Chronic Illness Therapists in Albuquerque, NM

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Life Re-Created: Psychotherapy & Health Promotion
Counselor, MPH, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87198  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a person who is experiencing a disability or chronic illness and feel your needs are not met in most care settings? Are you pregnant or just had a baby and need extra support? Are you the parent of a disabled child and the child, a sibling or you need extra support for the child to grow and reach her or his full potential? Are you a creative type and need help to focus and be productive in your creative work? Are you the parent of a gifted child and need extra help raising this child or is the child in need of services due to trouble at home or school?Are you a spiritual seeker and need to talk about unusual experiences?
Are you a person who is experiencing a disability or chronic illness and feel your needs are not met in most care settings? Are you pregnant or just had a baby and need extra support? Are you the parent of a disabled child and the child, a sibling or you need extra support for the child to grow and reach her or his full potential? Are you a creative type and need help to focus and be productive in your creative work? Are you the parent of a gifted child and need extra help raising this child or is the child in need of services due to trouble at home or school?Are you a spiritual seeker and need to talk about unusual experiences?
(505) 796-6710 View (505) 796-6710
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Jessie M Lane
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you experiencing fear, loneliness, anger, grief, chronic illness, or pain? Maybe you're transitioning or feeling un-rooted, on an edge, lost, anxious, and/or addicted? Our identities and perspectives are informed by how we relate to and make sense of these, and our other human, experiences. Knowledge of that we call 'self' is a continual and creative process, and includes integration of the unconscious - the parts of the psyche yet unknown to us. I help clients find focus and relax preconceived notions of how growth and healing occurs. This allows one to learn from their symptoms in order to ease suffering - to hold paradox.
Are you experiencing fear, loneliness, anger, grief, chronic illness, or pain? Maybe you're transitioning or feeling un-rooted, on an edge, lost, anxious, and/or addicted? Our identities and perspectives are informed by how we relate to and make sense of these, and our other human, experiences. Knowledge of that we call 'self' is a continual and creative process, and includes integration of the unconscious - the parts of the psyche yet unknown to us. I help clients find focus and relax preconceived notions of how growth and healing occurs. This allows one to learn from their symptoms in order to ease suffering - to hold paradox.
(505) 633-7170 View (505) 633-7170
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Dr. Rosemary A Nowak
Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87112
I can offer guidance to adults, teens, and families who desire support during the grief process, those who struggle with chronic illness, anxiety, and depression.
I am accepting new clients! I work in partnership with clients and together identify your goals for therapy. Most importantly, we will identify your strengths; explore what is working well and establish what you want to be different in your life. We will cultivate a plan to accomplish the goals that you set forth for positive change. I define my principal approach to counseling as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based, Positive Psychology, Trauma Informed, Client-centered, Narrative (Talk) Therapy, while I also enjoy the practical nature of Brief, Solution-Focused Therapy.
I can offer guidance to adults, teens, and families who desire support during the grief process, those who struggle with chronic illness, anxiety, and depression.
I am accepting new clients! I work in partnership with clients and together identify your goals for therapy. Most importantly, we will identify your strengths; explore what is working well and establish what you want to be different in your life. We will cultivate a plan to accomplish the goals that you set forth for positive change. I define my principal approach to counseling as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based, Positive Psychology, Trauma Informed, Client-centered, Narrative (Talk) Therapy, while I also enjoy the practical nature of Brief, Solution-Focused Therapy.
(505) 337-3142 View (505) 337-3142
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Elizabeth Kershner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
My experience includes working with people with the following concerns-anxiety and depression, bipolar disorder, chronic illness, life transitions including end of life, neurodivergence, and relationship problems.
Hi, and welcome to my telehealth practice! My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make changes they feel are necessary to improve their quality of life. My approach includes a strengths-based perspective, exploring the past to inform present with CBT-informed practice. I see each person as whole just as they are, and as a partner with me in the therapy process. You can expect to be treated with respect, compassion and empathy, and without judgement or criticism. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2006.
My experience includes working with people with the following concerns-anxiety and depression, bipolar disorder, chronic illness, life transitions including end of life, neurodivergence, and relationship problems.
