Joey (Jose) Oquendo, MSW, ACSW

What should your client know about you?

I believe that everyone needs someone, sometimes to help them navigate the slew of life’s challenges. I am passionate about helping people dictate the narrative of their lives and shaping society to become more compassionate and equitable. As an associate clinical therapist, I have experience working with a range of mental health disorders and life challenges, including marriage, trauma, abuse, sexually problematic behaviors, depression, and anxiety, and helping people unpack and process their racial/cultural identity and religious experiences and experiences of injustice. Empathy and attention to detail are central to my life and work. I am devoted to learning about who you are and how I can help in your healing and life journey.

What is your approach to therapy?

I take a person-centered approach that focuses and hones in on the details and challenges each person faces with the intent to inform, assist with self-discovery, and resource their healing and advancement.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Individuals can anticipate taking away from each session self-discovery, insight, and empowerment toward facilitating their growth and healing.

What was your path on becoming a therapist?

I have earned a Master of Social Work Degree at the University of Southern California (USC), and a Master of Theology Degree at Fuller Theological Seminary, and I have been actively working with people and amongst diverse communities for the past 20 years.