emotional exhaustion.

You might:

✔ Get stuck in negative thinking and excessive worry
✔ Struggle with self-defeating habits that hold you back
✔ Feel unheard or disconnected in your relationships
✔ Keep repeating the same patterns—even when you know they aren’t working

But here’s the truth: These struggles don’t define you.

You can break free—and therapy can help.

Connecting with the Right Therapist Can Be a Game Changer

Break Free from the Patterns That Keep You Stuck:

Quiet negative thinking and excessive worry — so you can move through life with more calm, clarity, and confidence

Improve communication and relationships — so you feel truly heard, understood, and connected

Build healthier habits and routines — to support your emotional well-being, now and long term

Ways We Can Work Together

💡 Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re stuck in self-defeating habits, overwhelmed by negative thinking, navigating relationship challenges—or all of the above—I offer therapy that’s tailored to create real, lasting change.

Break free from self-defeating habits & negative thought patterns
Manage stress, excessive worry, and overthinking
Build emotional resilience & create a mindset that supports your growth

🔹 Couples Therapy

Improve communication & break unhealthy cycles
Navigate conflict with emotional intelligence & empathy
Strengthen trust & rebuild emotional connection

🔹 Premarital Counseling

Build a strong foundation before marriage or moving in together
Align on key life areasfinances, family, values, and more
Learn relationship skills that support long-term love and teamwork

What You Get When You Work With Me:

Therapy with me is a judgment-free space where we don’t just talk—we take action to create real transformation. My approach blends deep emotional healing with practical tools, so you leave each session with clear steps forward.

Dr. Juan B Pena, Ph.D., LCSW

🔹 Break Free from Negative Thinking & Excessive Worry

✔ Shift out of overthinking, self-doubt, and stress with proven tools that calm your mind and build confidence.

🔹 Improve Relationships & Communication

✔ Learn how to express your needs, navigate conflict, and deepen emotional connection—without falling back into old patterns

🔹 Heal & Reconnect with Your True Self

✔ Stop reacting from past wounds or fear—and start responding with clarity, confidence, and self-trust.

🔹 Culturally Attuned Therapy for POC & Bicultural Individuals

✔ Work with someone who truly understands the pressures of navigating two cultures, family expectations, and being a Person of Color in challenging spaces

🔹 Break Dysfunctional Patterns & Create Favorable Conditions for Growth

✔ Identify and change self-defeating habits that keep you stuck
✔ Build intentional routines around sleep, movement, mindfulness, and emotional regulation—so change becomes sustainable, not just temporary

🔹 Insurance-Friendly & Transparent Pricing

✔ I accept Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, Optum, Oscar, UMR, and other major plans
✔ Most copays range from $0–$60 per session
✔ I use services like Alma and Headway to verify your benefits upfront and help us navigate the insurance system together

How it Works: The Cultivating Favorable Conditions Process

Healing takes time, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. My approach gives you the structure, support, and tools to break free from what’s holding you back—one step at a time.

🔹 Step 1: Book Your Free 45-Minute Consultation

✔️ We’ll explore what’s bringing you to therapy, your challenges, and what you want to change
✔️ You’ll get a feel for my approach and whether we’re a good fit
✔️ I’ll answer any questions about therapy, insurance, or next steps

🔹 Step 2: Meet Regularly and Cultivate Favorable Conditions in Your Life

We’ll use practical, proven strategies to help you:

✔️ Reduce negative thinking and excessive worry
✔️ Manage triggers and emotional reactions instead of feeling controlled by them
✔️ Heal past wounds and transform self-defeating habits
✔️ Build emotional resilience and reduce stress
✔️ Create healthier relationships and strengthen communication
✔️ Develop routines that improve mental clarity, self-trust, and well-being

🔹 Step 3: Experience the Benefits of the Favorable Conditions You Have Created

As you continue building favorable conditions in your life, you’ll start noticing real, lasting changes—like:
✔️ Feeling more peaceful, in control, and confident
✔️ Building emotional awareness and stronger relationships that don’t drain you
✔️ Sustaining transformational habits—not just temporary changes

Frequently Asked Questions

💡 Still have questions? Here are the most common things new clients ask before starting therapy.

If using insurance:
Most clients pay between $0–$60 per session, depending on their plan and whether they’ve met their deductible.
I accept the following insurance plans:

✔ Aetna

✔ Most Optum Plans 

✔ UnitedHealthcare

✔ Oscar

✔ Oxford

✔ UHC Student Resources

✔ UMR

Without insurance:

My out-of-pocket rate is $115 per 45-minute session.

💡 I offer high-quality care with exceptional value—and I keep my rate modest because I don’t want finances to be a barrier for the clients I serve.

Whether you’re using insurance or paying out of pocket, my goal is to make therapy accessible while still offering the structure, tools, and support that lead to real, lasting change.

That’s why I:
✔️ Accept insurance
✔️ Ensure transparent pricing
✔️ Keep my self-pay rate modest

I see clients Monday through Friday, between 9:15 AM and 6:45 PM, depending on availability.

No, I provide online therapy only for clients in New York and Florida.

💡 This means you can access therapy from the comfort of home—without the hassle of travel.

Each session is 45 minutes long and tailored to what you need.

✔ We’ll check in on your progress and keep therapy aligned with your long-term goals
✔ We’ll prioritize what’s most pressing based on what’s happening in your life
✔ You’ll gain practical tools to help you break free from negative thinking, self-defeating habits, and relationship struggles
✔ Sessions take place in a judgment-free, supportive space where real healing happens

Not all therapy is the same. The right fit makes all the difference.

💡 I specialize in helping POC, bicultural individuals, and those who have experienced adversity heal, grow, and break free from dysfunctional patterns—because I’ve been there.

My style is structured, supportive, and action-oriented
✔ We’ll take time in your free consultation to ensure it feels like a good fit before moving forward

Step 1: Book a free 45-minute consultation.
Step 2: We’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and what you’re looking for in therapy.
Step 3: If it feels like a good fit, we’ll schedule your first session and start the journey toward change.

💡 Therapy doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The hardest part is taking the first step. If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start moving forward, I’d love to help.

Are you ready for tranformational healing?

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