It's a warm, friendly, honest encounter everytime. I come away learning something about myself and how I can better interact with the world around me

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geometry-shapes iconAnger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Addiction
In Person & Online in Virginia Beach, VA
5 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Abel accepts 10 insurers
Aetna
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange
Sentara Health Plans (Optima Health)
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$220
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Abel

Abel Juarez is a Resident in Counseling who specializes in depression, anger, anxiety, relationships, and addiction. In life, there will be obstacles and complications that can interrupt and affect how individuals cope with negative as well as positive outcomes. These outcomes can influence a person's thought process and have the ability to make them feel overwhelmed, powerless, and anxious. In counseling, these challenges can be handled in a manner in which individuals, couples, and families can address and begin to understand how such difficulties can result in the present situations.

"I am passionate about aiding those in difficult situations to focus on their strengths and build on them," says Abel. "In this, the counseling process becomes an understanding of several issues instead of focusing on the negative aspects that people find themselves in. Therefore, progress can move forward and the client and I can begin to address the issues at heart.

Furthermore, counseling sessions are a nonjudgmental arena in which the client is not thought of in a negative light. Being that, everyone experiences life and reacts to circumstances both negatively and positively. The extent of this reaction is where counseling starts to help those in need of a better understanding of how they conduct themselves."

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"I am passionate about aiding those in difficult situations to focus on their strengths and build on them."

What clients say

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

Abel is an excellent therapist. He has helped me change my life!

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Abel

It was straight forward and easy to apply. With insurance it almost costs nothing and the counseling has helped a lot.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Abel

Abel is the best. He has helped me delve deeper into who I am and how to get where I think I need to be :-)

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Abel

Abel Juarez is great! He is an excellent therapist who has helped me tremendously. I look forward to our weekly sessions and recommend him to anyone seeking counseling.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Abel

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Get to know Abel

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

While taking some courses one was intro to psychology and understanding why people behave in specific ways interested me.

What types of clients do you work with best?

A client that is interested in the process and is willing to try to improve their situation.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

They are not their disorder and have the potential within themselves for a positive quality of life.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

The owners reason for starting this company and the people within the company are some of the best colleagues I have had at a place of employment.

What inspires you?

The trust people put in me when they share their life's experiences and an ability to plant the seed that possibly could help them live a more positive life.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

A counselor who will listen, not judge, and explain to them the next steps that will be taken.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Explain the process starting with the circumstances that brought them to my office.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I am gamer, watch all sports especially NFL, and spend time with family.

What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I respect others peoples perspective regardless of how I perceive the topic. Everyone has led a life that has allowed them to believe what they believe. 

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesAnger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Addiction, Grief, Divorce, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Life Transition, Self Esteem, Men’s Issues, Infidelity, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues
ApproachesPerson-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic / Rogerian, Christian Counseling
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Education and training

Years in practice
5 years
Graduating institute
Regent University
Graduating degree
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1144926569
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State of practiceVA
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License number704014201
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