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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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."

"I am passionate about aiding those in difficult situations to focus on their strengths and build on them."
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
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.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 5 years
- Graduating institute
- Regent University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
