Veterans Therapists in Huning Highland Historic District, Albuquerque, NM

Photo of Dr. Ariel McGrew - Tactful Disruption, Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, LPCC, LPC, NCC, PhD
Tactful Disruption
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, LPCC, LPC, NCC, PhD
Online Only
I work with high‑functioning adults and professionals who want clarity—not therapy. My clients come to me when they’re navigating burnout, ADHD/executive function concerns, trauma patterns, workplace stress, or leadership challenges and need evaluator‑grade insight. I provide structured psychological assessments, personality and leadership profiling, workplace functional evaluations, and psychological coaching for growth and performance. I also accept employer‑provided professional development funds. I do not provide WAIS testing, neuropsych evaluations, or crisis response.
I work with high‑functioning adults and professionals who want clarity—not therapy. My clients come to me when they’re navigating burnout, ADHD/executive function concerns, trauma patterns, workplace stress, or leadership challenges and need evaluator‑grade insight. I provide structured psychological assessments, personality and leadership profiling, workplace functional evaluations, and psychological coaching for growth and performance. I also accept employer‑provided professional development funds. I do not provide WAIS testing, neuropsych evaluations, or crisis response.
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Photo of Daniel Blackwood-Family - The Evolution Group, Inc - Family, Counselor, LPCC, LCSW, LMFT
The Evolution Group, Inc - Family
Counselor, LPCC, LCSW, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Huning Highland Historic District, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Couples Counseling with a therapist who “gets it” is often just what is needed for a relationship that is struggling, in conflict, on its last legs, or when it is going through transition. Sometimes relationships are in crisis due to infidelity or the discovery of pornography use. Couples counseling is proven to be very helpful in these situations, resolving relationship conflicts such as sexual problems, financial conflict, disagreements over parenting issues, or communication problems among other issues that arise in relationships.
Couples Counseling with a therapist who “gets it” is often just what is needed for a relationship that is struggling, in conflict, on its last legs, or when it is going through transition. Sometimes relationships are in crisis due to infidelity or the discovery of pornography use. Couples counseling is proven to be very helpful in these situations, resolving relationship conflicts such as sexual problems, financial conflict, disagreements over parenting issues, or communication problems among other issues that arise in relationships.
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The Evolution Group, Inc - PTSD
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Huning Highland Historic District, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Post-Traumatic Stress (P.T.S.) is an injury to the emotional part of the brain from which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. The condition may last months or years, with triggers that can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions. Symptoms may include nightmares, flashbacks, insomnia, anger, unwanted memories of the trauma, avoidance of situations that bring back memories of the trauma, heightened reactions, anxiety, or depressed mood. After 6 months of symptoms the diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may apply.
Post-Traumatic Stress (P.T.S.) is an injury to the emotional part of the brain from which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. The condition may last months or years, with triggers that can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions. Symptoms may include nightmares, flashbacks, insomnia, anger, unwanted memories of the trauma, avoidance of situations that bring back memories of the trauma, heightened reactions, anxiety, or depressed mood. After 6 months of symptoms the diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may apply.
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Photo of Daniel Blackwood - The Evolution Group, Inc - Gambling, Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT
The Evolution Group, Inc - Gambling
Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT
Huning Highland Historic District, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Problem gambling is one of the most hidden addictions in the U.S. due to the shame and stigma associated with gambling problems. Many people still mistake problem gambling for a moral problem or simply see it as poor choice making, rather than understanding the complex brain hijacking that problem gambling is for some people who can’t quit. Several neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, opioids, to name a few, are acting simultaneously on the brain during problem gambling.
Problem gambling is one of the most hidden addictions in the U.S. due to the shame and stigma associated with gambling problems. Many people still mistake problem gambling for a moral problem or simply see it as poor choice making, rather than understanding the complex brain hijacking that problem gambling is for some people who can’t quit. Several neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, opioids, to name a few, are acting simultaneously on the brain during problem gambling.
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Photo of Daniel Blackwood-General - The Evolution Group, Inc. - General, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LCSW, LMSW, LAMFT
The Evolution Group, Inc. - General
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LCSW, LMSW, LAMFT
3 Endorsed
Huning Highland Historic District, Albuquerque, NM 87102
The Evolution Group is a private counseling organization made up of a team of talented therapists who work with individuals, couples and families to empower the wholeness that lies within and support a return to wellness and balance.
The Evolution Group is a private counseling organization made up of a team of talented therapists who work with individuals, couples and families to empower the wholeness that lies within and support a return to wellness and balance.
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Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.

How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.

What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.

Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.