Depression Therapists in 87124
New Mexico Wellness Center
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
We believe at some point everyone comes across situations that need an outside perspective—these crossroads can determine the direction we go. Everyone has that underlying intuition & if listened to, will guide them to the path they are striving towards. We work w/ all ages, most issues, situations. We specialize in many areas-as we have several therapists-some of which are: postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, depression, anxiety, couples, gender/sexuality, self-esteem, meditation, work, art therapy, men’s issues, etc. We want the best for you & everyone should have the best therapy experience!
We believe at some point everyone comes across situations that need an outside perspective—these crossroads can determine the direction we go. Everyone has that underlying intuition & if listened to, will guide them to the path they are striving towards. We work w/ all ages, most issues, situations. We specialize in many areas-as we have several therapists-some of which are: postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, depression, anxiety, couples, gender/sexuality, self-esteem, meditation, work, art therapy, men’s issues, etc. We want the best for you & everyone should have the best therapy experience!
AnnMarie Boyd, ABC Social Work and Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Online Only)
You want to be able to feel happiness with relief from anxiety, and depression.
Current online availability. Licensed in NM, Tx, Az, Co and Florida. Tired of trying yet it never seems to be working out? You think all the time and never seem to have a time that you're not tired or anxious? You want to feel good and be able to make it through the day. You want to feel motivated & not feel upset all the time about things now & in the past. I am strengths based so we use all the good in you to help you feel better! Let's find your good! I know you want relief from life being so hard all the time. Well, let's figure it out!
You want to be able to feel happiness with relief from anxiety, and depression.
Current online availability. Licensed in NM, Tx, Az, Co and Florida. Tired of trying yet it never seems to be working out? You think all the time and never seem to have a time that you're not tired or anxious? You want to feel good and be able to make it through the day. You want to feel motivated & not feel upset all the time about things now & in the past. I am strengths based so we use all the good in you to help you feel better! Let's find your good! I know you want relief from life being so hard all the time. Well, let's figure it out!
Patricia Garcia
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to working with individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, and Substance use.
I have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults from diverse populations. My goal is to provide a welcoming, comfortable, and safe environment for my clients. I am passionate about fighting against stigmas related to counseling within minority/ethnic groups. I believe people should be able to receive services and resources in their own language and as a bilingual practitioner, I provide services for Spanish and English-speaking individuals.
I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to working with individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, and Substance use.
I have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults from diverse populations. My goal is to provide a welcoming, comfortable, and safe environment for my clients. I am passionate about fighting against stigmas related to counseling within minority/ethnic groups. I believe people should be able to receive services and resources in their own language and as a bilingual practitioner, I provide services for Spanish and English-speaking individuals.
PeopleWorks-NM
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IGCC-I
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Online Only)
Our therapists have many years of experience serving persons with trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic illnesses.
Hello & Welcome! As a nonprofit, PeopleWorks' primary focus is providing counseling and related services to persons ages 16 and older. PeopleWorks-NM is based in Rio Rancho, NM and we offer online services to persons anywhere in NM. We provide a friendly environment and knowledgeable staff of Social Workers and Psychologists with extensive experience. We are passionate about what we do and pay special attention to respecting and valuing our clients and their families.
Our therapists have many years of experience serving persons with trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic illnesses.
Hello & Welcome! As a nonprofit, PeopleWorks' primary focus is providing counseling and related services to persons ages 16 and older. PeopleWorks-NM is based in Rio Rancho, NM and we offer online services to persons anywhere in NM. We provide a friendly environment and knowledgeable staff of Social Workers and Psychologists with extensive experience. We are passionate about what we do and pay special attention to respecting and valuing our clients and their families.
Dr. JamieLynn Gonzales, LCSW, FSW BeMeBetter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, FSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
BeMeBetter is accepting new clients. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and a certified Financial Social Worker, I work with individuals struggling with affective disorders (depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma) and financial stress affecting overall wellbeing. I particularly enjoy helping Veterans, their family members, and adolescents struggling with school performance or phase of life problems.
BeMeBetter is accepting new clients. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and a certified Financial Social Worker, I work with individuals struggling with affective disorders (depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma) and financial stress affecting overall wellbeing. I particularly enjoy helping Veterans, their family members, and adolescents struggling with school performance or phase of life problems.
The Enhancement Center, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87124
The Enhancement Center specializes in marriage and couples counseling, children's challenging behavior, family therapy, and anxiety and depression.
At one time or another most of us have been faced with overwhelming personal problems. If you feel this way, maybe its time to seek the help of a professional mental health therapist, someone who will respectfully and confidentially be there for you. The Enhancement Center is a group of over 30 therapists including Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. We can help individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families.
