José Angel Mendoza Herrera, PhDhe/him

Many clients feel caught in cycles of worry, rumination, or intrusive thoughts that make it hard to focus, relax, or live the life they actually want. These patterns can quietly shape relationships, decisions, and daily routines in ways that are hard to see from the inside. My work is about helping you understand those patterns, connect with what matters most to you, and move forward at a pace that feels right.

I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, stress, and life transitions. My approach draws on evidence-based methods including CBT, ACT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. A lot of what we do together involves looking honestly at avoidance, exploring what all-or-nothing thinking might be protecting you from, and building the kind of gradual, intentional steps that create real change. I tend to share my observations openly and invite you to push back, question, and shape the direction of our work.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it is natural to feel uncertain. I encourage you to think of our first conversations as exactly that: conversations. There is no final statement to make, no perfect readiness required. We will move together, at a pace that respects where you are while gently challenging what holds you back.

I offer sessions in English, French, and Spanish, and I work from a collaborative, non-judgmental stance that is tailored to each person's needs. If you are ready to take that first step, I would be glad to hear from you.