Women's Issues Therapists in Belen, NM
You are fearfully and wonderfully made! (Psalm 139:14) The word of God tells us this but do you find yourself struggling to believe it? I know I have! Life can be so hard and I have found that we women struggle with finding sources of encouragement and positive support. Therapy can be a safe place to find this support and encouragement during tough times. After 18 years of counseling, I have grown a passion for working with women of all ages to find true healing. I deeply enjoy my role of walking alongside women, being an encouragement and helping them explore new tools to cope more effectively with all of life's ups and downs.
You are fearfully and wonderfully made! (Psalm 139:14) The word of God tells us this but do you find yourself struggling to believe it? I know I have! Life can be so hard and I have found that we women struggle with finding sources of encouragement and positive support. Therapy can be a safe place to find this support and encouragement during tough times. After 18 years of counseling, I have grown a passion for working with women of all ages to find true healing. I deeply enjoy my role of walking alongside women, being an encouragement and helping them explore new tools to cope more effectively with all of life's ups and downs.
Hello, and welcome! I am a licensed Master’s-level trained mental health counselor located just south of Albuquerque in New Mexico. My counseling specialty is autism in adult women as well as psychotherapy with equines (horses).
Hello, and welcome! I am a licensed Master’s-level trained mental health counselor located just south of Albuquerque in New Mexico. My counseling specialty is autism in adult women as well as psychotherapy with equines (horses).
My journey as a therapist has been deeply rooted in advocacy, support, and empowerment within the LGBTQ+ community and of communities of color. With a commitment to fostering inclusivity and understanding, I have cultivated a practice that prioritizes the voices and experiences of those often marginalized and historically underserved. I recognize the importance of culturally competent care and the impact of systemic inequalities in mental health. I provide a culturally responsive approach to therapy, addressing issues such as identity, discrimination, and intergenerational trauma.
My journey as a therapist has been deeply rooted in advocacy, support, and empowerment within the LGBTQ+ community and of communities of color. With a commitment to fostering inclusivity and understanding, I have cultivated a practice that prioritizes the voices and experiences of those often marginalized and historically underserved. I recognize the importance of culturally competent care and the impact of systemic inequalities in mental health. I provide a culturally responsive approach to therapy, addressing issues such as identity, discrimination, and intergenerational trauma.
You're navigating a big change and it’s okay to need support along the way.
Maybe you’ve just become a parent, started a new chapter at school, ended a long-term relationship, or navigating life while living with a chronic illness.
You might be struggling to stay grounded, protect your priorities, or simply feel like yourself amidst it all.
I’m here to help you move through this season with clarity, confidence, and emotional balance. Together, we’ll build the tools you need to manage stress, regulate your emotions, and reconnect with your inner resilience.
You're navigating a big change and it’s okay to need support along the way.
Maybe you’ve just become a parent, started a new chapter at school, ended a long-term relationship, or navigating life while living with a chronic illness.
You might be struggling to stay grounded, protect your priorities, or simply feel like yourself amidst it all.
I’m here to help you move through this season with clarity, confidence, and emotional balance. Together, we’ll build the tools you need to manage stress, regulate your emotions, and reconnect with your inner resilience.
Hello and welcome! I am a therapist and fellow human based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and am currently accepting new clients in April 2026. My goal is to be with and support my clients as they grapple with challenges such as trauma, anxiety, stress, grief, neurodivergence, and depression. My clients work hard for the lives that they have, have gone through some very difficult experiences, and are searching for meaning in the midst of everything. A central question I bring into therapy is, "What makes up a meaningful life, and how do I find that meaning?” I use a trauma informed and emotion focused approach.
Hello and welcome! I am a therapist and fellow human based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and am currently accepting new clients in April 2026. My goal is to be with and support my clients as they grapple with challenges such as trauma, anxiety, stress, grief, neurodivergence, and depression. My clients work hard for the lives that they have, have gone through some very difficult experiences, and are searching for meaning in the midst of everything. A central question I bring into therapy is, "What makes up a meaningful life, and how do I find that meaning?” I use a trauma informed and emotion focused approach.
