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Katherine Tessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Interpersonal Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
My clients bring in a range of issues and have varying ideas of what they would like to change about themselves and/or their lives -- but they all have one thing in common, and that is motivation for change. Therapy can, and should, be a place for self-reflection and self-improvement and I am here to support that process. While a lot of my experience has been with children/adolescents and mood disorders, I approach every client with an open mind and heart, and strive to always create a safe and inviting space.
I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Interpersonal Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
My clients bring in a range of issues and have varying ideas of what they would like to change about themselves and/or their lives -- but they all have one thing in common, and that is motivation for change. Therapy can, and should, be a place for self-reflection and self-improvement and I am here to support that process. While a lot of my experience has been with children/adolescents and mood disorders, I approach every client with an open mind and heart, and strive to always create a safe and inviting space.
(505) 636-3972 View (505) 636-3972
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Bruno Nora
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87102  (Online Only)
I use EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Forward-Focus Trauma Therapy to facilitate clients' awareness, healing, and emotional growth.
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!
I use EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Forward-Focus Trauma Therapy to facilitate clients' awareness, healing, and emotional growth.
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!
(575) 708-6385 View (575) 708-6385
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Dr. Valerie Hope
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87122
I utilize multiple modalities that may include: CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Play Therapy, Exposure/Response Prevention, Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure, Reality Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, and Parenting.
Accepting NEW clients. I feel privileged that you are reading this to potentially help you, a loved one, or someone you know. I would love to join you on your journey of nurturing your emotional health. Are you the one that has been considering counseling, but keep talking yourself out of it because you have lived with many of these symptoms for so long, and think you can just keep going on with them. My philosophy in counseling is to help others be the best version of themselves, promote healing, reach their potential with their goals, guide them on how to get there while overcoming any barriers.
I utilize multiple modalities that may include: CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Play Therapy, Exposure/Response Prevention, Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure, Reality Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, and Parenting.
Accepting NEW clients. I feel privileged that you are reading this to potentially help you, a loved one, or someone you know. I would love to join you on your journey of nurturing your emotional health. Are you the one that has been considering counseling, but keep talking yourself out of it because you have lived with many of these symptoms for so long, and think you can just keep going on with them. My philosophy in counseling is to help others be the best version of themselves, promote healing, reach their potential with their goals, guide them on how to get there while overcoming any barriers.
(817) 242-5607 View (817) 242-5607
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Holly Barrett Waldron
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
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.
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.
(505) 560-2032 View (505) 560-2032
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Odyssey Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LPCC, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107
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.
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.
(505) 333-4316 View (505) 333-4316
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Paul D Garver
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Whether facing anxiety, depression, the echoes of trauma, the stressors of work, home, school, family, or other mental and emotional challenges, we all desire and deserve to live wise, enriching, meaningful, and happy lives. I look forward to working with clients who wish to engage in self-discovery, healing, and renewal by developing and using insights and tools gained in therapy and strengthened in daily life.
Whether facing anxiety, depression, the echoes of trauma, the stressors of work, home, school, family, or other mental and emotional challenges, we all desire and deserve to live wise, enriching, meaningful, and happy lives. I look forward to working with clients who wish to engage in self-discovery, healing, and renewal by developing and using insights and tools gained in therapy and strengthened in daily life.
(505) 421-6968 View (505) 421-6968
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DulceSalado Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, LPCC, LMHC, PhD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Life is a combination of both pleasant and unpleasant experiences. It's like having sweet and salty memories. We understand that maintaining a healthy life requires a balance between the good and the bad experiences. We also acknowledge that there is no such thing as a perfect life. We don't claim that therapy can magically solve all your problems. Rather, our approach aims to teach you how to coexist with conflicts and navigate through life's challenges. That's why we are DulceSalado. We are here to help you navigate this journey.
Life is a combination of both pleasant and unpleasant experiences. It's like having sweet and salty memories. We understand that maintaining a healthy life requires a balance between the good and the bad experiences. We also acknowledge that there is no such thing as a perfect life. We don't claim that therapy can magically solve all your problems. Rather, our approach aims to teach you how to coexist with conflicts and navigate through life's challenges. That's why we are DulceSalado. We are here to help you navigate this journey.
