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Michele M Donovan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with persons of all gender and gender non-conforming identities as well as all relationship orientations including consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, kink- friendly and traditional couples and marriage.
Just by showing up and reading this, you are brave! Looking for help isn’t always easy, but if any of the following resonates with you, I believe I can help! Do you find yourself feeling stuck in negative repetitive patterns? Overwhelmed and confused? Experiencing anxiety and/or depression and wanting more out of life but not sure how to get there. I know life can feel like an uphill battle at times, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I can support you through the challenging and confusing parts of your journey and share in the celebration of your successes in personal growth along the way.
I work with persons of all gender and gender non-conforming identities as well as all relationship orientations including consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, kink- friendly and traditional couples and marriage.
Just by showing up and reading this, you are brave! Looking for help isn’t always easy, but if any of the following resonates with you, I believe I can help! Do you find yourself feeling stuck in negative repetitive patterns? Overwhelmed and confused? Experiencing anxiety and/or depression and wanting more out of life but not sure how to get there. I know life can feel like an uphill battle at times, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I can support you through the challenging and confusing parts of your journey and share in the celebration of your successes in personal growth along the way.
(505) 295-2673 View (505) 295-2673
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Activate Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, NM 87401
Have you struggled with finding balance in your daily life? Peace in your marriage? Tangled with chaos in your family and or relationships? This upheaval can leave us feeling empty, frustrated, sad, and uncertain about the choices we make and what to do next. Having a place to turn where we can safely talk about what to do next can make all the difference for healthy change. This what therapy can do for you. It can be difficult and scary to take steps to make the call, however I can help.
Have you struggled with finding balance in your daily life? Peace in your marriage? Tangled with chaos in your family and or relationships? This upheaval can leave us feeling empty, frustrated, sad, and uncertain about the choices we make and what to do next. Having a place to turn where we can safely talk about what to do next can make all the difference for healthy change. This what therapy can do for you. It can be difficult and scary to take steps to make the call, however I can help.
(505) 393-7346 View (505) 393-7346
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Desert Sky Therapy Services, LLC-Paige Pierson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in trauma-focused adult therapy issues ranging from marriage/couples therapy, anxiety, depression, PTSD, abuse, family conflict, and the addiction cycle.
Hello! Thank you for reaching out and taking the first step. It’s my goal to assist my clients while they're working toward a healthier, happier life. I work with my clients to find a mindful approach through the acceptance of patterns of thoughts and beliefs. I feel it's important to provide support while trying to answer life's big questions. A person's thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes can directly affect their feelings and behaviors whether that be a result of learned responses or a trauma response. I'm happy you've decided to reach out! Please visit my waitlist to add your info; www.desertskytherapy.com
I specialize in trauma-focused adult therapy issues ranging from marriage/couples therapy, anxiety, depression, PTSD, abuse, family conflict, and the addiction cycle.
Hello! Thank you for reaching out and taking the first step. It’s my goal to assist my clients while they're working toward a healthier, happier life. I work with my clients to find a mindful approach through the acceptance of patterns of thoughts and beliefs. I feel it's important to provide support while trying to answer life's big questions. A person's thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes can directly affect their feelings and behaviors whether that be a result of learned responses or a trauma response. I'm happy you've decided to reach out! Please visit my waitlist to add your info; www.desertskytherapy.com
(505) 309-3266 View (505) 309-3266
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CK Olivieri Blackmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87108  (Online Only)
CK Olivieri Blackmore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who approaches life with warmth, compassion, and creativity. CK specializes in relationship dynamics, post-traumatic stress disorders, and developmental life transitions. She is particularly adept at issues pertaining to the queer community and their loved ones. CK utilizes eclectic modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, Gottman, and IFS to navigate the nuanced needs of her diverse clientele and the associated sexual and gendered concerns that arise. Blending insight-oriented and behavioral change practices, CK works from a quirky and truly innovative lens.
CK Olivieri Blackmore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who approaches life with warmth, compassion, and creativity. CK specializes in relationship dynamics, post-traumatic stress disorders, and developmental life transitions. She is particularly adept at issues pertaining to the queer community and their loved ones. CK utilizes eclectic modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, Gottman, and IFS to navigate the nuanced needs of her diverse clientele and the associated sexual and gendered concerns that arise. Blending insight-oriented and behavioral change practices, CK works from a quirky and truly innovative lens.
