Jose Farro
Couples and Family Counsellor
B.A.
Jose is a skilled counsellor specializing in supporting couples and families. With a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he helps clients navigate personal struggles, relationship challenges, and family dynamics. His integrative approach fosters emotional resilience, psychological flexibility, and healthier interpersonal connections, allowing individuals and families to thrive.
Professional Focus and Approach
Jose is a clinical counsellor with over a decade of field experience, offering a direct and structured approach to mental health development. Proficient in diverse modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he tailors his sessions to each client's unique needs—whether they are individuals seeking personal growth, couples working through conflicts, or families striving for better communication. His practice emphasizes emotional regulation, psychological flexibility, and Positive Discipline techniques to promote long-term well-being. As a devoted husband and father of two, Jose brings a real-world perspective to his work, offering valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of maintaining healthy relationships.
Specializations
With a strong academic foundation in philosophical studies and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Jose has spent the past decade refining his expertise across various branches of psychology. He provides specialized support for individuals with issues such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions, as well as couples and family counselling to address conflict resolution, parenting challenges, and communication breakdowns. In addition to his clinical work, Jose has conducted training sessions on emotional regulation and psychological flexibility for schools and corporations. His career also includes facilitating Positive Discipline Workshops for parents and teachers, equipping them with effective tools to foster mutual respect and cooperation within families and educational settings.
Education and Experience
Trained in Peru, Jose earned his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the Universidad de Lima, where he was later invited to serve as an assistant professor in Basic and Higher Cognitive Processes. His dedication to professional growth led him to become certified with the Positive Discipline Association, specializing in Adlerian Psychology. Recently, he obtained a diploma in Behavioural Sciences, enabling him to apply Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) techniques in his work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). His diverse education and hands-on experience allow him to offer a well-rounded, evidence-based approach to therapy, ensuring clients receive the highest quality care in individual, couples, and family settings.
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