Testimonials – The Gold Standard Mental Health Institute

Testimonials

JR

I am beyond grateful to Juliana for her skillful guidance to help me work through anger, resentment and dysfunction related to childhood trauma. She has helped me find peace with myself, and compassion and forgiveness for those who hurt me as a child. This inner peace is an incredible gift. For the first time in my life, I am capable of deep, meaningful and healthy relationships with friends, family and—most importantly—myself. I no longer think I am worthless, or evil, or that I deserve to struggle or feel pain. I move so much more freely and happily in the world.…

JG

Juliana Rodriguez is certainly the best therapist I have ever had. Never afraid to give advice on very practical levels of my real life situations and concerns. One big reason for this is that Juliana is so well organized, takes copious notes, and remarkably remembers everything we have ever gone over in session. I have had bipolar ll depression most of my adult life. Juliana consistently works with me to control it and have a better life. Both the depression and my stress level has subsided since I began working with her every week. We are currently dealing with the…

ML

Regular therapy with Juliana has helped me immensely. Our conversations are always insightful and often revelatory, thanks to her ability to both identify the origins of various limiting self-narratives and help reframe them. Her approach is rooted in a wealth of knowledge and experience, equal parts empathetic and intelligent. She has been instrumental in helping me better understand myself so that I can live in alignment with my true self.

SL

Almost 5 years ago I hit rock bottom in my life and almost lost everything including my kids and I was given Juliana’s information and I reached out and it was the first time I finally truly connected with a therapist. She has been a godsend I seriously don’t know where I’d be right now had I never met her. She has never been judgmental and if I just need her to listen, she will just listen. She also tells you how it is but not in a way that makes you feel stupid or uncomfortable. She’s also there for…

SS

My experience working with Juliana has been incredible. I came to her due to problems dealing with physical pain, health concerns and anxiety. Juliana has guided me through methods on how to deal with my pain and discomfort in a helpful way that actually minimizes its impact on my life. In addition, she has coached me through methods on how to properly handle my anxiety and how to understand where it comes from in the first place. She is very talented at what she does and has made a positive impact on my life. I am so grateful to be…

JB

“Juliana is wonderful. Her insight and suggestions have brought me so much peace. She has equipped me with the tools necessary to have healthier conversations with my spouse, which has changed everything for us. I am truly thankful for her.”

KB

“Juliana has had a profound positive impact on my life. Her calm, centered nature has given me valuable perspective, and our sessions have helped me gain clarity. She creates a safe space where I can openly share my thoughts and feelings. I trust and respect her guidance, and I’m truly grateful for the support she’s provided in navigating life’s challenges.”

ME

I have been attending therapy sessions with Juliana for almost 3 years now and the impact on my mental health has been really amazing. Juliana always provides a safe and non-judgmental space where I feel truly heard and understood. My husband has also been attending the couple and individual sessions with her for about 2 years which has been very helpful with improving our relationship. With Juliana’s help, I am definitely more confident in handling personal and marital challenges and grateful for the ongoing support.

AL

I have been seeing Juliana for well over 10 years now and cannot sing her praises enough. She is insightful, intuitive, profoundly intelligent, and deeply caring. Her approach creates a safe and supportive space in which to unpack complicated feelings, challenge old habits, and develop new strengths and personal skills. She has helped me through some very dark times and guided me through some very deep work, supporting me tirelessly as I tackled significant life changes in order to create a healthy and hopeful future for myself – and she still is. Her guidance and honest feedback are simply second-to-none.…

KA

Juliana’s therapy methods have allowed me to stop and consider my perspectives on numerous topics and in a way I had never done before. I have laughed, cried and have had countless “ah-ha” moments which have been needed and appreciated in my life. She creates such a safe environment which allows me to feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable. I am learning to express my needs and desires and Juliana has helped me deal with situations and people in ways I never knew. I have learned so much from her expertise and insight. Juliana is a true gem.

