Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Albuquerque, NM
I assist clients in harnessing their strengths, unpacking their stressors and maximizing their potential. With over 20 years’ experience, I worked with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with the air force, in schools, and in community mental-health facilities. Utilizing a diverse approach, I use the modality best suited for the individual client. When appropriate, I use brainspotting, to effectively treat symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety. Feel free to contact me. I am happy to help you decide if I am the right fit for you and your family.
I assist clients in harnessing their strengths, unpacking their stressors and maximizing their potential. With over 20 years’ experience, I worked with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with the air force, in schools, and in community mental-health facilities. Utilizing a diverse approach, I use the modality best suited for the individual client. When appropriate, I use brainspotting, to effectively treat symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety. Feel free to contact me. I am happy to help you decide if I am the right fit for you and your family.
Accepting new clients.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am dedicated to promoting the well-being of individuals as they embark on the journey of discovering their true selves. I aim to create a warm, secure, and inviting atmosphere where clients can openly express their concerns and feel safe exploring their authenticity.
Accepting new clients.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am dedicated to promoting the well-being of individuals as they embark on the journey of discovering their true selves. I aim to create a warm, secure, and inviting atmosphere where clients can openly express their concerns and feel safe exploring their authenticity.
Rachel A. Coleman, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist who works primarily with couples. Her first goal is to give couples a framework that de-catastrophizes what they're going through, followed by development of a path toward new stability and connection in their relationship. She strongly believes if a couple can make sense of things together, see each other more clearly and kindly and work together to manage challenges, their relationship can become a source of tremendous well-being. Although most of her work at Life Change is with couples, she also works with some individual clients.
Rachel A. Coleman, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist who works primarily with couples. Her first goal is to give couples a framework that de-catastrophizes what they're going through, followed by development of a path toward new stability and connection in their relationship. She strongly believes if a couple can make sense of things together, see each other more clearly and kindly and work together to manage challenges, their relationship can become a source of tremendous well-being. Although most of her work at Life Change is with couples, she also works with some individual clients.
My style is active, engaged, empathic, and confrontational (when the time is right.) I conduct therapeutic evaluations ( testing) when it is indicated (when there is a need for additional diagnostic clarification or therapy has not been effective).
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.
My style is active, engaged, empathic, and confrontational (when the time is right.) I conduct therapeutic evaluations ( testing) when it is indicated (when there is a need for additional diagnostic clarification or therapy has not been effective).
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.
As a highly qualified LPCC graduating Magna Cum Laude from UNM holding a solid academic and research background as a McNair Scholar. Using a strengths-based approach including Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, and Life Skills. Working with adults and adolescents, children and families with various issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and managing the effects of trauma. I am also currently working with families needing family reunification and additional support. With over 7 years of experience as an LMHC and 2 years as a LPCC. I am honored to walk with others toward increased hopefulness and wellness.
As a highly qualified LPCC graduating Magna Cum Laude from UNM holding a solid academic and research background as a McNair Scholar. Using a strengths-based approach including Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, and Life Skills. Working with adults and adolescents, children and families with various issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and managing the effects of trauma. I am also currently working with families needing family reunification and additional support. With over 7 years of experience as an LMHC and 2 years as a LPCC. I am honored to walk with others toward increased hopefulness and wellness.
We work with teens, families, couples and adults with various lifestyle and stage of life issues. we work on helping individuals and families be empowered and stronger. we work towards the individual so to help the unit.
We work with teens, families, couples and adults with various lifestyle and stage of life issues. we work on helping individuals and families be empowered and stronger. we work towards the individual so to help the unit.
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.
I am a Medical Support Clinical Hypnotherapist with over hours of clinical training. I am Fellow of the International Board of Hypnotherapy, which is the certifying board with the highest level of initial certification, and on-going education requirements in the industry. I am a Hypnotherapist involved with the National Institutes of Health Hypnotherapy Study on Reducing Urinary Frequency using Medical Support Hypnotherapy. Additionally, I serve as an Associate Instructor and a Practical Skills Coach at the prestigious Hypnotherapy Academy of America in Albuquerque. I am qualified to work on medical support issues, fears, anxieties, goal achievement & smoking cessation.
