Christian Counseling Therapists in Albuquerque, NM

Life is never static, so as my counseling approaches. I believe in ‘change through renewal of mind,’ via eclectic approaches, which comprise cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and brief therapy. I provide Christian counseling when requested. Clients may also request counseling in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese. I hope my service inspires and teaches people to make positive life-oriented choices, and helps to lead people to achieve a quality physical, emotional, and spiritual life.

Do you find yourself struggling with everyday life? Do you feel depressed, discouraged, anxious or even overwhelmed? These are issues that we all face, but few have the tools needed to overcome and move forward. With the skills and training that I have learned over the years, I have been able to help women meet their personal goals, while overcoming hindering issues. I specialize in Women's Mental Health, and very much enjoy walking with you while we discover what is holding you back, and how we can get you to optimal level of health and wellbeing. Life is hard and you should not have to do it on your own.

I Love helping folks who are struggling with difficult problems. I'm a good listener and I have an unlimited number of practical suggestions and help for you. I will not give up! Together, you & I WILL get your problems solved. I have trained with some of the most experienced therapists worldwide and I have expertise in most areas that people struggle in. I've been a counselor/therapist for many years because I LOVE doing this! You & I will get to the root of your problem and we will solve it. No case is too difficult!

Shanell Alleva is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She graduated with her Bachelors Degree in Social Work in 2011, and Masters of Social Work in 2014 from New Mexico Highlands University. Shanell received certification as a Post Traumatic Growth Somatic Therapist (SE) in 2022. She has been practicing for Eleven years and loves working alongside clients to reach their goals and/or assist in their healing process. Shanell has had extensive training in assisting clients with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, as well as Substance Abuse.

TELETHERAPY ONLY - NO WAITING LIST. I have dedicated myself to providing positive emotional support to children with a broad range of presenting problems, including anxiety, anger management difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder symptoms, and trauma symptoms. My forte is intervening with children ages 4-14. I am also quite effective in helping adolescents. I have a strongly committed passion for helping others, and am particularly passionate about helping individuals with developmental disabilities. As a very loyal, caring, and compassionate individual, I find it imperative to keep what is in my clients’ best interest in mind.

TRAUMA, PTSD, C-PTSD? Depression? I am a Transpersonal Neuro-Psychotherapist who helps you transform the effects trauma, using neuro-somatic Trauma Therapies: Brainspotting, EMDR, Somatic-Attachment, Mindfulness & informed by Internal Family Systems. You are sensitive, bright, accomplished & still suffering from the adverse effects of trauma on your body & nervous system: sleep disruption, depression, anxiety, intrusive negative thoughts, an overall edgy feeling, and relationship difficulties. Or you may be suffering from religious trauma. I help clients transform their traumas using evidence-based therapies rooted in neuroscience.

*****Taking NEW clients**** ****Albuquerque and Rio Rancho***** EMDR,Gottman, CBT and more! Time is of the essence, as you have probably struggled long enough to solve the issues in your life. We work to actively recognize those issues and repetitive patterns so that you can start to be aware of them and change them. Though you can't change the past, we can work together to better understand it and its impact on your present and future.

Brad is a trailblazer in the field of personal development. He brings a refreshing and dynamic perspective to understanding brain development, neuroscience, and epigenetics and helps you harness that knowledge for personal and sustainable transformation. He is a master at illuminating repetitive patterns of ineffective communication and relationship styles inherited before your 'wise mind' was onboard.

It is easy to get swept up into what the world defines a woman should be. This world can pollute the mind into believing that extreme measures need to be taken in order to fulfill the status quo. It is exhausting molding oneself into a mold that was never meant to be. Each woman has been created for a unique purpose, and if the purpose gets diluted with the expectations of this world, the true beauty and intellect of the woman is hidden and that is a travesty. When a women sees her value in God's eyes, she truly becomes alive, as she understands she was created for a purpose, and is not a mere afterthought.

Seeking and building trust with a professional can be uncomfortable as you are putting your trust in a complete stranger. I hope to build a therapeutic relationship and help you find courage through gentle comfort and support, while offering tools to develop coping skills to create a safe environment. I am passionate about helping others, desire to re-instill hope in people's lives, and can attest to therapy being healing. My intent is to guide you while together exploring and working toward resolution so you may establish stability and self-confidence.

Many of our hurt areas, from the recent or distant past, can re-wound us. Relationships wound us, so wounds are best healed through relationship. I specialize in helping you find, build and utilize current relationships to recover from past emotional injuries, and to strengthen ways of relating so you can enrich and empower many other areas of your life. Inner rlshp is also key! I am trained, and have many years experience with communication skills, from a behavioral to a deeper psychological or spiritual level. I find Internal Family Systems powerfully life changing for all issues!

One afternoon I told my wife that after another tour, I would be leaving the U.S. Coast Guard for a very different career. Serving my country and the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard is one of the greatest honors and privileges of my life. After serving nine years I knew that directly assisting and serving people is the life-giving work of my heart. I became a Social Worker and therapist because it is my greatest joy and pleasure to support you as you unify all your strengths and gifts to release your Faith, Hope, and Love into society.

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight, hurdles to overcome, and life path decisions to make at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, sex addiction, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. The obstacles you want to overcome and the goals you want to achieve are all possible through the safe space of counseling that will support your healing process and personal growth.

Any client regardless of race,gender, sexual preference, I'm there for you. I want to help facilitate allowing clients to strive to attain goals of healing and recovery during their treatment. Helping with their worries and challenges they might be facing. Asking the client what they hope to gain from the session if they know." I'm not trying to sell them anything", I'm here to solve problems facilitate sell-esteem, direction and guidance.

My work focuses on exploring strengths and loveable qualities that can be called upon to help you be more unconditionally loving toward yourself and others. I believe in hearing your story, in your words, and having a collaborative relationship to find the answers you need for lasting wellness and recovery. I know you seek out therapy to get an unbiased collaboration, and in many cases a shared experience, to be able to find solutions to those problems that are interfering with your everyday life, including your safety. I look forward to meeting you and joining you on your journey to healing and peace.

Leanne (she/her) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Time Line Therapy, and Hypnotherapy. She utilizes an evidence-based approach that is grounded in psychoeducation, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Before focusing on sex therapy, she worked with clients to address issues such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, infidelity, anger management, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Our ideal client is eager and completely motivated to do the inner-work to face their inner "shadows," to move into deeper healing. With our specialized trauma and shamanic healing training, we are eager to help, as holistically as possible. We work well with those going through spiritual awakening/ascension. We will actively mirror your pace and effort. Love Is Healing also offer Comprehensive Community Support Services.