The Enhancement Center specializes in marriage and couples counseling, children's challenging behavior, family therapy, and anxiety and depression.
At one time or another most of us have been faced with overwhelming personal problems. If you feel this way, maybe its time to seek the help of a professional mental health therapist, someone who will respectfully and confidentially be there for you. The Enhancement Center is a group of over 30 therapists including Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. We can help individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families.
Thomas Bien
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
In times of crisis, we struggle with depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, divorce, stress, past trauma, grief and loss. Fortunately, there are well-established ways to deal with such difficulties. Dr. Bien is a kind, non-judgmental, skillful, and insightful guide through these problems. Through mindfulness, he helps you find your capacity to respond to life issues with self-acceptance, confidence, courage, and creativity. You learn to relate to your inner life in a different way so emotions don't overwhelm you, and so you can speak and act from strength and clarity.
In times of crisis, we struggle with depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, divorce, stress, past trauma, grief and loss. Fortunately, there are well-established ways to deal with such difficulties. Dr. Bien is a kind, non-judgmental, skillful, and insightful guide through these problems. Through mindfulness, he helps you find your capacity to respond to life issues with self-acceptance, confidence, courage, and creativity. You learn to relate to your inner life in a different way so emotions don't overwhelm you, and so you can speak and act from strength and clarity.
Diane Lynn Sanchez
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Online Only)
Video/Telephone sessions available. These are stressful uncertain times in our lives and in the World. Having to isolate and distance from each other, increases everyone’s anxiety and even depression. I am an Independent Licensed Clinical Counselor with 20+ years experience helping people cope, and get through tough times. I am available for Video/telephone therapy 7 days a week. Temporarily, I am only accepting new clients with Presbyterian Medicaid. Looking forward to speaking with you. Take Care. Diane
Video/Telephone sessions available. These are stressful uncertain times in our lives and in the World. Having to isolate and distance from each other, increases everyone’s anxiety and even depression. I am an Independent Licensed Clinical Counselor with 20+ years experience helping people cope, and get through tough times. I am available for Video/telephone therapy 7 days a week. Temporarily, I am only accepting new clients with Presbyterian Medicaid. Looking forward to speaking with you. Take Care. Diane
Andrea Duff
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
If you are struggling with pain or emotions that you cannot overcome, seeking therapy can be a powerful step to transforming your life. My clients find that my training as a teacher and a clinical counselor helps them learn effective coping skills to address their individual challenges. My wealth of experience helps clients deal with a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, feeling hopeless, helpless, and overwhelmed. I listen carefully to what you tell me and will provide feedback and strategies to help you decrease your pain and improve your quality of life
If you are struggling with pain or emotions that you cannot overcome, seeking therapy can be a powerful step to transforming your life. My clients find that my training as a teacher and a clinical counselor helps them learn effective coping skills to address their individual challenges. My wealth of experience helps clients deal with a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, feeling hopeless, helpless, and overwhelmed. I listen carefully to what you tell me and will provide feedback and strategies to help you decrease your pain and improve your quality of life
Odyssey Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LPCC, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Specialties Include: Incest, sexual abuse/trauma, depression, anxiety, First Responders and their families, Child Protection, Pregnancy and Infant Loss, Trauma, EMDR, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Holistic modalities, psycho-educational approaches via trainings.
At Odyssey Counseling we focus on meeting people wherever they're at. Everyone falls down from time to time. For us counseling is a collaboration. We work with you to pinpoint problems and help explore ways to help you get to where you want to be. We have specialties including PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Acute Stress, Divorce, grief, parenting, relationship, and life transition issues. We have numerous programs including services for first responders and their families, and an IOP Substance Abuse/Trauma Program for women . We provide health and wellness programs to workplaces and offer an Employee Assistance Program.
Specialties Include: Incest, sexual abuse/trauma, depression, anxiety, First Responders and their families, Child Protection, Pregnancy and Infant Loss, Trauma, EMDR, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Holistic modalities, psycho-educational approaches via trainings.
At Odyssey Counseling we focus on meeting people wherever they're at. Everyone falls down from time to time. For us counseling is a collaboration. We work with you to pinpoint problems and help explore ways to help you get to where you want to be. We have specialties including PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Acute Stress, Divorce, grief, parenting, relationship, and life transition issues. We have numerous programs including services for first responders and their families, and an IOP Substance Abuse/Trauma Program for women . We provide health and wellness programs to workplaces and offer an Employee Assistance Program.