I am a Medical Support Clinical Hypnotherapist with over hours of clinical training. I am Fellow of the International Board of Hypnotherapy, which is the certifying board with the highest level of initial certification, and on-going education requirements in the industry. I am a Hypnotherapist involved with the National Institutes of Health Hypnotherapy Study on Reducing Urinary Frequency using Medical Support Hypnotherapy. Additionally, I serve as an Associate Instructor and a Practical Skills Coach at the prestigious Hypnotherapy Academy of America in Albuquerque. I am qualified to work on medical support issues, fears, anxieties, goal achievement & smoking cessation.
I absolutely love trees! (made you look, lol). Seriously though, I do love trees & their similarities to us. They provide beauty, shade, healing, & support, all while remaining rooted. I view therapy as a branch of support, much like the sturdy limbs of a tree. Just as trees grow & change with the seasons, I believe therapy can help individuals & families navigate the various seasons of life, providing support & guidance along the way. For the past 25 years, I've specialized in working with children, adolescents & their families from diverse populations. It takes courage to seek support & strength to follow through.
I absolutely love trees! (made you look, lol). Seriously though, I do love trees & their similarities to us. They provide beauty, shade, healing, & support, all while remaining rooted. I view therapy as a branch of support, much like the sturdy limbs of a tree. Just as trees grow & change with the seasons, I believe therapy can help individuals & families navigate the various seasons of life, providing support & guidance along the way. For the past 25 years, I've specialized in working with children, adolescents & their families from diverse populations. It takes courage to seek support & strength to follow through.
I'm Anna Cross, an LPC with over 20 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma. I work primarily with individuals experiencing challenges such as panic attacks, excessive worry, physical symptoms of anxiety, sleep disturbances, obsessive thoughts, and mood struggles. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
I'm Anna Cross, an LPC with over 20 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma. I work primarily with individuals experiencing challenges such as panic attacks, excessive worry, physical symptoms of anxiety, sleep disturbances, obsessive thoughts, and mood struggles. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
I work with clients in New Mexico and Colorado. I focus on creating a neuroqueer- and BIMPOC-affirming space where individuals can deconstruct old narratives and rebuild a stronger foundation of self. My clients seek art therapy and neuro-affirming assessments because they've often felt unseen with talk-based therapies rooted in dominant culture ideas of "success" and "normalcy". Ultimately, most folks want to feel more safe in their ability to live authentically and sustainably.
I work with clients in New Mexico and Colorado. I focus on creating a neuroqueer- and BIMPOC-affirming space where individuals can deconstruct old narratives and rebuild a stronger foundation of self. My clients seek art therapy and neuro-affirming assessments because they've often felt unseen with talk-based therapies rooted in dominant culture ideas of "success" and "normalcy". Ultimately, most folks want to feel more safe in their ability to live authentically and sustainably.
I'm passionate about working with motivated individuals seeking to understand themselves and how they relate to others more. If you're struggling with being compassionate with yourself and finding joy in the things you once did, I might be the right therapist for you. If you work in mental health or medicine, I'd love to hold space for the messiness of your life and work without judgement.
I'm passionate about working with motivated individuals seeking to understand themselves and how they relate to others more. If you're struggling with being compassionate with yourself and finding joy in the things you once did, I might be the right therapist for you. If you work in mental health or medicine, I'd love to hold space for the messiness of your life and work without judgement.
I am a full time practicing Clinical Hypnotherapist, NLP, EMDR and Reiki Practitioner/Teacher. My life passion is to assist others to lead a happier and healthier life. Practicing Hypnotherapy for 17 years and Reiki for 29 years, I offer a free consultation, discounted packages, sliding scale and online sessions. Hypnotherapy is a Medical Adjunct. I do not practice medicine. However, Hypnotherapy has become a proven modality with a 93% success rate which has assisted many in healing themselves and living a healthier more productive & meaningful life. You can change your life by altering your attitude, associations and perceptions.
