Codependency Therapists in Santa Fe, NM

Lauren specializes in helping individuals discover and live within their truth and values. She offers a non-judgmental space for clients to work through codependency , self-esteem issues, trauma, and the multitude of other challenges life can present. She strives to support growth, healing, and empowerment. Being a sex-positive therapist, she can support her clients on what they want to explore or discuss on the sexual spectrum. She has received training in Pia Melodie's Codependence Post Induction therapy model, assisting clients in processing trauma, learning to set boundaries, and esteeming oneself.

Do you seek greater influence over life? Have people and experiences clouded your vision of meaningful life participation? My collaborative approach to therapy respects you as the ultimate authority in your life and the one who knows yourself best; you can integrate holistic well-being, on physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and ethical areas of life. You will resolve trauma and unrest from depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma resolution, couple and familial relationships, addictions/ codependency , and destructive narcissism and harassment are my areas of specialization. If you are managing challenges of reactive attachment and hyperactivity in your family, I can help.

Have you ever wondered why it seems you always get the same results in relationship? Since there are many forms of relating, it's likely you find common threads in most of those. We live in a culture that promotes codependency and fails to support us on a path of personal empowerment. This colors not only our perception of others, but also of ourselves. Feelings of sadness, grief and anger arise, and are difficult to calm. With focus on intention, coaching toward better boundaries, and clearer communication, it's possible to find more joy and harmony in life.

Are you feeling depressed, unsure you can come out of this sadness. Do you avoid going places, seeing friends and acquaintances and relatives? Are you becoming weaker, physically tired, due to lack of movement? Or, has life become so intense that your stress levels are to high to withstand. Is you anxiety level high, and you are having panic attacks> Do you feel that the rest of the world has left you behind, and you don't know how you can possibly catch up? Are you lonely, so much that alcohol or drug use seems the only way to cope. These are areas that I am very knowledgeable about and have much life experience.

I look at mental health from all angles and apply a multitude of approaches to help individuals thrive in their lives. My focus is on the mind, body, and spirit connection. We are all eclectic individuals with complex backgrounds; therefore, I understand that not every modality works for every individual. In the process of healing and growing, I focus on calming the mind and body alowing natural flow within spirituality and self-love. I use processing through art, journaling, emotional regulation skills, integrated mindfulness practices, shadow work, and energy healing.

My goals in the therapeutic relationship are to support you in cultivating a sense of inherent worth and empowerment in all aspects of your life. Through a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I help guide individuals toward a deeper appreciation and reverence of their own complexities and uniqueness. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, C-PTSD, PTSD, dissociation, relationships, substance dependence, and codependency . I love working with activists and organizers, artists, healers/therapists, and the LGBTQIA+ community. As well as male-identified individuals who feel a call to explore their inner worlds.

You may be wondering if you have a problem with sexual behavior or you may be seeking help for someone you care about. Did you know that mental health professionals believe that 5% to 8% of the population in the U.S. suffer from sexual addiction? Dependence on pornography, especially Internet pornography, is a common behavior for persons who struggle with sexual addiction. Often individuals need professional help since efforts at self care are usually not successful and failure only enforces feelings of shame & despair. Professional help is available for you, your spouse or a loved one. You do not have to figure this out alone.

I am a very experienced therapist with more than 40 years experience in New York. Some 6 years ago I moved to Santa Fe and recently decided to set up a small self pay practice in New Mexico. I have had extensive training in Marital and Family therapy as well as Gestalt therapy. In addition I provide professional supervision for other therapists.

I believe every person is capable of finding their way out of difficult challenges, but sometimes we need support. While most clients come to me through astrological consultations, we can continue our work together and dig deeper through on-going counseling. These sessions are intuitively guided as I listen to the key themes of your process. Together we'll discover the root of particular behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that may be blocking your highest potential.

If you have come here today, you are likely in a lot of pain. Your relationship is falling apart or is in a state of transition that's creating stress in your lives. Maybe you and your partner are just not as close as you used to be. Perhaps you are seeking Discernment Counseling to decide. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential in relationship. I do this by uncovering long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life and relationship.

I enjoy people! Helping people who are struggling with life issues such as depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, and grief is meaningful to me. After more than 25 years as a psychotherapist, I have learned to let the client(s)lead me. I believe that at the deepest level people 'know' what they need in order to achieve the healing and fullness of life they desire and deserve. My job is to help create a safe, supportive, encouraging environment in which the wholeness and change clients seek can occur.

I offer practical, useful steps toward balance and integration of the parts of the self in need of healing.

Over 27 years I've had the privilege of helping children, teens, parents, co-parents, adults, and families; facing tough and painful circumstances. Family, Children's, Delinquency, and Criminal cases continues to lend support for those involved in legal matters. Parents are powerful influencers good & bad. I work to improve, empower and educate for more functional relationships. Children and teens often need an objective ear to help them with increasing pressures. Adults seeking support and problem-solving tools for relationships, career, and childhood-effects are also valued focus. This includes the effects of trauma and abuse.

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Do you want to try something different to turn your life around? Do the words 'I'm Stuck' keep playing over and over again inside your mind? As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, previously, I have worked in a community mental health setting for many years. I am skilled to handle any situation which may come my way; however, I would have to say that I am most skilled at working with clients who suffer from Anxiety Disorders and Trauma.

Empowering children, adolescents and adults of all ages and cultural backgrounds using evidence-based interventions to overcome personal obstacles and improve wellness; Body, Mind and Soul. My personal philosophy is that all people desire a fulfilling life despite the past, present or future situation or traumas. I gracefully support my clients in their work to improve self-worth and self-awareness. With each client, my heart grows fonder for this work and I am grateful to be a part of your new journey! Are you ready to change your mindset? If so, allow me to support you in this beautiful life of Yours!