(518) 269-5458 View (518) 269-5458
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Tamera Nicole Rasmussen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, NCC, C-PD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Las Cruces, NM 88007  (Online Only)
Hi! While it is necessary to introduce myself according to my education, experience, licensing, and specializations it is more important to let you know that I am a human first. I live life just like you and experience parenting pitfalls, marriage challenges, financial quandaries, and all of the other stuff that life is made of. My role in your life isn’t to tell you what to do or how to do it, it is to use the clinical skills I’ve learned, wisdom I’ve gained, and my clinical experience to help you navigate and heal from the “stuff” in your life.
Hi! While it is necessary to introduce myself according to my education, experience, licensing, and specializations it is more important to let you know that I am a human first. I live life just like you and experience parenting pitfalls, marriage challenges, financial quandaries, and all of the other stuff that life is made of. My role in your life isn’t to tell you what to do or how to do it, it is to use the clinical skills I’ve learned, wisdom I’ve gained, and my clinical experience to help you navigate and heal from the “stuff” in your life.
(832) 966-3345 View (832) 966-3345
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Tamara Dubinsky
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87507  (Online Only)
I’ve had many years of experience working with people on all types of issues from anxiety and depression to trauma and addiction. I base many of my principals on eastern oriented philosophies and am also very practical and solution-oriented. I am a good listener, intuitive, compassionate, open and accepting of people of all backgrounds, orientations, cultures and life experiences.
I’ve had many years of experience working with people on all types of issues from anxiety and depression to trauma and addiction. I base many of my principals on eastern oriented philosophies and am also very practical and solution-oriented. I am a good listener, intuitive, compassionate, open and accepting of people of all backgrounds, orientations, cultures and life experiences.
(505) 569-1808 View (505) 569-1808
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Josie Gibb
Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87111
My PhD in Clinical Psychology has given me the knowledge and sensitivity that psychotherapy is a very personal experience. Together we gain the trust to peel the layers of the "false self" away from the true, authentic self. Each person is different, therefore each person's healing has to be treated individually. Human suffering can be healed and I treat trauma from early childhood to the present, treating unhealthy early attachment issues we may use now in relationships. Together we will examine patterns which the patient finds distressing and long standing. I do not give advise, rather I help the patient find the advise within.
My PhD in Clinical Psychology has given me the knowledge and sensitivity that psychotherapy is a very personal experience. Together we gain the trust to peel the layers of the "false self" away from the true, authentic self. Each person is different, therefore each person's healing has to be treated individually. Human suffering can be healed and I treat trauma from early childhood to the present, treating unhealthy early attachment issues we may use now in relationships. Together we will examine patterns which the patient finds distressing and long standing. I do not give advise, rather I help the patient find the advise within.
(505) 369-3754 View (505) 369-3754
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Ali Calhoun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADAC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! I offer my clients a safe environment, unconditional positive regard and non-judgmental support to explore and express themselves. Together we will work on identifying unconscious beliefs that might be thwarting personal growth. Whether you are coming to see me because you want to talk about a painful experience, are seeking new coping skills or are just feeling stuck, we will work together to help you move forward and obtain balance in your life.
Hello and welcome! I offer my clients a safe environment, unconditional positive regard and non-judgmental support to explore and express themselves. Together we will work on identifying unconscious beliefs that might be thwarting personal growth. Whether you are coming to see me because you want to talk about a painful experience, are seeking new coping skills or are just feeling stuck, we will work together to help you move forward and obtain balance in your life.
(505) 391-2850 View (505) 391-2850
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New Mexico Wellness Center
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
We believe at some point everyone comes across situations that need an outside perspective—these crossroads can determine the direction we go. Everyone has that underlying intuition & if listened to, will guide them to the path they are striving towards. We work w/ all ages, most issues, situations. We specialize in many areas-as we have several therapists-some of which are: postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, depression, anxiety, couples, gender/sexuality, self-esteem, meditation, work, art therapy, men’s issues, etc. We want the best for you & everyone should have the best therapy experience!