I am a full time practicing Clinical Hypnotherapist, NLP, EMDR and Reiki Practitioner/Teacher. My life passion is to assist others to lead a happier and healthier life. Practicing Hypnotherapy for 17 years and Reiki for 29 years, I offer a free consultation, discounted packages, sliding scale and online sessions. Hypnotherapy is a Medical Adjunct. I do not practice medicine. However, Hypnotherapy has become a proven modality with a 93% success rate which has assisted many in healing themselves and living a healthier more productive & meaningful life. You can change your life by altering your attitude, associations and perceptions.
Born and raised in New Mexico, and a proud Army veteran. My years working within the Veterans Health Administration alongside fellow veterans have profoundly shaped how I understand trauma, moral injury, and what it means to move through the hardest chapters of a life. That experience sits at the core of everything I bring into the therapy room.
My focus is on complex trauma/moral injury; mood/anxiety disorders (OCD, depression, panic); self-identity crises (low self-esteem, suicidality, grief, life transitions); and specialized behavioral issues like rigid safety behaviors, sleep disruption, and CPAP mask desensitization.
Born and raised in New Mexico, and a proud Army veteran. My years working within the Veterans Health Administration alongside fellow veterans have profoundly shaped how I understand trauma, moral injury, and what it means to move through the hardest chapters of a life. That experience sits at the core of everything I bring into the therapy room.
My focus is on complex trauma/moral injury; mood/anxiety disorders (OCD, depression, panic); self-identity crises (low self-esteem, suicidality, grief, life transitions); and specialized behavioral issues like rigid safety behaviors, sleep disruption, and CPAP mask desensitization.
We are Solamente Holistic Health. This space is for our Albuquerque and New Mexico community where therapists, healers, and medical professionals come together to provide ongoing holistic care, supportive therapy for all ages, grief counseling, and other beneficial practices such as yoga and nutrition. Here, our community has access to practices and practitioners that work with the individual to promote, attain and maintain health and well-being for the duration of a person's lifetime.
We are Solamente Holistic Health. This space is for our Albuquerque and New Mexico community where therapists, healers, and medical professionals come together to provide ongoing holistic care, supportive therapy for all ages, grief counseling, and other beneficial practices such as yoga and nutrition. Here, our community has access to practices and practitioners that work with the individual to promote, attain and maintain health and well-being for the duration of a person's lifetime.
Maybe you’ve spent years adapting to everyone else and are finally asking what it would feel like to understand yourself. Many of my clients come in feeling different, overwhelmed, highly sensitive, or unsure whether certain labels fit them. Some identify as autistic or ADHD, and others are exploring why certain parts of life feel easier while other parts feel unexpectedly draining. I offer a calm, thoughtful space where you can explore your patterns with clarity and self-compassion.
Maybe you’ve spent years adapting to everyone else and are finally asking what it would feel like to understand yourself. Many of my clients come in feeling different, overwhelmed, highly sensitive, or unsure whether certain labels fit them. Some identify as autistic or ADHD, and others are exploring why certain parts of life feel easier while other parts feel unexpectedly draining. I offer a calm, thoughtful space where you can explore your patterns with clarity and self-compassion.
I am currently accepting clients. You know how sometimes you start out your life and think you know how it will go…and then it doesn’t. Sometimes that is when therapy and understanding yourself in a new way can be the most helpful.
I am currently accepting clients. You know how sometimes you start out your life and think you know how it will go…and then it doesn’t. Sometimes that is when therapy and understanding yourself in a new way can be the most helpful.
I help neurodivergent parents heal their childhood traumas so they experience less anxiety, irritability, and overwhelm and transform their relationships with their children. My clients often experienced childhoods that left them feeling unsupported and confused. These experiences manifest as worry, obsessiveness, relationship issues, unhelpful habits, difficulty making decisions, and "unexplainable" physical ailments. We work together to unlearn the past and create a new way of being for yourself and your children. I offer neurodiversity-affirming assessments for ADHD & autism for those needing clarity about their experiences.