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At Roots of Resilience, I seek to help families and individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, I am here to walk alongside you with care and respect for your unique journey. I believe every family and individual—regardless of background, language, or life experience—deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. We will work together to create a collaborative space where you, your child, or your family can feel safe to explore challenges, build on your strengths and move towards positive change.
At Roots of Resilience, I seek to help families and individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, I am here to walk alongside you with care and respect for your unique journey. I believe every family and individual—regardless of background, language, or life experience—deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. We will work together to create a collaborative space where you, your child, or your family can feel safe to explore challenges, build on your strengths and move towards positive change.
Hi! I am Melanie! I take various insurances including Medicaid! I am excited for us to began working together! In working with clients who may be struggling with their identity and past trauma. I recognize the importance of understanding the complexities and nuances of their specific situation. I enjoy getting to know clients and truly who they are outside of the masks we feel we have to wear at school, home, work, etc. I am committed to providing a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, tailored to the unique needs and experiences of each individual.
Hi! I am Melanie! I take various insurances including Medicaid! I am excited for us to began working together! In working with clients who may be struggling with their identity and past trauma. I recognize the importance of understanding the complexities and nuances of their specific situation. I enjoy getting to know clients and truly who they are outside of the masks we feel we have to wear at school, home, work, etc. I am committed to providing a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, tailored to the unique needs and experiences of each individual.
I am currently accepting adult, individual clients in PA, TX, NM, and ND for telehealth only. I am a licensed clinical social worker with nearly 20 years of working directly with clients in a variety of treatment settings. I tend to be a "jump right in"/very direct type of therapist and I mostly use Solution Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) methods in my practice. As a social worker, I also utilize a client-centered, person-in-environment approach. If you have other questions or would like to discuss if I am the right fit for you, you can connect with me by calling or clicking on my website.
I am currently accepting adult, individual clients in PA, TX, NM, and ND for telehealth only. I am a licensed clinical social worker with nearly 20 years of working directly with clients in a variety of treatment settings. I tend to be a "jump right in"/very direct type of therapist and I mostly use Solution Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) methods in my practice. As a social worker, I also utilize a client-centered, person-in-environment approach. If you have other questions or would like to discuss if I am the right fit for you, you can connect with me by calling or clicking on my website.
In the real lives of everyday people stuff happens. Some of it hurts a little. Some of it hurts for a lifetime. I use several evidence-based therapies to help work through feelings of abuse, betrayal, danger, and damage to recover, repair, and rebuild. Finding hope and help is a great start. This is hard work and it's not always fun work, but for a life with more control, awareness, and acceptance, it's work worth doing.
In the real lives of everyday people stuff happens. Some of it hurts a little. Some of it hurts for a lifetime. I use several evidence-based therapies to help work through feelings of abuse, betrayal, danger, and damage to recover, repair, and rebuild. Finding hope and help is a great start. This is hard work and it's not always fun work, but for a life with more control, awareness, and acceptance, it's work worth doing.
Phoebe Sheldon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is warm and present. I trust in your judgment in the therapeutic process, and view each individual as the expert in their own life. I’ve worked in the mental health field in Northern New Mexican communities for a decade.
My approach is trauma informed, strengths based, and includes EMDR, family systems therapy, somatic mindfulness, narrative therapy, and techniques from Gabor Mate’s Compassionate Inquiry approach. I use humor when it fits. I believe our relationships with nature, community, spirituality, and creativity can be primary parts of the healing process.
My approach is warm and present. I trust in your judgment in the therapeutic process, and view each individual as the expert in their own life. I’ve worked in the mental health field in Northern New Mexican communities for a decade.
My approach is trauma informed, strengths based, and includes EMDR, family systems therapy, somatic mindfulness, narrative therapy, and techniques from Gabor Mate’s Compassionate Inquiry approach. I use humor when it fits. I believe our relationships with nature, community, spirituality, and creativity can be primary parts of the healing process.