Hi, and welcome to my telehealth practice! My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make changes they feel are necessary to improve their quality of life. My approach includes a strengths-based perspective, exploring the past to inform present with CBT-informed practice. I see each person as whole just as they are, and as a partner with me in the therapy process. You can expect to be treated with respect, compassion and empathy, and without judgement or criticism. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2006.
(505) 421-6820 View (505) 421-6820
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Cecilia Biglieri
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87108  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual, licensed psychotherapist with 28 years of experience. My training includes graduating from programs in the USA, Mexico and Argentina. I integrate different modalities to help clients find relief from psychological pain, as well as find meaning and purpose in their lives. I am also a cancer survivor who has successfully dealt with these issues in my life.
I am a bilingual, licensed psychotherapist with 28 years of experience. My training includes graduating from programs in the USA, Mexico and Argentina. I integrate different modalities to help clients find relief from psychological pain, as well as find meaning and purpose in their lives. I am also a cancer survivor who has successfully dealt with these issues in my life.
(505) 726-4060 View (505) 726-4060
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Danelle Becklund
Counselor, LPCC, CH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Is it time for you to feel free from stress and anxiety? Is it time to make changes to old patterns that no longer serve you? Hypnosis is a transformative process where the therapist and participant work collaboratively to achieve the desired outcome. The therapist helps the person tap into inner resources and strengths that can aid in the healing process. The expectancy of the outcome is important and both parties work together to help reach desired results. The sessions are recorded for the participants to listen to and practice on their own.
Is it time for you to feel free from stress and anxiety? Is it time to make changes to old patterns that no longer serve you? Hypnosis is a transformative process where the therapist and participant work collaboratively to achieve the desired outcome. The therapist helps the person tap into inner resources and strengths that can aid in the healing process. The expectancy of the outcome is important and both parties work together to help reach desired results. The sessions are recorded for the participants to listen to and practice on their own.
(505) 933-8581 View (505) 933-8581
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Mindy (Melinda) Cardenas
Counselor, LPCC, EXAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87102  (Online Only)
Are you a person that is creative, expressive, and interested in more out of therapy than simply talking through things? I am an "outside of the box" therapist combining body based, creative, mindful practices in session, tailoring an individual and unique approach to fit your needs. I work to create an emotionally safe environment, free of judgment, supporting your strengths & helping you develop insight, understanding, & strategies to support you as you move through therapy.
Are you a person that is creative, expressive, and interested in more out of therapy than simply talking through things? I am an "outside of the box" therapist combining body based, creative, mindful practices in session, tailoring an individual and unique approach to fit your needs. I work to create an emotionally safe environment, free of judgment, supporting your strengths & helping you develop insight, understanding, & strategies to support you as you move through therapy.
(505) 587-0989 View (505) 587-0989
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Ivy Anna Rizzo
Counselor, MA, LPCC, RYT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87104
I’m a highly experienced psychotherapist working with clients in Santa Fe and Albuquerque. I love moving with people through the places they want to change and grow. I’m honored to help those seeking clarity, calm, wisdom, freedom, and understanding.
I’m a highly experienced psychotherapist working with clients in Santa Fe and Albuquerque. I love moving with people through the places they want to change and grow. I’m honored to help those seeking clarity, calm, wisdom, freedom, and understanding.
(505) 405-4562 View (505) 405-4562
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Ben Greenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87105  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Perhaps you're struggling to adapt to challenging circumstances, resolve issues in relationships, process difficult experiences, break harmful habits, or simply just feel better.
Perhaps you're struggling to adapt to challenging circumstances, resolve issues in relationships, process difficult experiences, break harmful habits, or simply just feel better.
(505) 657-3142 View (505) 657-3142
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Claire McMahon Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87196  (Online Only)
Hello! Welcome. I work with teens and adults, and couples. My main focus has become helping people with Complex and Developmental Trauma. I am very comfortable with complicated family systems. I am very respectful of each person's uniqueness. I am quite open and do not have an agenda with clients.
