Imago Therapists in Albuquerque, NM
At Odyssey Counseling we focus on meeting people wherever they're at. Everyone falls down from time to time. For us counseling is a collaboration. We work with you to pinpoint problems and help explore ways to help you get to where you want to be. Our training and experience include PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Acute Stress, Divorce, grief, parenting, relationship, and life transition issues. We have numerous programs including services for first responders and their families, and an IOP Substance Abuse/Trauma Program for women . We provide health and wellness programs to workplaces and offer an Employee Assistance Program.
At Odyssey Counseling we focus on meeting people wherever they're at. Everyone falls down from time to time. For us counseling is a collaboration. We work with you to pinpoint problems and help explore ways to help you get to where you want to be. Our training and experience include PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Acute Stress, Divorce, grief, parenting, relationship, and life transition issues. We have numerous programs including services for first responders and their families, and an IOP Substance Abuse/Trauma Program for women . We provide health and wellness programs to workplaces and offer an Employee Assistance Program.
Taking New Clients. You've taken a courageous step in seeking support and finding your inner strength. Are you struggling with Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, a Breakup, a Relationship, Substance Abuse, Life difficulties, or issues? Do you feel alone? If you need assistance walking your life's journey, contact the Transformative Counseling Center. Our falls do not define us. How we get up demonstrates our resilience and strength. You have greatness inside you. Transformative Counseling Center LLC provides individual, couples, and family therapy. Our services are confidential, self-empowering, and respectful. Transform your life.
Taking New Clients. You've taken a courageous step in seeking support and finding your inner strength. Are you struggling with Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, a Breakup, a Relationship, Substance Abuse, Life difficulties, or issues? Do you feel alone? If you need assistance walking your life's journey, contact the Transformative Counseling Center. Our falls do not define us. How we get up demonstrates our resilience and strength. You have greatness inside you. Transformative Counseling Center LLC provides individual, couples, and family therapy. Our services are confidential, self-empowering, and respectful. Transform your life.
Yulia Hartman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Waitlist for new clients
I help people who sense that something deeper is calling them—people who are successful on the outside but feel unfulfilled, unseen, or disconnected inside. My work is for those who are not looking for surface-level coping skills, but for a more fundamental shift in how they inhabit their lives, relationships, and inner world. For over 20 years, I’ve guided individuals and couples through what I call threshold moments—times when old patterns stop working, when the “former life” begins to fall away, or when something in the psyche insists on becoming more fully alive.
I help people who sense that something deeper is calling them—people who are successful on the outside but feel unfulfilled, unseen, or disconnected inside. My work is for those who are not looking for surface-level coping skills, but for a more fundamental shift in how they inhabit their lives, relationships, and inner world. For over 20 years, I’ve guided individuals and couples through what I call threshold moments—times when old patterns stop working, when the “former life” begins to fall away, or when something in the psyche insists on becoming more fully alive.
Dr. April Young has nearly two decades of experience in the field of mental health. She utilizes an integrative psychiatric treatment approach to provide care. Dr. Young personalizes each patient’s treatment plan based on history, desires, and expectations. She specializes in individual and marriage therapy, utilizing psychotherapy, meditation, education, and empowerment. Her goal is to find solutions to your challenges, restore hope, and create a healthy and happier you. She is currently accepting new clients in person in Albuquerque, NM, or virtually. Visit my website at www.dryoungcounseling.com to learn more.
Dr. April Young has nearly two decades of experience in the field of mental health. She utilizes an integrative psychiatric treatment approach to provide care. Dr. Young personalizes each patient’s treatment plan based on history, desires, and expectations. She specializes in individual and marriage therapy, utilizing psychotherapy, meditation, education, and empowerment. Her goal is to find solutions to your challenges, restore hope, and create a healthy and happier you. She is currently accepting new clients in person in Albuquerque, NM, or virtually. Visit my website at www.dryoungcounseling.com to learn more.
For couples I combine Imago Relationship Therapy with IFIO, Intimacy From the Inside Out, the couples version of IFS.
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!
For couples I combine Imago Relationship Therapy with IFIO, Intimacy From the Inside Out, the couples version of IFS.
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!
Let’s talk about what is going on with you, your family, or your organization. Are you feeling more anxious, sad, angry, or afraid than usual? Are you and your spouse/partner struggling with trust, communication, or intimacy? Is your daughter or son having difficulties? Are you noticing changes in behavior/attitude? Are you concerned about substance use? Is there anything else that is upsetting to you or your loved ones? Are there problematic issues in your workplace or business? Are there new opportunities or possibilities you want to explore in your life and relationships?
Let’s talk about what is going on with you, your family, or your organization. Are you feeling more anxious, sad, angry, or afraid than usual? Are you and your spouse/partner struggling with trust, communication, or intimacy? Is your daughter or son having difficulties? Are you noticing changes in behavior/attitude? Are you concerned about substance use? Is there anything else that is upsetting to you or your loved ones? Are there problematic issues in your workplace or business? Are there new opportunities or possibilities you want to explore in your life and relationships?
