Therapists in New Mexico
Trish Korenchen Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
I passionately treat PTSD, anxiety, depression and addiction that supports your personal resolution and a meaningful life.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed and struggling with intrusive negative thoughts and not sure why? Do you have muscle tension, tightness in the chest, or have difficulty sleeping at night? I love the therapy process and am committed to helping people patiently address their past trauma and begin to live more fully in the present moment. I believe that therapy can help build skills for people who are navigating the transformation of difficult life circumstances into meaningful life experiences. I am devoted to providing a safe environment for resolving conflicts and developing skills through compassion, warmth, and humor.
I passionately treat PTSD, anxiety, depression and addiction that supports your personal resolution and a meaningful life.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed and struggling with intrusive negative thoughts and not sure why? Do you have muscle tension, tightness in the chest, or have difficulty sleeping at night? I love the therapy process and am committed to helping people patiently address their past trauma and begin to live more fully in the present moment. I believe that therapy can help build skills for people who are navigating the transformation of difficult life circumstances into meaningful life experiences. I am devoted to providing a safe environment for resolving conflicts and developing skills through compassion, warmth, and humor.
Tess Kim
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87105
Individuals 18 over couples, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma (PTSD or Complex PTSD), Grief & Loss, Lifecycle change related issues, Addictions, Attachment related trauma, Abortion related trauma, Sexual abuse related trauma, Self-esteem / Self-empowerment related issues.
Hello, my name is Tess Kim, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I was born and raised in S. Korea and immigrated to US at the age of 18 years old. I understand changes can be challenging, and difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, or lack of direction, it can be hard to know what to do. With compassion and knowledge, I will support you to work through issues while identifying your inner strengths to be a happier and healthier version of you. I describe myself as compassionate and understanding. I look forward to taking the journey of healing with you.
Individuals 18 over couples, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma (PTSD or Complex PTSD), Grief & Loss, Lifecycle change related issues, Addictions, Attachment related trauma, Abortion related trauma, Sexual abuse related trauma, Self-esteem / Self-empowerment related issues.
Hello, my name is Tess Kim, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I was born and raised in S. Korea and immigrated to US at the age of 18 years old. I understand changes can be challenging, and difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, or lack of direction, it can be hard to know what to do. With compassion and knowledge, I will support you to work through issues while identifying your inner strengths to be a happier and healthier version of you. I describe myself as compassionate and understanding. I look forward to taking the journey of healing with you.
Martha Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
We are excited to meet you on your journey to healing. We are committed to providing therapy services that are both compassionate and empowering. We work with adolescents, adults, and families. Our approach to family therapy is through a systemic perspective. Trying to understand individual behavior within the context of the family. We have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, behavioral issues, attachment disorders, and marital and family issues. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity.
We are excited to meet you on your journey to healing. We are committed to providing therapy services that are both compassionate and empowering. We work with adolescents, adults, and families. Our approach to family therapy is through a systemic perspective. Trying to understand individual behavior within the context of the family. We have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, behavioral issues, attachment disorders, and marital and family issues. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity.
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
I have been in practice for many years and have been helping people manage many personal problems. I specialize in helping medical professionals. I believe in giving people respect, support and help in understanding life's challenges. Depression and anxiety are the most common problems I see, wrapped in the context of many life changes, disappointments and traumas. Feel free to ask about specific issues. Diagnoses - developed in order for mental health professionals to be included in insurance; they are averages, not personal identities. Diagnoses are over-used, in my opinion - they have some relevance - they don't define a person.
I have been in practice for many years and have been helping people manage many personal problems. I specialize in helping medical professionals. I believe in giving people respect, support and help in understanding life's challenges. Depression and anxiety are the most common problems I see, wrapped in the context of many life changes, disappointments and traumas. Feel free to ask about specific issues. Diagnoses - developed in order for mental health professionals to be included in insurance; they are averages, not personal identities. Diagnoses are over-used, in my opinion - they have some relevance - they don't define a person.
Daniel Mintie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Taos, NM 87571 (Online Only)
Welcome, and thanks for visiting! I'm an adjunct professor at Georgetown University's School of Medicine and have a clinical practice based in Taos, New Mexico USA. I have 32 years experience treating children, adults and couples and specialize in the skilled, compassionate healing of anxiety, depression and PTSD. I'm the author of four books and teach CBT at universities and training centers worldwide, including the University of New Mexico, the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuroscience in Bangalore, India, Mexico City’s Universidad Hebraica, and the Zentrum fur Psychotherapie in Stuttgart, Germany.
Welcome, and thanks for visiting! I'm an adjunct professor at Georgetown University's School of Medicine and have a clinical practice based in Taos, New Mexico USA. I have 32 years experience treating children, adults and couples and specialize in the skilled, compassionate healing of anxiety, depression and PTSD. I'm the author of four books and teach CBT at universities and training centers worldwide, including the University of New Mexico, the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuroscience in Bangalore, India, Mexico City’s Universidad Hebraica, and the Zentrum fur Psychotherapie in Stuttgart, Germany.
