Family Therapy in New Mexico

Now accepting clients: We are a practice of 7 clinicians offering a variety of availability and services. We offer individual, teen, couples, and family therapy in a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental atmosphere. With our clinical skills we work collaboratively with our clients to overcome challenges they may be facing such as trouble sleeping, overthinking, issues in communication, relationship, grief, trauma, and depression to name a few. We believe we all carry the strength within to navigate this adventure called “life.” Let’s discover the best version of you! Mind, body, heart and spirit.

Let's work together to make your life better. My team at Umoja Behavioral Health and I work well with addictions, teens, sexual abuse, marriage/relationship problems and LGBTQ issues. We also work with those who are experiencing anxiety or fears about success, wish to improve coping and relationship skills, and to experience greater fulfillment in life. Culture, worldview, and knowledge of self represent the solution to problems as individuals--and as a society. I envision a world where everyone is authentic, engaged, and makes empowered choices rooted in passionate purpose.

Thank you for viewing our profile! We are a small locally owned outpatient mind and body healing center. We have ten therapists specializing in a wide variety of treatment modalities who provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We also now offer medication management services to individuals who are needing to be assessed for medication or need refills. Visit our website at www.HDHNM.com to see all we have to offer!

I help people recover from trauma. I know what it's like to wake up every day feeling disconnected and afraid. I know the depression, anxiety, and confusion that accompany surviving a traumatic experience. I know that it takes time to understand what you've been through; that it was real, it wasn't imagined, and that any damage done was not of your own making. I also know that healing is possible. It is possible for you to feel confident and safe in your own body. To trust yourself, and have faith in your choices. To know that you are not your past, you are already whole and complete, and YOU are the expert on your own life.

My theoretical framework is Relational Psychoanalytic Therapy which focuses on assimilating cognitive insight and emotional attachment. Relational analysis focuses on the elements of chronic trauma (CPTSD, anxiety, depression) between feelings, thoughts and behavior while examining the elements of rupture and psychological injury related to developmental derailments & toxic shame. I have extensive training in psychoanalytic therapy. I am licensed in the states of New Mexico, Maine, & Texas.

I am a New Mexico Licensed Social Worker with over 27 years of experience practicing in both New York and New Mexico. i have worked in a variety of clinical settings providing individual, family and group therapies to elementary and middle school students as well as adults, seniors, and veterans to overcome a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, anger, self esteem and coping deficits.

New Light Counseling provides a safe and non-judgmental space for healing. Our therapists utilize evidence-based therapies in treatment planning and session work. We work with you to develop meaningful goals for lasting solutions. Our therapists assist clients experiencing mood disorders, family and relationship dynamics, trauma, addictions, and overall life stressors. Reach out today to schedule your appointment!

As a therapist my driving passions are to help people overcome trauma, de-stigmatize mental health, and advocate for counseling, not just as a means of addressing mental illness but as a tool for self-exploration, healing, and growth. I know that therapy, or any commitment to change for that matter, can be scary and uncomfortable at times but I provide a calming space and an empathetic and unconditionally caring partner in your journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. I truly believe that counseling can be a means to a better, more satisfying and comfortable life for everyone.

Typically we put our self-care last on the list, only to pay a heavy price later. Can you imagine looking back a year from now and saying, “Wow, that truly doesn’t bother me any more.” Or, “I finally got to the next level.” Or, “I feel more myself now.” I am right here with you, every step of the journey, to help you meet your ultimate goal: Living Your Best Life. My therapeutic approach is direct, supportive, and collaborative. I provide sanctuary, a safe, non-judgmental space where you can spill out your heart and mind and begin to make sense of things. You’ll feel seen, heard, and acknowledged in a whole new way.

Individuals dealing with personal struggles who have reached a point in time in there life where they have found that the outside world cannot make their lives better and are willing to look within on what needs to change.