Mindful Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Experience a non-judgmental environment with a therapist who is fully present to what you are going through. We will create a 'therapeutic custom fit' as we work with you. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, facing past trauma, or wanting to enhance relationships, we can help you navigate through. Not sure whether working with us is the right decision? We invite you to visit our website to learn more about our therapists and how we can help you. Our website also confirms the appointments we currently have available as well as instructions on how to start therapy.
Experience a non-judgmental environment with a therapist who is fully present to what you are going through. We will create a 'therapeutic custom fit' as we work with you. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, facing past trauma, or wanting to enhance relationships, we can help you navigate through. Not sure whether working with us is the right decision? We invite you to visit our website to learn more about our therapists and how we can help you. Our website also confirms the appointments we currently have available as well as instructions on how to start therapy.
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Counselor, LPCC, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87124 (Online Only)
Seeking therapy is often prompted by sudden crisis or by having reached the limit of endurance over an issue or situation. I work to help re-establish a greater sense of inner wellbeing and a deeper sense of one's self, from which clients are able to more successfully address depression, anxiety, life transitions and difficult relationships.
Seeking therapy is often prompted by sudden crisis or by having reached the limit of endurance over an issue or situation. I work to help re-establish a greater sense of inner wellbeing and a deeper sense of one's self, from which clients are able to more successfully address depression, anxiety, life transitions and difficult relationships.
Linda Najjar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87124
I accept referrals based on: stress management, depression, anxiety, body image, childhood abuse, family concerns, trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, PTSD, issues affecting lesbian / gay / bisexual individuals, ADHD,and coping with discrimination.
I specialize in the areas of women's issues and multicultural counseling. Treatment takes on an integrative approach that best suits your needs. I emphasize personal growth and well-being for individuals, families, and communities of all ethnicities, cultures, races, genders, sexual orientations, ability/disability levels, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sizes, other identities.
Although I have expertise as a psychologist and I share that expertise with you, I believe that you are the expert of your life and have your own wisdom. Together we can collaborate to determine the best courses of action to improve your health and well-being.
I accept referrals based on: stress management, depression, anxiety, body image, childhood abuse, family concerns, trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, PTSD, issues affecting lesbian / gay / bisexual individuals, ADHD,and coping with discrimination.
I specialize in the areas of women's issues and multicultural counseling. Treatment takes on an integrative approach that best suits your needs. I emphasize personal growth and well-being for individuals, families, and communities of all ethnicities, cultures, races, genders, sexual orientations, ability/disability levels, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sizes, other identities.
Although I have expertise as a psychologist and I share that expertise with you, I believe that you are the expert of your life and have your own wisdom. Together we can collaborate to determine the best courses of action to improve your health and well-being.
Santa Fe Art Therapy & Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with individuals, couples and groups living with: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD and Complex Trauma, and relational dynamics.
Many of us have lived through hard and painful life experiences. For some of us, the physical and emotional memory of those experiences keep us locked in a state of shame, anxiety, fear and loneliness (this experience is often labeled with a variety of diagnoses: PTSD, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD). It can seem impossible to create and sustain meaningful, fulfilling and nurturing relationships (including the one with yourself!) from an isolated and fearful place. If you are seeking to feel better and create healthy and sustainable changes in your life, this may be the work for you.
I have experience working with individuals, couples and groups living with: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD and Complex Trauma, and relational dynamics.
Many of us have lived through hard and painful life experiences. For some of us, the physical and emotional memory of those experiences keep us locked in a state of shame, anxiety, fear and loneliness (this experience is often labeled with a variety of diagnoses: PTSD, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD). It can seem impossible to create and sustain meaningful, fulfilling and nurturing relationships (including the one with yourself!) from an isolated and fearful place. If you are seeking to feel better and create healthy and sustainable changes in your life, this may be the work for you.
Karen Mahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Online Only)
Have life events or circumstances become overwhelming or do you feel stuck in a rut? Does the same problem resurface repeatedly despite your best efforts? When coping and well being is impacted, it may be time to explore alternative solutions in a safe, collaborative therapy setting. With over 20 years of experience, I serve adults and couples. Together , we will focus on meeting your goals and desired outcomes with approaches that suit your preference. Areas of special interest include anxiety, depression/postpartum, trauma/PTSD, relationships, parenting teens, gambling and AODA affected families.
Have life events or circumstances become overwhelming or do you feel stuck in a rut? Does the same problem resurface repeatedly despite your best efforts? When coping and well being is impacted, it may be time to explore alternative solutions in a safe, collaborative therapy setting. With over 20 years of experience, I serve adults and couples. Together , we will focus on meeting your goals and desired outcomes with approaches that suit your preference. Areas of special interest include anxiety, depression/postpartum, trauma/PTSD, relationships, parenting teens, gambling and AODA affected families.