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.
Mj Cunningham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTSF
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110 (Online Only)
*YES, I am currently accepting new clients for teletherapy*. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, work issues, or relationship issues? Do you need parenting support or guidance with career/ education issues? Thinking about making a big change in life? I am ready to help teach you strategies and tools to improve your life, thinking, and wellbeing. I specialize in individual therapy for adults and teens. Together we'll develop the most effective treatment model to meet your needs. As a licensed clinical social worker in New Mexico, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
*YES, I am currently accepting new clients for teletherapy*. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, work issues, or relationship issues? Do you need parenting support or guidance with career/ education issues? Thinking about making a big change in life? I am ready to help teach you strategies and tools to improve your life, thinking, and wellbeing. I specialize in individual therapy for adults and teens. Together we'll develop the most effective treatment model to meet your needs. As a licensed clinical social worker in New Mexico, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Rosa Gallegos-Samora
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87107
My clinical experience also includes treating substance abuse disorders, anxiety, depression, dissociation, history of incarceration, and history of homelessness.
*TELEHEALTH ONLY* You are not alone. Whether you’ve suffered the loss of a loved one, survived traumatic life experiences, trying to maintain your sobriety or recovery, or you’re trying to figure out how to love yourself…I am here to help and support you so you don’t have to do this alone.
My clinical experience also includes treating substance abuse disorders, anxiety, depression, dissociation, history of incarceration, and history of homelessness.
*TELEHEALTH ONLY* You are not alone. Whether you’ve suffered the loss of a loved one, survived traumatic life experiences, trying to maintain your sobriety or recovery, or you’re trying to figure out how to love yourself…I am here to help and support you so you don’t have to do this alone.
Taylor Field
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taos, NM 87571 (Online Only)
My specialities include anxiety, depression, self esteem struggles, OCD, bipolar, couples, and transitions in life.
My goal in psychotherapy is to establish a genuine relationship with my clients in order to foster emotional growth and change. We participate in an empathetic collaboration to address emotional and/or behavioral struggles with sensitivity to strengths and limitations. As my clients gain insights into their lives, I encourage them to consider taking actions to affect change. They thereby gain self confidence and a sense of well-being that empower them to reach their goals. In our exchanges we discuss the emotional, cultural, and social conditions that they face, in order to promote greater self-awareness.
My specialities include anxiety, depression, self esteem struggles, OCD, bipolar, couples, and transitions in life.
My goal in psychotherapy is to establish a genuine relationship with my clients in order to foster emotional growth and change. We participate in an empathetic collaboration to address emotional and/or behavioral struggles with sensitivity to strengths and limitations. As my clients gain insights into their lives, I encourage them to consider taking actions to affect change. They thereby gain self confidence and a sense of well-being that empower them to reach their goals. In our exchanges we discuss the emotional, cultural, and social conditions that they face, in order to promote greater self-awareness.
James Hunt
Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Change and impermanence are the great constants in our lives. If you are in a time of transition, and are experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, health issues, or relationship concerns, I would like to meet with you. I hold a Ph.D.in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in depth psychology. I bring a psychodynamic and relational perspective to consultations with adults of all ages. With mindfulness and compassion, we create together a safe and confidential alliance for exploration of old limitations and emerging possibilities.
Change and impermanence are the great constants in our lives. If you are in a time of transition, and are experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, health issues, or relationship concerns, I would like to meet with you. I hold a Ph.D.in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in depth psychology. I bring a psychodynamic and relational perspective to consultations with adults of all ages. With mindfulness and compassion, we create together a safe and confidential alliance for exploration of old limitations and emerging possibilities.
Philip Reed Larsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyaD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
I work with adolescents and adults struggling through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance abuse, college and life transition anxieties and cultural issues.
Sometimes it is difficult to make sense of thoughts and feelings, especially when many of us are told not to listen to what is happening inside. People seek therapy because they want to have a more satisfying life, and have been unable to achieve their goals due to internal and external stresses. It is difficult to discover what we already know and to bring that knowledge usefully into the world in the midst of the incessant demands of everyday life. I work with adults, adolescents and families on anxiety, depression and interpersonal problems that cause them concern. I find it very rewarding, working together toward a richer life.
I work with adolescents and adults struggling through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance abuse, college and life transition anxieties and cultural issues.
Sometimes it is difficult to make sense of thoughts and feelings, especially when many of us are told not to listen to what is happening inside. People seek therapy because they want to have a more satisfying life, and have been unable to achieve their goals due to internal and external stresses. It is difficult to discover what we already know and to bring that knowledge usefully into the world in the midst of the incessant demands of everyday life. I work with adults, adolescents and families on anxiety, depression and interpersonal problems that cause them concern. I find it very rewarding, working together toward a richer life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Whether you have been struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship/family challenges, or even if life is just overwhelming and stressful, I am here to assist you through it. Every life experience you have been through is unique to you, and I am here to help you identify your strengths to help break down the issues you are facing. Together, we will explore the ways in which you can help yourself.
