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Juan Carlos Fernandez

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

7 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Juan Carlos

I have been in practice since 2017, helping people resolve issues related to depression, anxiety, phobias, identity issues, substance dependence, geriatric issues, grief and loss, stress, self-esteem, and family conflict issues. I use an unconditional positive regard therapeutic approach when working with clients as every experience is unique and subjective. I incorporate Therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Techniques, and Psychodynamic Techniques, and I always use a Strengths-based model. Together, we will design a plan uniquely tailored for you. We will embark on a journey to foster empowerment, self-esteem, confidence, and a life-affirming approach.

We will embark on a journey to foster empowerment, self-esteem, confidence, and a life-affirming approach.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Direct
  • Holistic

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Black community
  • Geriatric clients
  • First responders
  • Immigrants
  • Neurodivergence
  • Students
  • Latine Community

Approach

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Outside of my professional job, I practice Bikram Yoga 4 days a week. I am passionate about gardening and have a collection of over 50 house plants and a food garden. In addition, I backpack and hike with friends as I love to be outdoors and move my body. I also very much enjoy spending time cooking for friends and socializing with them several times a week.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#93946 • California • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, California State University, Long Beach

Juan Carlos Fernandez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #93946 (exp January 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Juan Carlos Fernandez accepts Health Net, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Prime Health, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, and Out-of-State BlueCard PPO. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Juan Carlos Fernandez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Juan Carlos is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Juan Carlos’s California license number is 93946, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Juan Carlos Fernandez has been practicing therapy for 7 years. Juan Carlos’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, California State University, Long Beach. Over that time, Juan Carlos has worked closely with BIPOC, Black community, Geriatric clients, First responders, Immigrants, Neurodivergence, Students, Latine Community, and LGBTQ+.

Juan Carlos Fernandez works with BIPOC, Black community, Geriatric clients, First responders, Immigrants, Neurodivergence, Students, Latine Community, and LGBTQ+ and specializes in Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Immigration, IPV/DV, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Panic, and Phobias, among other areas. These are the areas where Juan Carlos spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Juan Carlos is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Juan Carlos Fernandez draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Harm Reduction, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Juan Carlos’s style is action-oriented, affirming, authentic, direct, and holistic. In Juan Carlos’s words: “We will embark on a journey to foster empowerment, self-esteem, confidence, and a life-affirming approach.”

Juan Carlos Fernandez (he/him) offers therapy in English and Spanish. Juan Carlos identifies as Hispanic/Latinx. Juan Carlos provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Juan Carlos Fernandez offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Juan Carlos is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Juan Carlos Fernandez is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Juan Carlos will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Juan Carlos’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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