New Growth Counseling & Therapeutic Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Barner has several years experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, borderline, and bi-polar related mood changes; all of which can directly effect personal and professional relationships.
As a Licensed therapist, Ms. Barner is a creative and passionate mental health professional who believes that all individuals have the ability to learn and thrive successfully. Her therapeutic approach is confidential, supportive, and provides a safe place to talk about difficult things. She works on the belief that the person you are today is a combination of several factors. Some of these factors are early childhood and adult relationship experiences, genetic predisposition, and environmental factors. Her belief is that therapy is not a process that labels you, but an avenue that can help overcome life’s challenges.
Barner has several years experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, borderline, and bi-polar related mood changes; all of which can directly effect personal and professional relationships.
As a Licensed therapist, Ms. Barner is a creative and passionate mental health professional who believes that all individuals have the ability to learn and thrive successfully. Her therapeutic approach is confidential, supportive, and provides a safe place to talk about difficult things. She works on the belief that the person you are today is a combination of several factors. Some of these factors are early childhood and adult relationship experiences, genetic predisposition, and environmental factors. Her belief is that therapy is not a process that labels you, but an avenue that can help overcome life’s challenges.
Andrea Otero-Looney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
I strive to help clients work through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, family struggles, addictions and life changes with various modalities and tools such as EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, IFS and other modalities.
As a therapist my goal is to create the space for clients to feel safe and comfortable to begin their journey in healing. I believe the client is the driver and I am the one in the passenger seat pointing out the scenery and occasionally giving some direction. I support my clients from all walks of life with a non-judgmental attitude, full of support and kindness, with a little humor and some “realness” thrown in there I often utilize CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) as a basis in our work, with my foundation and belief being client centered and knowing you are the expert in your life.
I strive to help clients work through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, family struggles, addictions and life changes with various modalities and tools such as EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, IFS and other modalities.
As a therapist my goal is to create the space for clients to feel safe and comfortable to begin their journey in healing. I believe the client is the driver and I am the one in the passenger seat pointing out the scenery and occasionally giving some direction. I support my clients from all walks of life with a non-judgmental attitude, full of support and kindness, with a little humor and some “realness” thrown in there I often utilize CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) as a basis in our work, with my foundation and belief being client centered and knowing you are the expert in your life.
Ysidra Tellez
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
My passion and motivation is to help people become the best versions of themselves. Life experiences and circumstances can be challenging to overcome and deal with. I am compassionate about fostering positive mental health in children, adolescents, young adults, and couples. My focus is addressing issues such as identity exploration, trauma, life transitions, relationship dynamics, anxiety, and depression. My goal is to support you in processing and healing through what is needed for you to heal and grow into your best self.
My passion and motivation is to help people become the best versions of themselves. Life experiences and circumstances can be challenging to overcome and deal with. I am compassionate about fostering positive mental health in children, adolescents, young adults, and couples. My focus is addressing issues such as identity exploration, trauma, life transitions, relationship dynamics, anxiety, and depression. My goal is to support you in processing and healing through what is needed for you to heal and grow into your best self.
You Matter Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or someone you know going through a difficult time? If so, there's no need to struggle alone. Our therapy office in your area is currently accepting new patients and has immediate openings available for mental health services. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in helping teenagers and adults navigate through life's challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and managing work/school. Whether you prefer to email, text, or call, it's easy to schedule an appointment and get the support you need to begin feeling better.
Are you or someone you know going through a difficult time? If so, there's no need to struggle alone. Our therapy office in your area is currently accepting new patients and has immediate openings available for mental health services. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in helping teenagers and adults navigate through life's challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and managing work/school. Whether you prefer to email, text, or call, it's easy to schedule an appointment and get the support you need to begin feeling better.
Ana Gazashvili
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Online Only)
I have a lot of compassion for people going through life’s challenges and transitions, and feel privileged to work with those who are seeking support. I work with adults struggling with a broad range of issues, from depression and anxiety to self-esteem and trauma-related disorders. As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe that our earliest childhood experiences shape our actions and beliefs about the world. I have experience working with adolescents and adults.
I have a lot of compassion for people going through life’s challenges and transitions, and feel privileged to work with those who are seeking support. I work with adults struggling with a broad range of issues, from depression and anxiety to self-esteem and trauma-related disorders. As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe that our earliest childhood experiences shape our actions and beliefs about the world. I have experience working with adolescents and adults.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.