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Rebecca Szymanski
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87120 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with adults trying to cope with the outcome of a difficult or abusive childhood. Therapy progresses through stages at a pace that is tailored to each person’s individual needs. The focus is on helping clients find a way out of the depression, anxiety, and fear toward a place of safety and greater peace of mind. In addition to this specialty, I provide counseling for adults with general mental health concerns.
I specialize in working with adults trying to cope with the outcome of a difficult or abusive childhood. Therapy progresses through stages at a pace that is tailored to each person’s individual needs. The focus is on helping clients find a way out of the depression, anxiety, and fear toward a place of safety and greater peace of mind. In addition to this specialty, I provide counseling for adults with general mental health concerns.
Odyssey Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LPCC, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107
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.
Maria Elena Alvarez
Counselor, MA, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Bilingual English/Spanish Psychotherapy & EMDR services provided by a mature experienced professional with insightful and compassionate counseling. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, my practice may be the right place for you. I have years of experience with individuals from around the world. Other areas of expertise include working with victims of sexual abuse. Psychological Immigration Assessment for Spanish speakers and trauma.
Bilingual English/Spanish Psychotherapy & EMDR services provided by a mature experienced professional with insightful and compassionate counseling. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, my practice may be the right place for you. I have years of experience with individuals from around the world. Other areas of expertise include working with victims of sexual abuse. Psychological Immigration Assessment for Spanish speakers and trauma.
Loren Elmaleh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501
In my practice I focus on helping clients achieve their goals in a safe, supportive environment. Working to increase their quality of life whether they suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression or anger. Once able to let go of past unhealthy patterns clients can be free to live up to their highest potential. I have much experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and enjoy the opportunity to do so.
In my practice I focus on helping clients achieve their goals in a safe, supportive environment. Working to increase their quality of life whether they suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression or anger. Once able to let go of past unhealthy patterns clients can be free to live up to their highest potential. I have much experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and enjoy the opportunity to do so.
Bruno Nora
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Taos, NM 87571 (Online Only)
I am a qualified Psychotherapist with several years of experience in the mental health field, specializing in trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and dysregulated emotions/behavior.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or worried? Do you struggle to get rid of unpleasant memories or traumatic events? Have you felt unmotivated, isolated, afraid of, guilty, or ashamed? New changes or challenges can be hard to adjust to, and stressors or negative memories can affect mood, behaviors, thoughts, and physical sensations. Moreover, similar symptoms and stressful moments in life can affect or impair our relationships, family, and work. It is never too late to be helped!
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Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or worried? Do you struggle to get rid of unpleasant memories or traumatic events? Have you felt unmotivated, isolated, afraid of, guilty, or ashamed? New changes or challenges can be hard to adjust to, and stressors or negative memories can affect mood, behaviors, thoughts, and physical sensations. Moreover, similar symptoms and stressful moments in life can affect or impair our relationships, family, and work. It is never too late to be helped!
Andrea Otero-Looney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87110
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.
Reynette Beynon
Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87113
Waitlist for new clients
I work mostly with adolescents aged 14+ as well as adults up to age 50. Much of what clients are looking for in counseling is a safe space where they can explore and process their trauma that has led to PTSD, depression, anxiety, or other disorders. The common goal tends to be symptom management and/or relief for most adults. For teens it can be important to have an adult outside of the home and outside of school who can listen empathically and objectively to what they’re experiencing, help with techniques in emotional regulation, and offer a safe space to discuss fears. With client-centered therapy a lot of this can be possible.
I work mostly with adolescents aged 14+ as well as adults up to age 50. Much of what clients are looking for in counseling is a safe space where they can explore and process their trauma that has led to PTSD, depression, anxiety, or other disorders. The common goal tends to be symptom management and/or relief for most adults. For teens it can be important to have an adult outside of the home and outside of school who can listen empathically and objectively to what they’re experiencing, help with techniques in emotional regulation, and offer a safe space to discuss fears. With client-centered therapy a lot of this can be possible.
Alisha Edmiston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for support in dealing with life's difficulties? If you are in a tough place due to experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma, lack of self-esteem, or find yourself stuck in emotions I want you to know there is help available. It's hard to know how to manage the things life can throw our way. No matter how difficult, there is a unique and authentic path you can discover with guidance and support. All it takes is an open mind and a willingness to take action to make intentional changes in your life.
Are you looking for support in dealing with life's difficulties? If you are in a tough place due to experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma, lack of self-esteem, or find yourself stuck in emotions I want you to know there is help available. It's hard to know how to manage the things life can throw our way. No matter how difficult, there is a unique and authentic path you can discover with guidance and support. All it takes is an open mind and a willingness to take action to make intentional changes in your life.
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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.