Welcome! My name is Antonio Quirindongo Jr., LPC and I am a NJ-based licensed therapist and Founder of Beyond Labels Counseling LLC.
I am a gay, second-generation Latinx male of Puerto Rican decent. I am also a first-generation college graduate; having graduated from Rutgers University with a BA in Psychology & Communications, as well as graduating from The College of New Jersey with an MA in Counseling (with a concentration in Marriage, Couples, & Family Counseling & Therapy). I am a son, a husband, a brother, an uncle, a friend, and a proud pet-parent! I have over 8 years of therapy, counseling, and clinical supervisor experience.
My identity and experience as a queer person-of-color is incredibly important in my work as a therapist.
I understand the many challenges we face, as we try to break down barriers in a world where we are considered “other” or treated like we don’t belong. It might feel overwhelming to navigate obstacles specific to your experience, while also trying to better understand yourself and your identity.
I founded Beyond Labels Counseling LLC because it is my passion to provide support and empower clients who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community and communities of color. There are not many mental health practices out there that solely work with our community; especially with therapists that are also a part of our community. I want to change that...because our community needs more. Together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and live your life happily, proudly, and authentically; because you deserve it!
At BLC, our mission is to provide high-quality, queer-informed therapy & counseling services to LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, & families who are experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties. Providing therapy & counseling services for the community, by mental health professional who are a part of the community.
BLC is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and improve their mental health and well-being, while honoring the following values:
Equality
Acceptance
Diversity
Autonomy
Visibility
Love & Compassion
Social Justice
Solidarity
Safety
Resilience
Joy & Celebration
A Hope for A Better Future
BLC's approach is person-centered, holistic, culturally inclusive, and strength-based. BLC uses evidenced-based techniques to provide treatment that is tailored to client’s individual needs, such as CBT, Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and more.
