Elders (65+) Therapists in Albuquerque, NM

The adolescents, adults, seniors , couples, and families who benefit most from my services are interested in learning about themselves - what they like and don't like, what motivates them, what they believe about themselves and others, and what they want their lives and relationships to be like. The issues people typically ask for my help with include: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, personality issues, self-esteem, identity, substance use problems, compulsive behaviors (eating, gambling, sexual, etc), occupational/academic issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My clients achieve self acceptance and satisfaction by learning to make choices that are consistent with their values, needs, and goals.

EMDR SINCE 2003. Traditional talk therapy often DOES NOT uncover and address the actual past complexities and traumas of a person's life that continue to have emotional effects causing present day anxiety, stress and depression. I offer Attachment Focused EMDR in an effective format which connects to the underlying memories and events that repeatedly surface blocking access to a sense of well being and trust in oneself. My form of therapy decreases the charge connected to negative experiences and moves clients into a more objective and positively focused framework (Parnell, 2007). I also offer CBT and Grief Recovery interventions.

I work with my clients to understand their concerns holistically and to help clients and families find solutions that will improve their lives. I have experience with adults and teens going through life transitions, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, grief, job transitions, divorce, pet bereavement and managing chronic pain. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

Support and Understanding for Adults 40 +. We provide emotional support and counseling to adults experiencing challenging life transitions. You will have the opportunity to discuss your concerns, gain insight into your feelings and apply concepts of positive aging which improve your overall health, happiness and coping skills. We offer Humanistic Neuro Linguistic Psychology. It is coaching to help you realize you have the ability to change your thoughts, language, values, memories, beliefs and attitudes which then changes your behavior. It can result in meaningful personal shifts that enable you to reach your goals and dreams.

*Not currently accepting new clients. When the schedule has openings, this site will be updated.* Is there something keeping you from living a happy, balanced, peaceful life? Would you like to improve your relationships? Are you suffering from depression, anxiety, or stress? Have past traumas kept you from moving forward? Is it time to get some help? At Refuge Counseling, we are a shelter from the storm to keep you safe while you navigate life's difficulties. Change forces us to grow emotionally, psychologically, physically, and spiritually. Therapy provides the tools and space to help you change so you can live your best life.

Please note that my practice is only web based and I am licensed to see clients in NM, NC & SC. Welcome, as I invite you to explore the relationship(s) with yourself and those you engage with. My aim is to help you transform to live the life you deserve & seek to have. I engage clients in the personal exploration of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors internally & externally. Are there issues or patterns from your past that you notice affect your present life & you wish to change or make healthier? Do you have a negative inner critic that is too dominant in your life? If so, I invite you to relieve yourself of these patterns.

The variety of mental health concerns and problems are as vast and diverse as any other category of medical concern. This is why | approach every client with a compassion and skill to help each individual or couple specific to their needs, not to their diagnosis. Having worked in counseling and inpatient psychiatry for over 10 years I have worked with the entire spectrum of mental illness and feel confident in my ability to approach individuals and couples with support, tools, and intellect to work through any concern.

Are you ready to change your life? You have already demonstrated strength and courage just by asking for help. The benefits of asking for help can be life-changing and significantly rewarding. It is my goal to help you reach your goals. I have experienced many of life's difficulties and I believe we can find strength in difficult times. As you and I work together we will encourage your growth by learning to understand the difficulties you face. Together, we will explore solutions that can help you develop self-leadership and identify and work toward your potential. Therapy can help you find greater self-awareness and stability.

I've passionately served the NM queer community for the past 8 years. I work with adults struggling with generalized and social anxiety, trauma, depression, change of life/adjustment issues, grief & loss, and LGBTQ+ concerns (coming out, gender identity, transitioning, living an authentic life). The pandemic has changed everything --from the way we work and socialize to the way we do therapy. It's made therapy more solution-focused, trauma-informed, and necessary. If you're feeling fractured, disenfranchised, or displaced, now is the time to pick up the pieces and rebuild a healthier life! Now is the time to heal.