Me especializo en trabajar con Hispanohablantes.
I work with mothers who are in the midst of change: navigating transitions, anxiety, depression, or the uncertainty of postpartum mood disorders. These experiences don’t define you, but they shape the way you love, live, and relate to others and to yourself. My approach is collaborative. In our sessions, we will explore the questions that matter to you, at a pace that honors your voice, your readiness, and your values.
Me especializo en trabajar con Hispanohablantes.
I work with mothers who are in the midst of change: navigating transitions, anxiety, depression, or the uncertainty of postpartum mood disorders. These experiences don’t define you, but they shape the way you love, live, and relate to others and to yourself. My approach is collaborative. In our sessions, we will explore the questions that matter to you, at a pace that honors your voice, your readiness, and your values.
Are you exhausted from overthinking, constantly worrying about what others think, or feeling like you’re carrying everyone else’s needs while neglecting your own? You may be struggling with anxiety, people-pleasing, low self-esteem, or the impact of difficult life experiences. I serve women & teen girls 13 and up. In therapy, you can learn the good & ooey-gooey parts of you, and grow to be your most authentic self! Many women and teen girls find themselves stuck in people-pleasing, self-doubt, perfectionism, or emotional exhaustion. I help teen girls manage issues at school, hormone changes, bullying & social media boundaries.
Are you exhausted from overthinking, constantly worrying about what others think, or feeling like you’re carrying everyone else’s needs while neglecting your own? You may be struggling with anxiety, people-pleasing, low self-esteem, or the impact of difficult life experiences. I serve women & teen girls 13 and up. In therapy, you can learn the good & ooey-gooey parts of you, and grow to be your most authentic self! Many women and teen girls find themselves stuck in people-pleasing, self-doubt, perfectionism, or emotional exhaustion. I help teen girls manage issues at school, hormone changes, bullying & social media boundaries.
I have treated women, children and families for over 25 years and continue to love it. I stay current on best practices by teaching practice courses to graduate students and supervising new therapists. I individualize treatment for each of my clients and/or families based on research and my clients' unique needs/characteristics. I can address impulsivity, oppositional defiance, depression, anxiety and family adjustment issues. I use a variety of techniques in my practice including cognitive reprocessing, role-play, family therapy and bibliotherapy.
I have treated women, children and families for over 25 years and continue to love it. I stay current on best practices by teaching practice courses to graduate students and supervising new therapists. I individualize treatment for each of my clients and/or families based on research and my clients' unique needs/characteristics. I can address impulsivity, oppositional defiance, depression, anxiety and family adjustment issues. I use a variety of techniques in my practice including cognitive reprocessing, role-play, family therapy and bibliotherapy.
Hi all, I have been practicing therapy in New Mexico for the past 15 years. I graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2007 with a BA in psychology and graduated from NMSU in 2009 with an MA in counseling psychology. I see clients for individual therapy and couples therapy and have been in private practice for about 7 years. I work with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, or personality disorders. Couples therapy is often conducted through the lens of attachment styles, family of origin dynamics, and clarification of identity.
Hi all, I have been practicing therapy in New Mexico for the past 15 years. I graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2007 with a BA in psychology and graduated from NMSU in 2009 with an MA in counseling psychology. I see clients for individual therapy and couples therapy and have been in private practice for about 7 years. I work with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, or personality disorders. Couples therapy is often conducted through the lens of attachment styles, family of origin dynamics, and clarification of identity.
I offer therapy in both English and Spanish for individuals navigating life’s challenges, from everyday stress and life transitions to depression and trauma. My approach is collaborative, grounded in cultural humility and informed by my experience working with BBIPOC communities and my perspective as a first-generation Mexican American woman. I strive to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and free to explore your experiences at your own pace.