We believe at some point everyone comes across situations that need an outside perspective—these crossroads can determine the direction we go. Everyone has that underlying intuition & if listened to, will guide them to the path they are striving towards. We work w/ all ages, most issues, situations. We specialize in many areas-as we have several therapists-some of which are: postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, depression, anxiety, couples, gender/sexuality, self-esteem, meditation, work, art therapy, men’s issues, etc. We want the best for you & everyone should have the best therapy experience!
(505) 569-6365 View (505) 569-6365
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New Mexico Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LSAA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corrales, NM 87048
NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH SESSIONS!! Hello and let me commend you for taking that first step towards finding a therapist and beginning therapy services. I know finding a therapist is a very difficult decision. You want to find someone whom you will not only be able to work with, but you want to find someone who has the similar values and ideals. At New Mexico Counseling Center, you will be treated like the unique individual you are. You will be treated with the upmost respect, a non-judgemental environment and the ability to come and process your emotions in a quiet, comfortable environment.
NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH SESSIONS!! Hello and let me commend you for taking that first step towards finding a therapist and beginning therapy services. I know finding a therapist is a very difficult decision. You want to find someone whom you will not only be able to work with, but you want to find someone who has the similar values and ideals. At New Mexico Counseling Center, you will be treated like the unique individual you are. You will be treated with the upmost respect, a non-judgemental environment and the ability to come and process your emotions in a quiet, comfortable environment.
(505) 634-9698 View (505) 634-9698
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Julia Herrera Gardner
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADAC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Therapy can be intimidating, and finding ourselves at a place in our lives where we realize we are all just people who need connection can feel very vulnerable. Knowing about the neuroscience of trauma and the way our bodies remember threat has really shaped the way I work with clients. I am a strong believer in everyone’s right to feel safe and I will advocate for that right for you.
Therapy can be intimidating, and finding ourselves at a place in our lives where we realize we are all just people who need connection can feel very vulnerable. Knowing about the neuroscience of trauma and the way our bodies remember threat has really shaped the way I work with clients. I am a strong believer in everyone’s right to feel safe and I will advocate for that right for you.
(505) 594-4661 View (505) 594-4661
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Laura Fischer
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Waitlist for new clients
Painful experiences and the stressors of everyday life can leave us feeling stuck in patterns of shame, anxiety, fear, and overwhelm. I invite you to come as you are, and aim to cultivate a space of connection and compassionate self-inquiry. I view the therapeutic process as a creative and collaborative one, and will work with you to navigate the path that will best serve your needs as you move toward deeper self understanding and long term healing.
Painful experiences and the stressors of everyday life can leave us feeling stuck in patterns of shame, anxiety, fear, and overwhelm. I invite you to come as you are, and aim to cultivate a space of connection and compassionate self-inquiry. I view the therapeutic process as a creative and collaborative one, and will work with you to navigate the path that will best serve your needs as you move toward deeper self understanding and long term healing.
(505) 405-7063 View (505) 405-7063
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Jennifer Rabinowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Thank you for your interest. People come to therapy to address a variety of issues and needs. Therapy helps people to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, the issues impacting their lives and barriers to personal change. Therapy helps to take down those walls and aids the building of a more satisfying and authentically lived life.
Thank you for your interest. People come to therapy to address a variety of issues and needs. Therapy helps people to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, the issues impacting their lives and barriers to personal change. Therapy helps to take down those walls and aids the building of a more satisfying and authentically lived life.
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Andrea Campbell
Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501
With thirty years of therapeutic experience and training I have developed proven tools & excellent ideas for deep personal transformation. My approach to healing is based upon sound training, professional expertise and personal growth. It's my belief that a therapist must do her own personal work first in order to be an effective partner in healing for her clients. My professional comments and personal story appear in the best selling book, "Motherless Daughters," by hope Edelman. Positive growth occurs in a safe environment. I invite you to experience the safety and comfort I provide.
