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Mario Juster-Kruse, LMHC

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Mario Juster-Kruse is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both Florida and New York, specializing in working with young men and teens facing life’s challenges. Mario is particularly adept at helping clients navigate issues such as family relationships, stress management related to school and work, dating, and other everyday concerns. Beyond his role as a therapist, Mario has become a trusted mentor for many young men, providing guidance and support as they manage complex life transitions.

With a track record of success, Mario has effectively helped individuals struggling with family dynamics, work-life balance, and the stress associated with caretaker roles. His expertise spans a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress management, and trauma. He also focuses on helping clients in caretaker roles develop healthy coping strategies, create boundaries, and maintain balance in their personal and professional lives.

Mario’s therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Activation, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). He has achieved significant success in helping clients overcome symptoms like low mood, hopelessness, helplessness, low self-esteem, and sleep disturbances, among others.

Before joining Anxiety and OCD Treatment Specialists, Mario Juster-Kruse worked at Mercy Medical Center in Long Island, NY, a respected hospital known for its exceptional care for individuals struggling with severe mental health conditions. In his role at the Adult Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Mario treated complex cases of depressionand other mood disorders, while also providing critical support to healthcare workers dealing with the trauma of working in COVID ICU units. He utilized evidence-based practices, conducting individual, group, and family therapy sessions to support his clients’ healing.

Mario earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Molloy College in Rockville Centre, NY. During his clinical internships, he gained valuable experience working with adolescents, teens, and young adults, further strengthening his ability to connect with clients at various stages of life.

Mario is deeply committed to his clients’ well-being, taking a collaborative approach to therapy. He works closely with each individual to set meaningful goals and explore strategies for reducing symptoms and improving overall functioning. He believes that with proper treatment and active participation, life satisfaction can dramatically improve. Mario encourages his patients to step outside their comfort zones and aims to help them surpass their current goals, ultimately empowering them to thrive and experience genuine joy.

For clients located in New York, sessions would be done virtually.