I help neurodivergent parents heal their childhood traumas so they experience less anxiety, irritability, and overwhelm and transform their relationships with their children. My clients often experienced childhoods that left them feeling unsupported and confused. These experiences manifest as worry, obsessiveness, relationship issues, unhelpful habits, difficulty making decisions, and "unexplainable" physical ailments. We work together to unlearn the past and create a new way of being for yourself and your children. I offer neurodiversity-affirming assessments for ADHD & autism for those needing clarity about their experiences.
** Anxiety, panic disorder, trauma, PTSD, Medical PTSD ** Anxiety is physically painful. Your heart races. Your muscles tense. Your palms sweat. You have an overwhelming sense of dread as your natural fight or flight response kicks in. Do you fight back? Do you retreat to your own space? Or do you freeze in uncertainty? If you are experiencing anxiety on a daily basis, it is probably having a negative impact on your your health. Your back and shoulders hurt. Your quality of sleep is poor. You are fatigued, but you make yourself busier to justify your exhaustion.
** Anxiety, panic disorder, trauma, PTSD, Medical PTSD ** Anxiety is physically painful. Your heart races. Your muscles tense. Your palms sweat. You have an overwhelming sense of dread as your natural fight or flight response kicks in. Do you fight back? Do you retreat to your own space? Or do you freeze in uncertainty? If you are experiencing anxiety on a daily basis, it is probably having a negative impact on your your health. Your back and shoulders hurt. Your quality of sleep is poor. You are fatigued, but you make yourself busier to justify your exhaustion.
With more than 35 years of experience, I offer evidence-based treatments within a caring and supportive space. If you struggle with overwhelming emotions, intrusive thoughts, troubled relationships, or just feel stuck, therapy visits supplemented with texts and emails between visits can help you gain balance and sustain your progress. I am committed to your success as you strive for a healthier life and more satisfying relationships. I also provide supervision for interns, post-graduates, and professionals and offer training in Functional Family Therapy (FFT), cognitive behavioral therapies, and addictions treatment.
With more than 35 years of experience, I offer evidence-based treatments within a caring and supportive space. If you struggle with overwhelming emotions, intrusive thoughts, troubled relationships, or just feel stuck, therapy visits supplemented with texts and emails between visits can help you gain balance and sustain your progress. I am committed to your success as you strive for a healthier life and more satisfying relationships. I also provide supervision for interns, post-graduates, and professionals and offer training in Functional Family Therapy (FFT), cognitive behavioral therapies, and addictions treatment.
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Testing and Evaluation Therapists
What is a psychological evaluation?
A psychological evaluation is a test or assessment most commonly administered by a trained psychologist that is intended to be used in the diagnosis of specific psychological conditions, such as ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dementia or Alzheimer's, and learning disabilities. Psychological evaluations can help inform future treatment decisions and help direct clients to professionals and resources that may be most helpful, such as potential therapy options or additional school supports.
Can psychological evaluations be done on individuals of any age group?
Psychological evaluations are conducted on individuals of all ages and can be beneficial to individuals across the lifespan. However, specific types of evaluations may be most frequently conducted on individuals of certain age groups. For instance, ADHD or learning disability testing is often conducted in children ages 4-12--the period of time when ADHD symptoms most commonly emerge. In contrast, cognitive functioning assessments, such as those conducted to diagnose dementia, are most commonly conducted in elderly individuals. Clients should ensure that the psychologist they are seeing has specific expertise in conducting evaluations in their age group to ensure they receive a correct diagnosis.
How long does a psychological evaluation take?
Psychological evaluations vary in length depending on the test being administered and the goals of the evaluation; however, most evaluations are 2-4 hours in length. Some evaluations may take as long as 8 hours but can often be spread across multiple days. In some cases, clients will also attend an intake session or interview, which can help the psychologist assess client functioning outside of the testing environment.
How should I prepare for a psychological test and evaluation?
Individuals do not need to prepare for psychological tests or evaluations in most cases, as they are intended to measure a client's baseline psychological status without test-specific preparation. However, clients may want to brainstorm a list of questions for their psychologist about any tests they are receiving prior to the assessment, including what potential outcomes may mean for what next steps the client should take.