(505) 557-2230 View (505) 557-2230
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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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Umoja Behavioral Health, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPCC, C-FNP, PA-S, CPSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Umoja Behavioral Health is an Intensive Outpatient Provider in the State of New Mexico. We provide telehealth services except in extremely unique circumstances. Umoja Behavioral Health's (UBH) philosophy is rooted in addressing the needs of the whole person as part of Behavioral Health. Our practice is built on principles that acknowledge culture and spirituality. We acknowledge that for some, their wellness has been greatly impacted by oppression, and marginalization. Social justice is a foundational value for UBH. UBH encourages spiritual practices that are empowering and that have meaning for you. You DO NOT HAVE to DO yoga.
Umoja Behavioral Health is an Intensive Outpatient Provider in the State of New Mexico. We provide telehealth services except in extremely unique circumstances. Umoja Behavioral Health's (UBH) philosophy is rooted in addressing the needs of the whole person as part of Behavioral Health. Our practice is built on principles that acknowledge culture and spirituality. We acknowledge that for some, their wellness has been greatly impacted by oppression, and marginalization. Social justice is a foundational value for UBH. UBH encourages spiritual practices that are empowering and that have meaning for you. You DO NOT HAVE to DO yoga.
(505) 405-2482 View (505) 405-2482
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Loyce L. Starke
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept new clients at this time. If you are looking for a counselor, you are motivated to make changes in your life. Most people seek counseling when their lives and emotions seem overwhelming and unmanageable. From this painful place, healing is possible. I have assisted others in moving from this dark place to a place of self knowledge, change, self acceptance and joy.I have 20 years of experience specializing in the treatment of trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, and mood disorders.
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept new clients at this time. If you are looking for a counselor, you are motivated to make changes in your life. Most people seek counseling when their lives and emotions seem overwhelming and unmanageable. From this painful place, healing is possible. I have assisted others in moving from this dark place to a place of self knowledge, change, self acceptance and joy.I have 20 years of experience specializing in the treatment of trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, and mood disorders.
(505) 375-6468 View (505) 375-6468
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Karola Silke Loos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87114
I have been in practice for over 15 years on the Westside of town and I am accepting new patients from Albuquerque and it's outlying areas.. My main therapy modalities used are Talk Therapy/Narrative Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am currently accepting new patients on a self pay basis, with several insurances to be accepted shortly.
I have been in practice for over 15 years on the Westside of town and I am accepting new patients from Albuquerque and it's outlying areas.. My main therapy modalities used are Talk Therapy/Narrative Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am currently accepting new patients on a self pay basis, with several insurances to be accepted shortly.
(505) 588-6094 View (505) 588-6094
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Fundamental Therapy Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Hola! My name is Vanessa Rodriguez, LCSW and my greatest hope for you is that therapy supports you with living a wholesome life with self-acceptance. Throughout my years of experience, I developed the ability to work with different patient populations. Combining my bilingual and bicultural abilities with my clinical background, I can deliver a full range of services to individuals and communities alike while treating them respectfully, and compassionately taking into account their circumstances. All of my therapy treatments include a trauma informed approach. My background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults.
Hola! My name is Vanessa Rodriguez, LCSW and my greatest hope for you is that therapy supports you with living a wholesome life with self-acceptance. Throughout my years of experience, I developed the ability to work with different patient populations. Combining my bilingual and bicultural abilities with my clinical background, I can deliver a full range of services to individuals and communities alike while treating them respectfully, and compassionately taking into account their circumstances. All of my therapy treatments include a trauma informed approach. My background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults.
(505) 591-6346 View (505) 591-6346
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Mind Over Matters Holistic Wellness, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Congratulations on taking the first step to feeling better. Let’s collaborate and sort through the things on your plate. I will bring to the table my years of experience and a plethora of ideas. I am creative, innovative and enthusiastic. Healing doesn’t have to be painful and grueling. I am mindful of keeping the energy balanced. I have an eclectic approach to therapy that is holistic and strengths based.
Congratulations on taking the first step to feeling better. Let’s collaborate and sort through the things on your plate. I will bring to the table my years of experience and a plethora of ideas. I am creative, innovative and enthusiastic. Healing doesn’t have to be painful and grueling. I am mindful of keeping the energy balanced. I have an eclectic approach to therapy that is holistic and strengths based.
