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Michigan

Juan Carisalez, LLP

Limited Licensed Psychologist

Online TherapyKalamazoo, MISpeaks Spanish
License #636100001117 years of experienceAges 0+

Welcome! I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard and valued. I was drawn to this work by a desire to help people better understand themselves, navigate life’s challenges, and find meaningful ways to heal and grow—no matter their age or background.

My approach uses empathy, collaboration, and education to develop goals and objectives for treatment. For the past fifteen years I have been utilizing evidence-based practices that have validity in treating individuals and families. I have worked in inpatient hospitals, schools, corrections facilities and outpatient therapy offices. I have worked with numerous categories of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders and neurodivergent diagnoses.  

Therapy is a courageous step, and I deeply understand the vulnerability it requires. My practice offers warmth, empathy, and genuine care—providing a safe space for your journey. You deserve to be heard, understood, and empowered. If you're ready to explore a supportive therapeutic partnership, I'm here to help you find hope and effective strategies to maximize fulfillment. If you are interested in moving forward please reach out via phone or email to schedule an intake.

¡Bienvenidos! Creo que todos merecen un espacio donde se sientan vistos, escuchados y valorados. Me sentí atraído por este trabajo por el deseo de ayudar a las personas a comprenderse mejor, a superar los desafíos de la vida y a encontrar formas significativas de sanar y crecer, sin importar su edad o sus antecedentes.

Mi enfoque utiliza la empatía, la colaboración y la educación para desarrollar metas y objetivos para el tratamiento. Durante los últimos quince años, he estado utilizando prácticas basadas en la evidencia que tienen validez en el tratamiento de individuos y familias. He trabajado en hospitales para pacientes internados, escuelas, centros correccionales y consultorios ambulatorios. He trabajado con varios tipos de trastornos del estado de ánimo, trastornos de la personalidad y diagnósticos de neurodivergencia.

La terapia es un paso valiente, y entiendo profundamente la vulnerabilidad que requiere. Mi práctica ofrece calidez, empatía y cuidado genuino, proporcionando un espacio seguro para su viaje. Usted merece ser escuchado, comprendido y empoderado. Si está listo para explorar una asociación terapéutica de apoyo, estoy aquí para ayudarle a encontrar esperanza y estrategias efectivas para maximizar su realización. Si está interesado en seguir adelante, por favor comuníquese por teléfono o correo electrónico para programar una cita inicial.

I work with

IndividualsFamily (with Children)Family (Adults)CouplesChildrenTeens

Accepted insurances

  • 6 Degrees
  • 90 Degree Benefits
  • Aegis LLC
  • Aetna/ First Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Affordable Health Choices/ Aetna Voluntary
  • Aetna EAP
  • Allstate Benefits (through Allied Benefit Systems)
  • American Continental (Aetna Senior Supplemental)
  • Assured Benefit Administrators
  • Boon-Chapman Administrators/ Wellnet Healthcare
  • Christian Brothers Services

I specialize in

Treatment approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Trauma Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Brief Psychotherapy
  • Behavior Therapy/Behavior Modification
  • Career Counseling

Communities I work with

  • BIPOC Allied
  • Bisexual/Pansexual Allied
  • Blind/Visually Impaired
  • Body Positivity
  • Queer Allied
  • Transgender Allied
  • Aviation Professionals
  • Cancer Allied
  • Currently/Recently Incarcerated
  • Deaf/Hard of Hearing
  • First Responders/Law Enforcement
  • Gay Allied

Education

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Western Michigan UniversityGraduated 2009