Have you ever noticed a circular pattern that goes like this: You begin to talk negatively about yourself, and your body, like an unwilling accomplice, is brought along for the ride? Do you catch yourself saying, "I'm not rich enough or smart enough. I don't look a certain way, have the right home, clothes, friends, etc." What kind of impact might this have on the body? Can such thoughts give rise to feelings of depression and/or anxiety? Traumatic events can lead to negative beliefs about self. Media can also contribute to the way in which the individual thinks and talks about the self, especially in relation to others.

Over 27 years I've had the privilege of helping children, teens, parents, co-parents, adults, and families; facing tough and painful circumstances. Family, Children's, Delinquency, and Criminal cases continues to lend support for those involved in legal matters. Parents are powerful influencers good & bad. I work to improve, empower and educate for more functional relationships. Children and teens often need an objective ear to help them with increasing pressures. Adults seeking support and problem-solving tools for relationships, career, and childhood-effects are also valued focus. This includes the effects of trauma and abuse.

Marissa is the Founder of Mindset Therapy and Wellness, an organization dedicated to mental health and wellness. Marissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Marissa is here to meet you wherever you are on your journey and to provide you with a safe environment. Marissa is dedicated about assisting each individual she works with in unearthing and constructing their narratives and mindsets, which she does with insight and humor. She is well-known for her approachable, open, and nonjudgmental personality. Marissa strives to assist each individual in reclaiming their own self.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I obtained my B.A. in psychology from Southern Illinois University. My interest in male/female relationships led me to pursue a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. But I don’t only work with families. Families are comprised of two individuals who were reared in his/her family of origin from which they developed their worldview and values. Two unique individuals come together, bringing their experiences with them into the relationship. These differences can result in conflict. My job is to help them see how the conflict arose and constructive ways to resolve

Are you looking to go beyond the surface and deep dive to discover the root of your suffering and struggles that you are facing? Are you needing to integrate pieces of your life story and make sense of something that has left you disjointed, disillusioned or trapped? Perhaps you are ready or feeling a need to create space to unfold some of the painful material that keeps you in perpetuating cycles or patterns that have been difficult to manage and break.

Having studying Mindfulness for the past 30+ years I have created evidence based Cognitive Behavioral / Mindfulness tools that help people face life crises by recognizing their own wisdom, resources, and the ability to exercise choice. This mind/body approach to health utilizes relaxation and focus tools that you can learn easily and use anywhere, anytime. You focus on what you can control to achieve your goals. These programs compliment the best medical treatment.

With more than 35 years of experience as a clinician, supervisor, and behavioral scientist developing effective therapies for individuals and families, I offer evidence-based treatment within a caring and understanding space for you to explore your concerns. Yet, if you struggle with overwhelming emotions, intrusive thoughts, troubled relationships, or just feel stuck, a weekly therapy visit can feel inadequate. I provide resources to help you cope in new, more adaptive ways and use texts and emails between visits as a support safety net to help sustain your progress. I am devoted to your success as you strive for a healthier life.

Individuals feel disconnected from their loved ones, their work and, most importantly, themselves when they experience trauma or abnormally high amounts of stress. They become anxious easily, they can be irritable, and they can relive traumatic events that can lead to life feeling completely unmanageable. Additionally, couples and families become 'stuck' when trauma, conflict, and other negative dynamics get in the way of vulnerability, communication, and the love that we crave from those close to us. Those caught in these painful patterns need support and the therapeutic process can be transformative.

From day one, I strive to create a comfortable environment in which my clients can feel at ease. I deeply respect the courage it takes to start therapy and am committed to providing an experience that resonates with you. ​ I am known for my warmth, patience, curiosity, and energy. Together, we will explore ways to proactively approach your goals and makes changes to the challenges you are experiencing. ​ I am deeply committed to supporting people who have experienced trauma as well as those who are dealing with challenges surrounding pregnancy, infertility, birth, loss, the postpartum period, and the transitions to parenthood.