(505) 207-5608 View (505) 207-5608
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Dusty L Humes, Ph.D., Clinical & Forensic Svcs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87104  (Online Only)
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
(505) 806-1446 View (505) 806-1446
Photo of Andrew Dubach, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Albuquerque, NM
Andrew Dubach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87112
Hello, thank you for considering me in your search for a therapist. I offer you a genuine, honest and supportive therapeutic relationship to create a safe place for you to be heard, recognizing how truly amazing you are, working together to change your life, learning new techniques to improve each day and actually feeling better. If you have made it this far, then you are ready to take the next step. If you choose me, then know I will do my absolute best to support you feeling better and use effective clinical techniques to improve your life. There are many therapists, what sets me apart is that you are my most important client.
Hello, thank you for considering me in your search for a therapist. I offer you a genuine, honest and supportive therapeutic relationship to create a safe place for you to be heard, recognizing how truly amazing you are, working together to change your life, learning new techniques to improve each day and actually feeling better. If you have made it this far, then you are ready to take the next step. If you choose me, then know I will do my absolute best to support you feeling better and use effective clinical techniques to improve your life. There are many therapists, what sets me apart is that you are my most important client.
(505) 375-6572 View (505) 375-6572
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Mind Heart Health, llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87108  (Online Only)
If you’re an individual or couple with past or current trauma, or an LGBTQIA+ teen or adult, I may be the right therapist for you. I use an eclectic approach with elements of CBT, MI, ACT, and SFBT. I also now offer IFS (parts work) informed treatment if you’re looking for somatic therapy. The work I do is unique to each client or set of clients, as each diagnosis presents differently depending on the host. I also work well with teens and parents. I cut my therapist teeth at a homeless shelter for teens for the first four years of my career. I have a keen understanding of the ways teens and parents relate.
If you’re an individual or couple with past or current trauma, or an LGBTQIA+ teen or adult, I may be the right therapist for you. I use an eclectic approach with elements of CBT, MI, ACT, and SFBT. I also now offer IFS (parts work) informed treatment if you’re looking for somatic therapy. The work I do is unique to each client or set of clients, as each diagnosis presents differently depending on the host. I also work well with teens and parents. I cut my therapist teeth at a homeless shelter for teens for the first four years of my career. I have a keen understanding of the ways teens and parents relate.
(505) 375-6287 View (505) 375-6287
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Cam Bui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MBA
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
Cam came to the states as a refugee when she was two years old, due to the fall of Saigon. She was raised in New Mexico and received a dual masters MSW/MBA at New Mexico Highlands University. Cam has more than 25 years’ experience in the health and behavioral health field. Cam was also an Adjunct Professor for NMHU teaching senior-level social work students mainly focusing on Cultural Diversity & Multicultural Theory and Case Management.
Cam came to the states as a refugee when she was two years old, due to the fall of Saigon. She was raised in New Mexico and received a dual masters MSW/MBA at New Mexico Highlands University. Cam has more than 25 years’ experience in the health and behavioral health field. Cam was also an Adjunct Professor for NMHU teaching senior-level social work students mainly focusing on Cultural Diversity & Multicultural Theory and Case Management.
(505) 309-4469 View (505) 309-4469
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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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Christina Forde
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87112
Waitlist for new clients
**Unfortunately I have no availability****Welcome and thank you for visiting. There are many professional therapists to choose from. It's often hard to distinguish between everyone and feel you've made the right decision. Finding a genuine connection can take time. It's alright to change your mind if you don't feel comfortable. The best counseling environment encourages exploration of who you are with someone you trust, accepts you as you are, and travels where you feel needed to go. I hope when we work together that you feel this connection.
**Unfortunately I have no availability****Welcome and thank you for visiting. There are many professional therapists to choose from. It's often hard to distinguish between everyone and feel you've made the right decision. Finding a genuine connection can take time. It's alright to change your mind if you don't feel comfortable. The best counseling environment encourages exploration of who you are with someone you trust, accepts you as you are, and travels where you feel needed to go. I hope when we work together that you feel this connection.
(505) 295-2595 View (505) 295-2595
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High Desert Healing LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107
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!
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!
(505) 705-8187 View (505) 705-8187


Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.