Hello! Welcome. I work with teens and adults, and couples. My main focus has become helping people with Complex and Developmental Trauma. I am very comfortable with complicated family systems. I am very respectful of each person's uniqueness. I am quite open and do not have an agenda with clients.
(505) 465-8215 View (505) 465-8215
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Becky Paskind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
Your eldering can and should be vibrant and happy. For a long time, we believed development stopped when an individual entered adulthood. This is far from true. Not all the transitions of middle and later life are easy or welcome. No one has to feel depressed, alone, bored, isolated and forgotten. I support individuals, couples, families and caregivers as they navigate the important transitions of later life. Later life is a time of dynamic personal change and growth.
Your eldering can and should be vibrant and happy. For a long time, we believed development stopped when an individual entered adulthood. This is far from true. Not all the transitions of middle and later life are easy or welcome. No one has to feel depressed, alone, bored, isolated and forgotten. I support individuals, couples, families and caregivers as they navigate the important transitions of later life. Later life is a time of dynamic personal change and growth.
(505) 726-4930 View (505) 726-4930
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Avenidas Nuevas Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87106
I've been involved in the social service/mental health field since 07. My experience and career of assisting other ranges from working at a homeless shelter to incarcerated youth to Adult Inpatient Psych to One on one/Group General Mental Health concerns. Many of client concerns that I have assisted range from past/present trauma events, distorted view of self, and substance abuse and life transitions and cognitive distortions and depressed/anxious mood and etc. All with the goal of seeking some form of peace and balance in their lives.
I've been involved in the social service/mental health field since 07. My experience and career of assisting other ranges from working at a homeless shelter to incarcerated youth to Adult Inpatient Psych to One on one/Group General Mental Health concerns. Many of client concerns that I have assisted range from past/present trauma events, distorted view of self, and substance abuse and life transitions and cognitive distortions and depressed/anxious mood and etc. All with the goal of seeking some form of peace and balance in their lives.
(505) 240-8938 View (505) 240-8938
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Johanne Leger
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107
I believe that meaningful therapy is possible when you feel deeply heard, understood, and appreciated while you are experiencing challenges that may seem overwhelming. Your unique story is important to me and we can work together to try and make sense of it. I take time to listen and learn what is most helpful for your growth and well-being. This includes hearing about your strengths as well as your struggles. You are encouraged to share your ideas about what you hope to accomplish as we create goals together.
I believe that meaningful therapy is possible when you feel deeply heard, understood, and appreciated while you are experiencing challenges that may seem overwhelming. Your unique story is important to me and we can work together to try and make sense of it. I take time to listen and learn what is most helpful for your growth and well-being. This includes hearing about your strengths as well as your struggles. You are encouraged to share your ideas about what you hope to accomplish as we create goals together.
(505) 605-2824 View (505) 605-2824
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Lynne M Treibel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Want to live with a greater capacity for joy, wholeness, and satisfaction? You might be wanting to reach out to someone, to improve your relationship, to make some changes, or to experience relief from what you're going through or what you've been feeling lately. That's healthy, and this is a great place to start. Welcome. Let's talk.
Want to live with a greater capacity for joy, wholeness, and satisfaction? You might be wanting to reach out to someone, to improve your relationship, to make some changes, or to experience relief from what you're going through or what you've been feeling lately. That's healthy, and this is a great place to start. Welcome. Let's talk.
(505) 355-0022 View (505) 355-0022
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Melinda Frasco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Whether you are dealing with relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD (trauma) or addictions, I’m here to help! I believe that we all do much better when we have positive support and accountability to help us overcome our fears and live our best lives.
Whether you are dealing with relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD (trauma) or addictions, I’m here to help! I believe that we all do much better when we have positive support and accountability to help us overcome our fears and live our best lives.
(505) 266-8168 View (505) 266-8168
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Creative Emergence Counseling & Wellness
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87120
Chad Pfeiffer, LPCC is Diné, and has lived on & off the Navajo Nation. Chad incorporates both Indigenous & Western theoretical orientations to best serve the mental, emotional, behavioral and spiritual health of people. He has had opportunities to meet with many Knowledge Keepers, throughout Indian Country, fostering the spirit of wellness & cultural identity. Chad supports indigenous individuals, families & communities as both a licensed professional counselor and also as a traditional cultural counselor.
