Teen Therapists in Albuquerque, NM

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, 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.

I practice person-centered therapy. I will listen to you with total presence and mindfulness from the first time meeting. I will connect with you where you are at the present moment and help you to walk your journey to a healthier you. I am also an eclectic therapist, which means I will draw on the tools that we decide are the most beneficial to your personal healing process. I look forward to working with you!

Accepting clients! This is a crazy and uncertain time right now for all of us. Seems like everything we are used to doing has changed and is uncertain. You've spend as long as you can remember trying to keep it together, but it's becoming more difficult and let's face it, you're feeling overwhelmed and perhaps experiencing feelings you have never had before. You are lonely and isolated; perhaps even feeling a loss of independence or control, perhaps even suicidal. Whether you are a teen or an adult, let's work together to gain back as much normalcy in your life as possible.

Please note my apologies, but I am temporarily unavailable until Monday, June 12, 2023. My goal is to support & encourage with compassion, empathy & respect. I have become painfully aware of the need for affordable, professional & efficient, solution focused support. I am experienced in working with individuals &/or couples who are struggling alone &/or in their relationships or who are dealing with such issues as anxiety &/or depression, trauma, addiction, legal issues, gender identity, infidelity, divorce, ADHD/Autism &/or learning disorders, physical conditions, bullying, suicidal ideation &/or grief & loss.

“Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside awakes”. C.G. Jung. You are already whole. Everything you require to heal and thrive is already alive within you. When we are hurting it can be hard to look into our hearts; healing & wholeness seem impossible. Therapy can offer support, guidance, compassion, and a safe space for you to look within. Through therapy you can learn skills and develop practices that will put you in touch with your inner wisdom, resilience, and inspiration. Are you ready to begin your journey?

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.

What in your life do you wish to change? No matter the case, therapy can be a powerful tool for profound transformation. It can also be a light along a path you feel you've been traveling alone. The key is to find the provider that resonates with you and your needs. I provide wholehearted, compassionate and evidence-based interventions to create an inviting and moving space. If you are a teen , a parent, a high-functioning professional, pregnant/postpartum or a young adult in need of more support, you've come to the right place.

Do you have issues that hinder your general ability to function in one or more areas in your life? Are you looking to take responsibility for the changes you want to see for you and your family? Are you ready to be open and honest from the start in order to meet your goals?

I have been serving children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings for 15 years. As a school social worker for many of those years, I have developed a successful formula to help adolescents and young adults navigate the growing challenges they face today. My blend of mindfulness, CBT, and person-centered techniques work very well for this age group. I am passionate about my work and am committed to helping the next generation find health and success.

I am a licensed, Ph.D. psychologist with twenty-five years of experience. I see children, adolescents and adults for individual and couples therapy. Whether you are having serious problems or just want to get more pleasure from life, my approach can help you. As a seasoned psychologist, I am dedicated to creating a safe, easy environment for you to heal and grow.

Hearing the word therapy can bring on strong feeling such as fear, judgment, confusion. But it dosent have to be! Let's embark on this journey of self exploration and healing together.On this path of healing, there are a lot of life challenges that we may encounter and face. But you don't have to go at it alone. Mental health has always been a passion of mine. Mental health is a subject that is still taboo and hard to discuss because of the negative conotations or stigmas attached to it. Many suffer in silence because of this.

I work with adult and adolescent (ages 14+) individual clients. I have five years of experience aiding my clients in recovering from Trauma and PTSD. I also work with clients struggling with concerns such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Grief, Substance Abuse, and Co-occurring Disorders. I am well-versed in trauma-informed treatments to help you alleviate symptoms of PTSD, process through, and recover from traumatic experiences.

Counseling is my second career. I have always been in a helping profession and my journey to becoming a clinician began as a teacher. Helping others has always been a passion of mine whether it was in the classroom or in a counseling office. In every client that I have ever had the privilege to be a part of their journey, it has always been my sincere hope that I could at least plant a seed of hope and inspiration. I see clients with various issues. I focus on teen and women issues but do see individuals for many other issues, such as trauma and depression.

It takes courage to ask for help, and it can feel humbling to speak to a stranger about the difficult or painful parts of our life. I offer a non-judgmental and supportive space in which we can work together to help you find clarity and healing. I work compassionately, with humor and straight-forwardness, supporting greater awareness, insight, choice and fulfillment.

I specialize in treating individuals struggling with sexual issues, trauma, substance abuse and addictions, anxiety, self-esteem, self-worth and depression. I also specialize in family and adolescent therapy. I use a combination of CBT, Narrative therapy, and solution focused and humanist modalities.

I specialize in working with women and teen girls. If you or your teenager are feeling emotionally unstable, vulnerable or anxious, I have tools and skill sets for you. In the early years of my career, I worked as a substance abuse counselor and still hold an independent license in that field. My work has evolved away from active addiction towards addressing the trauma and wounds that are associated with addictive processes. For teens that might be self harm, depression or anxiety, and for adult women it can manifest as perfectionism, anxiety, staying overly busy, or being self critical. These efforts to cope can all be upgraded!

**Now offering medication management** Each of us is on a journey and there will be times where we feel lost, alone, overwhelmed or inadequate. We believe the key to moving past difficulties in your life involves developing greater awareness, understanding, and self-compassion in a safe and affirming space. We will explore what is holding you back, develop skills so you can change unhealthy patterns while gently challenging you to move towards health and wellbeing. We are all resilient and have the inherent ability to change and thrive. Each day offers an opportunity to learn from the past and fully immerse ourselves in the present.

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor, certified in DBT, CBT, providing holistic treatment modalities, art therapy, play therapy, with specialization in treating individuals with a history of sexual trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, ADD, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, eating disorder, body dyspmorphic disorder, providing therapy services to children and adults, with specific emphasis in LGBTQ, women's therapy, dual diagnosis, gerontology, bereavement, substance abuse, domestic violence, and marriage counseling.