JohnPaul Parraga, LMHC, LCMHC

Experienced counselor for stress and life transitions

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Online therapy options

About JohnPaul Parraga

JohnPaul Parraga is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida and Utah with 23 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and major life transitions. He holds the credentials LMHC and LCMHC, designations that indicate licensure as a mental health counselor. JohnPaul focuses on building confidence and motivation while addressing self-esteem and the practical challenges that follow change.

He approaches therapy from the perspective that each person is the expert of their own story and already carries strengths that can be used to overcome obstacles. By combining respect for a client's lived experience with structured therapeutic skills, he supports people facing issues such as trauma recovery, shifting roles, and the search for renewed purpose.

Seeking change often requires courage, and JohnPaul aims to empower and accompany clients through that process, offering compassionate guidance and practical tools to help move toward a more satisfying, resilient life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does JohnPaul Parraga have?

JohnPaul Parraga has 23 years of experience.

Is JohnPaul Parraga a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials LMHC and LCMHC. License details are FL LMHC MH23031 and UT LCMHC 327628-6004.

In which languages does JohnPaul Parraga provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Where is JohnPaul Parraga located?

He is located in Florida.

How can I work with JohnPaul Parraga as my therapist?

You can work with JohnPaul Parraga through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does JohnPaul Parraga work with international clients?

JohnPaul Parraga does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with JohnPaul Parraga cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic methods and flexible online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn simple, practical ways to act in line with those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and situations that require behavioral change. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships that influence emotions and behavior, aiming to improve connection, trust, and emotional regulation when past relational wounds affect present life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. JohnPaul works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods align with their goals, preferences, and needs, adjusting techniques over time so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy makes these approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, allow continuity of care across distances, and let people engage in therapy in ways that fit their daily routines and comfort levels.

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