Chad Pfeiffer, LPCC is Diné, and has lived on & off the Navajo Nation. Chad incorporates both Indigenous & Western theoretical orientations to best serve the mental, emotional, behavioral and spiritual health of people. He has had opportunities to meet with many Knowledge Keepers, throughout Indian Country, fostering the spirit of wellness & cultural identity. Chad supports indigenous individuals, families & communities as both a licensed professional counselor and also as a traditional cultural counselor.
(505) 289-0753 View (505) 289-0753
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Catherine Haun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87108
You are overwhelmed. It's hard to remember when you felt pleasure on a regular basis. You don't know where to start. The strategies that used to work don't any longer. You might have friends, but this feels like too much of a burden for friends. And Maybe there is shame or anger? You are out looking for yourself, actually-and this is great, honorable work (although it can feel excruciating). I will help you find that starting place. I will be the the witness. I will share my opinions, but it will be your life and wants that guide the process.
You are overwhelmed. It's hard to remember when you felt pleasure on a regular basis. You don't know where to start. The strategies that used to work don't any longer. You might have friends, but this feels like too much of a burden for friends. And Maybe there is shame or anger? You are out looking for yourself, actually-and this is great, honorable work (although it can feel excruciating). I will help you find that starting place. I will be the the witness. I will share my opinions, but it will be your life and wants that guide the process.
(505) 391-5954 View (505) 391-5954
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Anna Koch
Counselor, NCC, CRC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87114  (Online Only)
Making the decision to find a counselor can be hard. You may have tried fixing the problem on your own multiple times without success. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, addiction, or managing life's ups and downs and you are ready for a change, therapy can help. I am a trained professional who provides support, guidance, and evidenced based treatment strategies that can help you develop effective strategies toward finding solutions and relief from your problems. If you are ready to put in the work to make the changes you desire, reach out to me and we can discuss options.
Making the decision to find a counselor can be hard. You may have tried fixing the problem on your own multiple times without success. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, addiction, or managing life's ups and downs and you are ready for a change, therapy can help. I am a trained professional who provides support, guidance, and evidenced based treatment strategies that can help you develop effective strategies toward finding solutions and relief from your problems. If you are ready to put in the work to make the changes you desire, reach out to me and we can discuss options.
(505) 502-4539 View (505) 502-4539
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Help 4 you, LLC
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87111  (Online Only)
Most people just want to be heard. They want to know that someone is listening to them and someone cares. Further, most of us contain the answers to our questions. We simply need someone to support us and remind us of our great worth and value. Within this environment of support we are able to discover within ourselves what we have been lacking, where we are in need and what will improve our lives. You are capable, you can do this! I wish to congratulate you on coming this far, you are not alone and there is not something “wrong” with you. Actually, there are some great attributes within or you would not have had the courage.
Most people just want to be heard. They want to know that someone is listening to them and someone cares. Further, most of us contain the answers to our questions. We simply need someone to support us and remind us of our great worth and value. Within this environment of support we are able to discover within ourselves what we have been lacking, where we are in need and what will improve our lives. You are capable, you can do this! I wish to congratulate you on coming this far, you are not alone and there is not something “wrong” with you. Actually, there are some great attributes within or you would not have had the courage.
(505) 657-2799 View (505) 657-2799
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Elisharose Jonn Trujillo
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Over years of professional practice, I have developed a thoughtful approach in providing therapy for children, parents, adolescents, individual therapy for adults. I am passionate about helping teens and adults who struggle with the experiences of PTSD, General Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Autism and other difficulties in adjusting to the growth of life.
Over years of professional practice, I have developed a thoughtful approach in providing therapy for children, parents, adolescents, individual therapy for adults. I am passionate about helping teens and adults who struggle with the experiences of PTSD, General Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Autism and other difficulties in adjusting to the growth of life.
(505) 750-9458 View (505) 750-9458

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How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.