I offer therapy in both English and Spanish for individuals navigating life’s challenges, from everyday stress and life transitions to depression and trauma. My approach is collaborative, grounded in cultural humility and informed by my experience working with BBIPOC communities and my perspective as a first-generation Mexican American woman. I strive to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and free to explore your experiences at your own pace.
My name is Arcelia Ibarra, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Mexico. I provide telehealth therapy services to clients statewide. I use a Holistic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach when working with clients. I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship issues. My approach is client-centered, and strength based using Holistic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This approach helps understand how thoughts, feelings, and behavior can impact each other and allows us to work towards positive patterns.
My name is Arcelia Ibarra, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Mexico. I provide telehealth therapy services to clients statewide. I use a Holistic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach when working with clients. I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship issues. My approach is client-centered, and strength based using Holistic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This approach helps understand how thoughts, feelings, and behavior can impact each other and allows us to work towards positive patterns.
These days, just waking up is a nerve-wracking endeavor. Before your feet hit the floor, your mind is blitzed with a million “Oh, no’s” and “What if’s.” You peel yourself out of bed, but your every move is tense. It’s like you’re inching closer toward some disaster, even if you don’t know what it is. The tension and chaos build, leaving you too exhausted to live life on your terms. Instead, you’re like a prisoner, constantly living in a state of “fight or flight.” You suspect it has something to do with past trauma, but you’re not sure how to connect the dots. One thing’s for sure, though: You can’t keep on living like this.
These days, just waking up is a nerve-wracking endeavor. Before your feet hit the floor, your mind is blitzed with a million “Oh, no’s” and “What if’s.” You peel yourself out of bed, but your every move is tense. It’s like you’re inching closer toward some disaster, even if you don’t know what it is. The tension and chaos build, leaving you too exhausted to live life on your terms. Instead, you’re like a prisoner, constantly living in a state of “fight or flight.” You suspect it has something to do with past trauma, but you’re not sure how to connect the dots. One thing’s for sure, though: You can’t keep on living like this.
My goal is to create a warm, non-judging environment allowing you to trust, reveal, and explore your thought patterns, life choices, and changes you want to make in your life. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating transitions, anxiety, and trauma.
My goal is to create a warm, non-judging environment allowing you to trust, reveal, and explore your thought patterns, life choices, and changes you want to make in your life. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating transitions, anxiety, and trauma.
Are you suffering because your life is out of balance? If you are, your relationships have probably deteriorated and you may feel depressed, anxious, tense and irritable. Even your relationship with your self may be suffering. These emotions are telling you that your psychological system is out of balance and adjustments need to be made. Whether you are single, in a relationship, or in a family system, I will help you to identify where these imbalances are happening for you and we will work together to establish harmony and restore health and wellbeing to your personal or family system.
Are you suffering because your life is out of balance? If you are, your relationships have probably deteriorated and you may feel depressed, anxious, tense and irritable. Even your relationship with your self may be suffering. These emotions are telling you that your psychological system is out of balance and adjustments need to be made. Whether you are single, in a relationship, or in a family system, I will help you to identify where these imbalances are happening for you and we will work together to establish harmony and restore health and wellbeing to your personal or family system.
As your therapist, I create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your unique concerns and goals. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing challenges with daily management of ADHD, neurodivergence, high sensitivity (HSPs), creativity, mood/anxiety management, and those in need of recovery from narcissistic abuse or familial alcoholism.
I will aid you in gaining knowledge and tools for healthier communication and healing from past or present trauma. Other concerns addressed include abuse, challenging relationship dynamics, parenting, divorce, separation, and/or broader challenges in familial relationships.
As your therapist, I create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your unique concerns and goals. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing challenges with daily management of ADHD, neurodivergence, high sensitivity (HSPs), creativity, mood/anxiety management, and those in need of recovery from narcissistic abuse or familial alcoholism.
I will aid you in gaining knowledge and tools for healthier communication and healing from past or present trauma. Other concerns addressed include abuse, challenging relationship dynamics, parenting, divorce, separation, and/or broader challenges in familial relationships.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.