With thirty years of therapeutic experience and training I have developed proven tools & excellent ideas for deep personal transformation. My approach to healing is based upon sound training, professional expertise and personal growth. It's my belief that a therapist must do her own personal work first in order to be an effective partner in healing for her clients. My professional comments and personal story appear in the best selling book, "Motherless Daughters," by hope Edelman. Positive growth occurs in a safe environment. I invite you to experience the safety and comfort I provide.
(505) 207-3346 View (505) 207-3346
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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
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Cat (Adhd) Findley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
If white knuckling, self shaming, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps and putting on your big girl panties worked, you’d be “cured” a billion times over. It doesn’t. At least not for me or people whose brains are different. Our minds race and it feels impossible to turn off and rest. Sometimes we use substances or other behaviors in a harmful way just to get through the day. There’s more to life out there. A more peaceful and meaningful life is possible. We need to go deeper and get to the root of things. I’ll go with you. Unable to take insurance.
If white knuckling, self shaming, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps and putting on your big girl panties worked, you’d be “cured” a billion times over. It doesn’t. At least not for me or people whose brains are different. Our minds race and it feels impossible to turn off and rest. Sometimes we use substances or other behaviors in a harmful way just to get through the day. There’s more to life out there. A more peaceful and meaningful life is possible. We need to go deeper and get to the root of things. I’ll go with you. Unable to take insurance.
(205) 999-1272 View (205) 999-1272
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Cristal Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Empowering and supporting individuals to discover their strengths and allow them to use those strengths to grow, to manage difficult issues and stressors in their lives in a manner that is authentic, genuine and fulfilling to each individual is my priority. Allowing for culture, worldviews, anxiety, fears and coping skills are what makes us unique and that is what makes therapy such a personal experience, it is a relationship that is tailored to you. Utilizing an integral approach that involves achieving self-worth, balance and wholeness backed by evidence-based research. This is your journey.
Empowering and supporting individuals to discover their strengths and allow them to use those strengths to grow, to manage difficult issues and stressors in their lives in a manner that is authentic, genuine and fulfilling to each individual is my priority. Allowing for culture, worldviews, anxiety, fears and coping skills are what makes us unique and that is what makes therapy such a personal experience, it is a relationship that is tailored to you. Utilizing an integral approach that involves achieving self-worth, balance and wholeness backed by evidence-based research. This is your journey.
(505) 421-6669 View (505) 421-6669
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Alegra Lark Roybal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Waitlist for new clients
I have spent most of my career working with survivors of violence, specifically sexual violence and family violence. I also have experience with those struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety and various other forms of trauma (genocide, cult/high demand religions.)
I have spent most of my career working with survivors of violence, specifically sexual violence and family violence. I also have experience with those struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety and various other forms of trauma (genocide, cult/high demand religions.)
(505) 591-5552 View (505) 591-5552
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Jann Justice
Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Jann is prepared to assist clients between the ages of 14-45. Jann believes that goal-oriented therapy is important, but all client goals can be widely different. Jann employs her training in various modalities to provide an integrationist approach to therapy to provide individualized therapy to each and every client that enters the therapy space.
Jann is prepared to assist clients between the ages of 14-45. Jann believes that goal-oriented therapy is important, but all client goals can be widely different. Jann employs her training in various modalities to provide an integrationist approach to therapy to provide individualized therapy to each and every client that enters the therapy space.
(505) 539-1127 View (505) 539-1127
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Shelbra Thorla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87106
As a Clinical Social Worker with 30 years experience, my treatment philosophy is based in partnering with my clients in identifying and addressing their needs in ways that are relevant to them. I encourage a dialogue in which I meet the client wherever they might be emotionally and spiritually and then together, we explore the issues that led them to therapy in the first place. My job is to create a space in which my client feels safe to say things they may be afraid to say to others and to feel emotions that seem overwhelming elsewhere.
As a Clinical Social Worker with 30 years experience, my treatment philosophy is based in partnering with my clients in identifying and addressing their needs in ways that are relevant to them. I encourage a dialogue in which I meet the client wherever they might be emotionally and spiritually and then together, we explore the issues that led them to therapy in the first place. My job is to create a space in which my client feels safe to say things they may be afraid to say to others and to feel emotions that seem overwhelming elsewhere.
(505) 605-6987 View (505) 605-6987
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.