Veterans Therapists in Albuquerque, NM

Overcoming challenges in life is a normal process that we all work through on occasion. Perhaps you are experiencing challenges in work, raising children, school, relationships, loss, or social interactions that seem overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating. Maybe you have experienced negative or traumatic events in your life that have resulted in feelings of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or self-defeating behavior. Our beliefs, feelings and behaviors in life are based on both genetic components (what nature provides) and life experiences (from the womb to the present). Sometimes nature and nurture combine to cause us to have thoughts and beliefs that do not work to our benefit.

I am passionate about creating a space where curiosity and connection illuminates clarity and growth. Whether you're navigating life transitions like marriage, divorce, relationship issues or career changes, have wounds from traumatic events, or memories of childhood traumas, I'm here to walk with you as a guide. I am excited about collaborating with individuals and couples who possess a curiosity about the world and themselves and want a safe space to allow for their bodies and brains to resume it's natural process of releasing, healing, adapting and connecting.

If you are dealing with a difficult situation, feeling overwhelmed and hopeless or unable to control your emotions, afraid and stressed out, or depressed and without energy or will, in a critical time or looking to understand more about life and improve yourself as human being, we can talk about and explore different ways to deal and overcome it.

*****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.

Have you been in therapy before for months or even years never achieving your goals? I hear that often from new patients. Let's work together to do something different! Hypnosis and EMDR together make a powerful combination for change! I treat adolescents and adults with: Pain, Trauma, PTSD, Smoking Cessation, Weight Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Phobias, Fear of Public Speaking, Test Anxiety, Addictions, Hair Pulling, Nail Biting, Sport Performance Enhancement, Injury Rehabilitation, Peak Performance, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Conversion Disorders. Click the "Website" link to the left to go to my website to learn more: www.intelligenthypnotherapy.com

Interested and committed to understanding yourself on a deep level? Eager to feel more comfortable, at ease, and confident in your relationships? Early life experiences may have disrupted our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience where we can learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different to live the life we desire.

Therapy can be intimidating, and finding ourselves at a place in our lives where we realize we are all just people who need connection can feel very vulnerable. Knowing about the neuroscience of trauma and the way our bodies remember threat has really shaped the way I work with clients. I am a strong believer in everyone’s right to feel safe and I will advocate for that right for you.

Are you a person who is experiencing a disability or chronic illness and feel your needs are not met in most care settings? Are you pregnant or just had a baby and need extra support? Are you the parent of a disabled child and the child, a sibling or you need extra support for the child to grow and reach her or his full potential? Are you a creative type and need help to focus and be productive in your creative work? Are you the parent of a gifted child and need extra help raising this child or is the child in need of services due to trouble at home or school?Are you a spiritual seeker and need to talk about unusual experiences?

Many people find themselves at crossroads and at times with crises in their personal lives. Offering solution focused support for individuals based on more than 30 years of professional experience. Passionate about breaking the cycle of addiction and trauma being faced by individuals and families and helping them in discovering their resilience, strength and hope. Trauma-informed expertise as well as knowledgeable about grief and loss recovery.

Marylouise is deeply committed to a therapeutic approach that aligns with her core values: honoring every individual with dignity and respect. She believes that each person is the expert on their own lived experiences & employs a psychoeducational & solution-focused approach to therapy, always prioritizing her client’s self-determined treatment goals. Marylouise creates an environment where clients feel free from judgment & shame supporting human sexuality & exploration as healthy aspects of the human experience driving her focus on sexuality-related concerns & relationship wellness. Marylouise is LGBTQI+ and kink-friendly.

Sometimes we repeat negative patterns/emotions or deal with situations that cause pain. It may be frustrating to find that you do well in some areas of your life but not in others. We may be choosing to stay in toxic relationships and find it hard to move on, We may be having a hard time achieving or even knowing what our goals in life are.. Whether we struggle with adult ADHD, anxiety, depression, or just need a place to be open about our feelings, I can offer a no-nonsense approach (with some humor at times:) ) to therapy for you.

I work with anyone who is willing to address their fears and concerns with mental illness and trauma, even if they are not aware of what those are yet.

Couples that are stuck in dysfunctional patterns of relating and are perhaps contemplating separation will find time spent working towards solutions is an investment with life-long returns. People struggling with anxiety and or depression will learn mindfulness tools to live a full life. Through acceptance commitment therapy, intensive short-term psychotherapy, and PACT counseling you will find your way to becoming the person you want to be, and the relationships you long to have. Stop never-ending arguments and silent feuding. Learn to welcome differences and enjoy situations that once left you feeling helpless.

I am a wise and talented clinician who has more than 20 years of experience. I always put my client's needs foremost and am committed to providing excellent outpatient mental health services. Through the use of evidence-based models, social work principles, care and compassion, I provide support clients need to make their desired life changes.

As a therapist my goal is to create the space for clients to feel safe and comfortable to begin their journey in healing. I believe the client is the driver and I am the one in the passenger seat pointing out the scenery and occasionally giving some direction. I support my clients from all walks of life with a non-judgmental attitude, full of support and kindness, with a little humor and some “realness” thrown in there I often utilize CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) as a basis in our work, with my foundation and belief being client centered and knowing you are the expert in your life.

What we think, we become. The more you think and say to yourself one thing, the more you start believing it and then ultimately start acting on it. It can be challenging work, but there are ways we can make this idea work for ourselves. Trained in EMDR.

“Authenticity is the key to living a truly meaningful life.” – Erich Fromm, The Art of Loving / / Through a safe, collaborative environment, my hope is to help clients process relationship dynamics and heal old wounds. I also help couples improve communication, increase connection and intimacy, and work through conflict. I desire to help clients recognize and understand the impact that past experiences may have on their present thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships. Using various methods, including CBT and EMDR, I work with clients to explore ways that will help them reach their therapeutic goals.

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. We have specialties including 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.

You can build a full life of connection and exercise resilience in the face of adversity. If you are feeling empty or you are suffering from a loss of direction and contentedness, take your first small step and set up a free 15-minute consultation.