Premier Counseling LLC
Individual and Couples Counseling
by Juan Martinez Mueller, LPC MHSP
Juan Martinez Mueller, LPC MHSP
I am licensed professional counselor in Tennessee with 6 years of professional experience. I chose to spend my first years practicing in a clinical setting where I worked with hundreds of clients in dire circumstances. This allowed me to work with some of the most severe cases in the mental health field, which combined with my education, has helped me become an accomplished therapist.
I specialize in couples counseling, improving behavioral issues in children 8 years and younger, and treatment of depression and anxiety. You will find in me a counselor that treats you with respect and that takes your case seriously. In our sessions, you will have a safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment, and I will tailor your treatment to your specific needs and life situation. We will work together to help you get where you want to be, I am here to support & empower you in that journey!
Juan's Approach to Psychotherapy
Depression & Anxiety
Throughout my years practicing I have become proficient at implementing CBT techniques, seamlessly integrating interventions into my conversations with clients, leading to powerful realizations that spark positive change. My goal is not to have you in therapy forever. I want you to learn tools so that you can learn to manage your emotions on your own, without becoming dependent on me and getting locked in never ending therapy.
Couples Therapy
In couples counseling, I view the relationship itself as my client. My role is not to take sides, but to ensure that both partners feel heard, respected, and taken seriously. I follow a Solution Focused approach. While we do address situations that have caused distress, I avoid dwelling on problems (since that often prevents progress). Instead, we focus on building solutions. Together, we'll work on identifying realistic, attainable steps that can lead to meaningful improvement.
Children with Behavioral Issues
I work with children ages 8 and under using a modality called Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). This approach consistently provides excellent results when followed as intended and adapts very well to telehealth sessions. In essence, I coach parents to apply the same skills that therapists use to address behavioral challenges in children. By learning and practicing these techniques, the parent becomes an expert at handling the child's behavior, leading to significant and long lasting improvements.