Do you feel irritable, angry, depressed with your life or your relationships? Is someone in your life difficult, moody, disorganized, irresponsible? Dr. Prefontaine assists individuals and couples in handling issues related to difficult personal issues or relationship issues.
Do you feel irritable, angry, depressed with your life or your relationships? Is someone in your life difficult, moody, disorganized, irresponsible? Dr. Prefontaine assists individuals and couples in handling issues related to difficult personal issues or relationship issues.
Now accepting new clients. I strive to provide a therapeutic experience where you, alone, or with your partner, can explore the depths of your relationship and work together to find deeper intimacy and connection. I work with you to develop communication skills, reduce anxiety, and create strategies to find your inner peace. Conflict is inevitable for any relationship, and it is my goal to work along side you, to repair the parts that cause harm. I have worked with all types of couples to strengthen and build upon the parts that brought you together.
Now accepting new clients. I strive to provide a therapeutic experience where you, alone, or with your partner, can explore the depths of your relationship and work together to find deeper intimacy and connection. I work with you to develop communication skills, reduce anxiety, and create strategies to find your inner peace. Conflict is inevitable for any relationship, and it is my goal to work along side you, to repair the parts that cause harm. I have worked with all types of couples to strengthen and build upon the parts that brought you together.
Thank you for viewing our profile! We are a small locally owned outpatient mind and body healing center. We have over 25 clinicians specializing in a wide variety of treatment modalities including EMDR who provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We also now offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder and OCD as well as medication management services to individuals who are needing to be assessed for medication.
Thank you for viewing our profile! We are a small locally owned outpatient mind and body healing center. We have over 25 clinicians specializing in a wide variety of treatment modalities including EMDR who provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We also now offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder and OCD as well as medication management services to individuals who are needing to be assessed for medication.
Whether you are on the brink of a break-up or seeking a deeper connection with your partner, I can help. We all grapple with the universal dilemma: our need for connection versus our yearning for freedom to be ourselves. I can help you explore the imbalances that lead to disconnection, dissatisfaction and ultimately the deadening of a relationship. I offer my non-judgmental presence, training and experience to individual adults struggling in their relationships.
Whether you are on the brink of a break-up or seeking a deeper connection with your partner, I can help. We all grapple with the universal dilemma: our need for connection versus our yearning for freedom to be ourselves. I can help you explore the imbalances that lead to disconnection, dissatisfaction and ultimately the deadening of a relationship. I offer my non-judgmental presence, training and experience to individual adults struggling in their relationships.
There is plenty of suffering in our world. Anxiety, depression and other mental ailments are on the rise. People feel more isolated than ever and thinking they might be the only person who feels the way they do. They suffer in silence.
We suffer many times at the hands of our Ego. Ego wants this or doesn’t want that. We feel anxiety or bad mood and we do everything we can to push it away. We don’t want to feel it so we insulate ourselves from it. The paradox is that the more you push something away the stronger it gets. We have created strategies and defenses to keep ourselves moving but in the end they just don't work.
There is plenty of suffering in our world. Anxiety, depression and other mental ailments are on the rise. People feel more isolated than ever and thinking they might be the only person who feels the way they do. They suffer in silence.
We suffer many times at the hands of our Ego. Ego wants this or doesn’t want that. We feel anxiety or bad mood and we do everything we can to push it away. We don’t want to feel it so we insulate ourselves from it. The paradox is that the more you push something away the stronger it gets. We have created strategies and defenses to keep ourselves moving but in the end they just don't work.
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.
Welcome to my practice. During challenging times, it is not uncommon to feel anxiety, depression, and maybe even hopeless. I encourage you to not give up hope. You deserve to feel more peace and even joy. I want to praise you for reaching out for help. Some of the therapies I offer provide clients the opportunity to heal grief, resolve relationship problems, and process past trauma. Many clients report they notice more emotional balance and relief after several sessions.
Welcome to my practice. During challenging times, it is not uncommon to feel anxiety, depression, and maybe even hopeless. I encourage you to not give up hope. You deserve to feel more peace and even joy. I want to praise you for reaching out for help. Some of the therapies I offer provide clients the opportunity to heal grief, resolve relationship problems, and process past trauma. Many clients report they notice more emotional balance and relief after several sessions.
My own life experiences, background and clinical training have led me to an understanding and the ability to help my clients get to the important things that drive distress and through the difficult things, often to some manner of resolution. I believe that everything we do makes sense, we often just do not understand why and what purpose it serves. I access a broad range of techniques and theories to help my client's feel better and get better.
My own life experiences, background and clinical training have led me to an understanding and the ability to help my clients get to the important things that drive distress and through the difficult things, often to some manner of resolution. I believe that everything we do makes sense, we often just do not understand why and what purpose it serves. I access a broad range of techniques and theories to help my client's feel better and get better.
