Welcome!

Thank you for taking the time to seek counseling. This is an important and meaningful step toward creating the change you want in your life, and it deserves to be recognized.

I work with individuals, couples, and families, providing a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected. At the same time, I believe therapy should be more than just a place to talk—it should help you move forward with clarity, direction, and purpose.

My approach is integrative and goal-oriented, drawing from Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. Rather than applying a single method, I tailor the work to your unique situation, helping you understand patterns, regulate emotions, and develop practical tools for change.

I view therapy as a collaborative process. Together, we will explore what is happening in your life, identify what may be keeping you stuck, and work toward meaningful and lasting progress. I believe that each person has the capacity for growth and self-actualization, and my role is to help you access and strengthen that potential.

In my work with individuals and couples, I also incorporate Decision-Focused Relational Therapy (DFRT), a structured approach I developed to help partners move from repetitive conflict to clarity and intentional decision-making.

Whether you are navigating relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, or life transitions, I will walk alongside you with both empathy and intention—supporting you not only in understanding yourself, but in building the life you want to live.

My Story

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina. I am also a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and I have been approved for Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) status with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, pending final activation requirements.

I earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE) in Buenos Aires, and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). Although my background began in Computer Science, I believe it provides me with a unique, structured, and analytical perspective in my clinical work.

In addition to my clinical training, I am a certified Health Coach through the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute. This allows me to integrate wellness principles—such as nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle balance—into therapy. I take a holistic approach that supports both emotional and physical well-being, helping clients thrive across multiple areas of life.

Before entering private practice, I worked with several non-profit organizations in Western North Carolina, including Pisgah Legal Services, United Way, and The Mediation Center. In these roles, I supported individuals from diverse backgrounds facing challenges such as suicidality, trauma, domestic violence, and significant life transitions.

My clinical experience includes work with Meridian Behavioral Health, where I supported individuals with severe mental illness. I worked with clients experiencing substance use disorders at the Recovery and Education Center (REC), as well as individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar I disorder through the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team at Blue Ridge Health.

Through my work with individuals and couples, I began to observe that many people struggle not only with communication, but with decision-making—often feeling stuck in repetitive patterns without clear direction. This led me to develop Decision-Focused Relational Therapy (DFRT), a structured and results-oriented model designed to help individuals and couples move from emotional gridlock toward clarity and intentional action. DFRT integrates principles from Transactional Analysis, Reality Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches, with a strong focus on practical tools, accountability, and measurable progress.

I am currently preparing to expand my practice to Canada, offering virtual services in selected provinces.

Published Work

In 2025, Pablo Javier Averza published Manual of Life: A Guide to Emotional Wellness and Self-Discovery. This book reflects his dedication to making emotional wellness accessible and practical, drawing on his expertise as a bilingual mental health counselor.

Blending Transactional Analysis, Choice Theory, and clinical insight, the book offers readers practical tools to strengthen relationships, manage stress, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Written with clarity and compassion, it stands as both a professional milestone and a resource for anyone seeking growth and balance.

Pablo is the developer of Decision-Focused Relational Therapy (DFRT), an integrative model that combines Transactional Analysis, CBT, and structured decision-making. He is currently working on formalizing this approach for training, publication, and broader clinical use.

In-Person and Online Counseling (NC and CO)

I offer the following through online counseling:

Individual Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Couples Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Teen / Adolescent Counseling
Family Counseling
Counseling in Spanish

Online Counseling (Canada)

Now accepting telehealth inquiries from clients located in select Canadian provinces and territories where services may be permitted under current regulations.

This may include clients located in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, depending on individual circumstances, clinical appropriateness, and insurance requirements.

Session Rates and Insurance (Canada)

Individual therapy.CA$150 - 55 minutes

Couples Counseling CA$ 225 - 55 minutes

Session Rates and Insurance (NC and CO)

Individual therapy. I'm in-network with BCBS, Aetna, Medcost, All Medicaid plans, and ChampVA. I also offer a sliding scale, with $60 to $80 for individual sessions and $80 to $100 for couples therapy.

Couples therapy is an investment in your relationship. Unlike individual therapy, it is not focused on targeting symptoms of a mental health diagnosis. We are focused on what is happening between you and your partner.

Unfortunately, health insurance doesn’t often cover the cost of marriage counseling sessions. There are some exceptions, such as when marriage counseling is deemed “medically necessary.” However, even if you can use insurance benefits, they often don’t cover the entire cost of treatment. You may also have a high deductible that you must meet before your benefits kick in.

For these reasons, insurance benefits are not accepted unless we run a pre-authorization with positive results.

Couples 55-minute session: $150

Couples 85-minute session: $210

I offer packages: 3 sessions for $450, 6 sessions for $840 if you pay upfront. Initial session $210

Contact

pablo@mindbodyconnectioncounseling.com

Tel: (828)283-0614 - Fax: (828)246-0254

626 North Main Street,

Waynesville, NC 28786