Therapists in Las Cruces, NM

Hello my name is Nicole Harvey-Navarro, and I am an LMHC therapist with my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from New Mexico State University. I have worked in many different practice types, to include schools, psychiatric facilities, and outpatient individual settings.

I provide telehealth therapy in most states in the US and psychiatric medication management practice in New Mexico. Do you want to reduce your anxiety, depression, guilt, anger, trauma, or obsessive behaviors that cause you and those close to you distress? I have doctoral degrees in psychology, medicine, and utilize the procedures to help you achieve the best quality of life. I want you to understand what the issues are and how to best deal with them. This process involves a team effort to help you reduce the emotional distress in your life. I work to increase your strengths so you can take back control of your life.

My theoretical framework is Relational Psychoanalytic Therapy which focuses on assimilating cognitive insight and emotional attachment. Trauma (PTSD, anxiety, depression) corrupts the value of words and disrupts the bridge between feelings, thoughts, and behavior. Relational analysis examines the elements of rupture and psychological injury related to developmental derailments. I have extensive training in psychodynamic therapy. I started my analytical training in 1992 at the Jung Educational Center of Houston, TX; The Masterson Institute of New York City; and The Center for Psychoanalytic Studies in Houston, TX.

I offer an integrative and nature-based approach to mental health. Specialty areas and offerings include nature walk and talk therapy (ecotherapy), using a story-based framework, supporting creativity in professional work or for personal wellbeing, grief counseling, exploring intergenerational issues, and support for highly sensitive people. Clients are welcomed in bringing up spiritual topics and meaning-of-life questions for exploration together. I incorporate a trauma- and grief-informed approach to therapy based on my clinical training and experience.

I work with those who struggle with anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, insomnia, PTSD, smoking cessation and weight management. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which focuses on targeting unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior that cause mood symptoms to linger. CBT is evidence based and involves structured content and exercises within sessions and "homework" exercises between sessions. CBT exercises and homework seek to identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and improve positive coping skills and confidence. I am also certified in cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and prolonged exposure (PE) for PTSD.

As a therapist my driving passions are to help people overcome trauma, de-stigmatize mental health, and advocate for counseling, not just as a means of addressing mental illness but as a tool for self-exploration, healing, and growth. I know that therapy, or any commitment to change for that matter, can be scary and uncomfortable at times but I provide a calming space and an empathetic and unconditionally caring partner in your journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. I truly believe that counseling can be a means to a better, more satisfying and comfortable life for everyone.

Hello, my name is Crystal Portillo, LMHC. I received my degree in Forensic Psychology in Los Angeles, at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I have worked in school settings and in psychiatric inpatient facilities, treating individuals struggling with a variety of issues ranging from stress, anger management, anxiety, depression and mood disorders. Most of my pre-private practice experience has been at a partial hospitalization program incorporated as a step-down program from psychiatric hospitalizations.

Hello, my name is Stephanie, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New Mexico. I am a bilingual counselor working with both Spanish and English with adults, adolescents, and children. When making the decision to seek counseling I understand that each person comes with their own unique experience.

I have been providing mental health and substance abuse treatment for both adults and adolescents for over 12 years. I currently provide psychotherapy and clinical supervision in the Las Cruces area. I am experienced at treating adults, couples and families and my primary goal is to assist clients in achieving their full potential. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and loss, relationship difficulties and life change challenges. I believe this is best achieved by building a relationship in a supportive, nonjudgmental partnership that acknowledges the strengths and potential of each individual client that creates a sense of hope.

I help you to see your symptoms as a meaningful response to concerns that you have about your life and yourself. I help you become aware of what is keeping you from living the way you want to live. I help you to get clear about what you want in the way of love, work (expressing yourself) and enjoyment of life and to use your thoughts, feelings, intentions, talents and strengths to get on a path towards satisfying those desires. I help people heal from trauma. I don't believe drugs are good treatment and will help you withdraw from them.

Do you have concerns about your child’s mental health or behavior? Many children and teenagers struggle with depression, anxiety, or behavior problems. I am a psychologist who has worked for many years with parents and their children and teens. My general goal is to help families get along better; for children to do well at home, school, and in the community. My approaches include family therapy and behavior modification.

Hello, my name is Jessica Gassdorf. I have been a licensed mental health counselor in NM since 2020. Choosing a counselor can be difficult and looking at making change can be an intimidating process, especially in the beginning. My goal is to try to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for your journey to a better and healthier you. Everyone's process is different, and every individual is different which is why I work to take a person-centered and integrative approach with each client.