Eric P Castonguay
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPCC, MHC
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87111
I integrate cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution-focused therapies with Gottman, IMAGO, EFT, and attachment theory, all through a sexual health lens.
Relationships can feel overwhelming and confusing. I offer a supportive space to address vulnerable challenges and help relationships heal, grow, and build skills to thrive. I work with couples on intimacy, sexuality, and other goals, as well as individuals facing sexual difficulties. Talking about sex can be hard, but together we can create a safe, open space for these important conversations about you and or your relationships' sexual health.
I integrate cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution-focused therapies with Gottman, IMAGO, EFT, and attachment theory, all through a sexual health lens.
Relationships can feel overwhelming and confusing. I offer a supportive space to address vulnerable challenges and help relationships heal, grow, and build skills to thrive. I work with couples on intimacy, sexuality, and other goals, as well as individuals facing sexual difficulties. Talking about sex can be hard, but together we can create a safe, open space for these important conversations about you and or your relationships' sexual health.
Honoring the dignity and worth of each person and the value inherent in every aspect of a life's journey, I support you in strengthening your response-ability to life's challenges and creating a life that works for you. Our work is rooted in neuroscience and playful in its experiential components. By skillfully connecting you deeper with yourself, you learn to skillfully navigate emotional difficulties. Founding our relationship on respect, safety, compassion, and non-judgment enables you to heal and bring more of your unique gifts and talents into every aspect of your life.
Honoring the dignity and worth of each person and the value inherent in every aspect of a life's journey, I support you in strengthening your response-ability to life's challenges and creating a life that works for you. Our work is rooted in neuroscience and playful in its experiential components. By skillfully connecting you deeper with yourself, you learn to skillfully navigate emotional difficulties. Founding our relationship on respect, safety, compassion, and non-judgment enables you to heal and bring more of your unique gifts and talents into every aspect of your life.
Frederick L Theobald
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CSAT, EMDR, IMAGO
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am now offering telehealth sessions. I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life, but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with individuals struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
I am now offering telehealth sessions. I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life, but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with individuals struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
I am grateful to be a guide to individuals during difficult life challenges: depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, and relationship issues. I work collaboratively with you to understand and define your current issues and find solutions. We will explore how to build upon strengths and help develop new coping skills to manage life's challenges. I also provide couples, marriage, and relationship workshops and retreats based on the research and work of Dr. Gottman and others.
I am grateful to be a guide to individuals during difficult life challenges: depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, and relationship issues. I work collaboratively with you to understand and define your current issues and find solutions. We will explore how to build upon strengths and help develop new coping skills to manage life's challenges. I also provide couples, marriage, and relationship workshops and retreats based on the research and work of Dr. Gottman and others.
I am skilled psychotherapist with over thirty years’ experience working with adults and couples. Over the years I have cultivated an ability to provide a relaxed and trusting interpersonal connection with my clients. At the core of all therapy is the rapport between the client and therapist, so I strive to make that happen with kindness and curiosity. I provide new skills and strategies that help clients move forward. My therapeutic approach offers an opportunity where we can work together to achieve self-discovery and healing.
Therapy need not be painful often the outcome is astonishment and wisdom.
I am skilled psychotherapist with over thirty years’ experience working with adults and couples. Over the years I have cultivated an ability to provide a relaxed and trusting interpersonal connection with my clients. At the core of all therapy is the rapport between the client and therapist, so I strive to make that happen with kindness and curiosity. I provide new skills and strategies that help clients move forward. My therapeutic approach offers an opportunity where we can work together to achieve self-discovery and healing.
Therapy need not be painful often the outcome is astonishment and wisdom.
Drawing upon Relational and Imago therapy, I can assist you with effective ways of communication, and finding new ways for each partner to have their personal/relational needs voiced, understood and met.
Your intimate relationship can be one of the most important sources of joy, satisfaction and fulfillment in your life. However, issues may arise which upset that original harmony, and if left unaddressed, lead to a negative pattern of quarreling, difficult communication, and a loss of connection, trust and intimacy. In some cases, this negative spiral can further lead to depression, substance/behavioral addictions, or even an affair. I can provide you with the effective tools for identifying, addressing and resolving those challenging issues, and help you co-create a renewed sense of connection, intimacy and sacred partnership.
Drawing upon Relational and Imago therapy, I can assist you with effective ways of communication, and finding new ways for each partner to have their personal/relational needs voiced, understood and met.
Your intimate relationship can be one of the most important sources of joy, satisfaction and fulfillment in your life. However, issues may arise which upset that original harmony, and if left unaddressed, lead to a negative pattern of quarreling, difficult communication, and a loss of connection, trust and intimacy. In some cases, this negative spiral can further lead to depression, substance/behavioral addictions, or even an affair. I can provide you with the effective tools for identifying, addressing and resolving those challenging issues, and help you co-create a renewed sense of connection, intimacy and sacred partnership.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.