FN

Juliana has proved to be a very knowledgeable and wonderful therapist. I have been seeing her for about one year to address generalized anxiety, depression, and insecurities around sexual identity. Juliana previously worked at an LGBTQ center which made me feel she had the clinical experience to best support me. Equally as important to me, Juliana creates a warm and welcoming environment and also introduces humor to our sessions so I am always guaranteed a good laugh. Juliana has also helped me explore early childhood experiences that have shaped my relationship and thought patterns , which has been helpful to…

IM

The ways therapy has changed my life. I always thought therapy was for people who needed it more than I did. I didn’t think I really needed it and honestly, I was skeptical that just talking to someone would make any difference. But as I started opening up about what was really on my mind and trusting that my therapist was there to help, without judgment or wrong answers, I felt a sense of relief. Through that process, I began to notice certain patterns in my life, the same downfalls repeating themselves. Some of them became easier to navigate when…

TR

Working with Juliana has been incredibly transformative. I came to her during a difficult transition, struggling with aging and falling into a long depressive episode after the pandemic. Over the past two years, I’ve gained confidence, feel more at peace, and have a greater sense of integration of different parts of my life and personality. Even later in life, I’m uncovering and working through deep-seated narratives I hadn’t realized were shaping me. Juliana’s guidance is open, caring, and collaborative—she keeps me on track while allowing space for self-discovery. I’m so grateful for her support and look forward to continuing this…

LM

Juliana has been such a comfort and help to me as the loved one of someone with mental illness. Her expertise in their condition has provided me with priceless insights that have helped both of us heal and have the tools to manage it moving forward. Her therapeutic approach makes me feel deeply supported and has helped challenge unhealthy beliefs and thought patterns. I’ve noticed marked improvements in my mental health as well as my relationship as a direct result of working with her.

PM

“Juliana Rodriguez is very different than my past therapists. She is very attentive in listening to my problems. She responds thoughtfully and respectfully. She is worthy of my trust because I can feel she doesn’t judge. I’m comfortable telling her things I’ve not told other therapists. Her knowledge, intellect and kindness work together to make her the most effective therapist I’ve had in over thirty years”

EJ

“I find Juliana to be the epitome of a good therapist. She engages deeply and with great empathy. Her gentle questions help me to both better understand the issue I am presenting, and to find a way towards a solution. She has the ability to home in on the key point in my often rambling description. Even though there are days when I really don’t feel like going to my therapy appointment, I always come away feeling so much better. It has been a joy and a privilege to have Juliana for my therapist”.

TG

“I am 27 years old andI have bipolar disorder. I came across Juliana Rodriguez’s counseling services during some of my hardest moments, initially weary of therapy, and I found out I liked therapy after my very first session with her. Juliana’s approach to treatment has equipped me with the tools I need to change my life around. Therapy has been life-changing for me because I’ve decided to make the changes I needed to make with my therapist’s guidance. It is empowering to say I have accomplished things I never thought I could. Her depth of knowledge has been the most…

Casey

“I came to Juliana after hitting rock bottom and spending nearly a year feeling stuck and lost. With her help, I’ve come out the other side with a resiliency and positivity I couldn’t have imagined. As someone who struggles with bipolar type 1, I have never felt more seen, heard, and understood. Her psychiatric background has given me a deeper understanding of my condition in a way that makes me feel empowered. I no longer feel limited by it, but I can find comfort in knowing what is and was beyond my control. In the past, therapy felt like hard…

RT

“I’ve been seeing Juliana since 2019. I found her through my companies EAP website, and had already been vetting a few therapists prior to meeting her. As soon as I met her she was attentive and patient with my needs and struggles. She has helped me so much over the years, and has tackled hard topics and triggers in my journey. I’m so glad I found her ! She’s been a great asset to my well being and my life journey to a better me!”

Mary M., Santa Fe, NM

“I was going through a severe family crisis when I started working with Juliana, and her support was truly transformative. Her approach to therapy is not only effective but also all-encompassing, addressing every aspect of my experience. Juliana has been an unwavering pillar of support, helping me navigate the challenges and teaching me to view myself and my life from new, empowering perspectives. I am incredibly grateful for her guidance and how she’s helped me grow beyond the crisis.”

BB

“I have seen many therapists over the years, but Juliana is, without a doubt, the most insightful and genuinely helpful therapist I have worked with. She quickly “gets” what issues are present and is incredibly intuitive and perceptive. Additionally, she is the most objective and open-minded therapist I have worked with. I can imagine Juliana working with people of all walks of life, beliefs, and ideologies and treating them equally, she does not get caught up in dogma and let her personal beliefs bleed into therapy, which I appreciate immensely.”

YG

“Juliana has been keeping me sane through the most turbulent year of my life since the COVID-19 pandemic. When I started care, I was miserable and suicidal. I appreciate that she met me where I was at and took me seriously from day 1. Since then, I have found purpose and belonging in shifting my career path to social service. Thanks to her guidance and support, if I ever get an opportunity to go back to school, I’d like to become a therapist and help others like she has helped me.”