Racial Identity Therapists in Rio Arriba County, NM

Does your life feel like "Groundhog Day" (same stories and patterns repeating)? Are you looking to work on developing a new and healthier you? If so, I can help. My priority Is to collaborate, empower, and provide a space where change is nurtured. Please know there will be challenging moments; it is normal for people to want to quit before change takes place. You are wise and brave for taking this first step forward. My goal is to help you to discover new ways to modify unhealthy patterns and thoughts.

Many times in our lives we are driven by the pain of past events which can sometimes lead us to feel and believe that we have lost our way. Yet, the truth is that we can live within a new paradigm! How are you showing up for yourself today? I have worked with youth and adults in a variety of capacities as well as prenatal and postnatal care. Much of my experience has been working alongside those who are faced with issues of anger, general and acute stress, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I have a deep understanding of the nuances of trauma and generational trauma & sociocultural contexts and constructs (racism, sexism, xenophobia).

I have years of experience working with substance use, addiction, eating disorders, and other mental health challenges. I also love working with people from communities that have traditionally been underserved by the mental health profession, such as people of color and members of the LGBTIA+ community, as well as young adults and adolescents, and people navigating major life transitions.

WELCOME to a unique opportunity to feel happier, improve relationships, heal wounds, find clarity, and move forward. Counseling is tailored to your priorities. Clients report feeling relieved in the first few sessions, more hopeful, empowered, and successful in relationships. Couples develop an understanding of how to move beyond conflict with new skills for their relationship. Families get practical guidance for parenting. Children & teens gain self-esteem, discuss family & school issues & more. Cynthia has been a been a licensed practicing therapist for 30+ years in Santa Fe. Option to meet in office, or outside in summer.

I provide a balanced therapeutic approach to assisting you with mental, emotional and spiritual challenges that can present as anxiety, fear-based thinking, over-analyzing, self-criticalness, depression, codependency, low self-esteem and other trauma-based symptoms. At times, the healing journey can feel scary and hard, but as you slowly take steps to identify beliefs & narratives that no longer serve you; recondition your heart and mind to accept your shadowed parts; and practice gratitude, Self-compassion and forgiveness; you can reclaim your innate sovereignty, feelings of authenticity and your power to create wellness.

I apply a holistic approach as a pathway to increase your optimal wellbeing. This holistic approach, combined with your personal goals, creates an experience that is personal and unique to you. As your therapist, I will design a session tailored to your needs. I use Somatic Experiencing along with other forms of wellness specialties in working with those who are struggling with work/life balance, PTSD, anxiety, stress, marginalization, systems of oppression, ancestral trauma/intergenerational trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Let's work together to make your life better. My team at Umoja Behavioral Health and I work well with addictions, teens, sexual abuse, marriage/relationship problems and LGBTQ issues. We also work with those who are experiencing anxiety or fears about success, wish to improve coping and relationship skills, and to experience greater fulfillment in life. Culture, worldview, and knowledge of self represent the solution to problems as individuals--and as a society. I envision a world where everyone is authentic, engaged, and makes empowered choices rooted in passionate purpose.

Dreams and the unconscious hold symbols that assist in the healing process for depression, anxiety, and addictions. As a Jungian clinical counselor, I use these tools to help you establish a connection between consciousness and the higher Self. The Self then becomes a strong core from which we can operate in a healed and healthy manner. We are no longer driven by unconscious complexes and desires, but make conscious decisions that support life and its many expressions.

The purpose of counseling and psychotherapy is to help individuals embrace healthy life choices through self-understanding and self-awareness. Counseling helps clients/patients identify the causes of stress and to find meaningful and fulling remedies for their life situations, in a safe and supportive atmosphere.

We believe at some point everyone comes across situations that need an outside perspective—these crossroads can determine the direction we go. Everyone has that underlying intuition & if listened to, will guide them to the path they are striving towards. We work w/ all ages, most issues, situations. We specialize in many areas-as we have several therapists-some of which are: postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, depression, anxiety, couples, gender/sexuality, self-esteem, meditation, work, art therapy, men’s issues, etc. We want the best for you & everyone should have the best therapy experience!

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 or 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, intergenerational trauma, and acculturation.

Are you looking for a non-traditional therapist? I integrate my spiritual life coaching training and the practice of art-making into the therapeutic process in a way that honors who you are wholistically. This wholistic approach is based on the psycho-spiritual therapeutic modality, which is grounded in the notion that “the soul is the starting point for balance.” This approach to treatment takes into consideration the WHOLE of who you are, be it physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, culturally, etc. and examines how your lived experiences have impacted your mental health.

Perhaps you’re at a point where you are frustrated and tired of starting over with a new therapist. You’re tired of telling your story over and over again and not experiencing any relief. You’re tired of taking all these medications and being numb. And you’re tired of your past trauma disrupting your everyday life. Perhaps you’re wondering if you’re ever going to heal and feel better. You CAN heal. The therapist’s job is to help facilitate the healing process that lies within you. To heal from trauma, you don’t have to talk about the details of what has happened to you (unless you find it helpful).

I specialize in attachment and relational/historical trauma and current relational issues and bring a depth-oriented, collaborative, warm and engaged approach to our meetings. I am trained and educated in psychodynamic and analytically-oriented therapies to relationships, sexuality, various life transitions, loss, crisis of meaning and well-being.

I am an experienced Mental Health Counselor providing counseling services for 25+ years in private practice supporting individuals, families and couples cope with life challenges that have become difficult and/or overwhelming. Together we set realistic goals and develop skills to assist with uncovering strengths, resilience, and talents to allow movement towards positive change. I work with diverse populations and issues, including, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, substance abuse, and self-esteem. I look forward to assisting you in your journey to being the person you want to be.

My passion and motivation is to help people become the best versions of themselves. Life experiences and circumstances can be challenging to overcome and deal with. I am compassionate about fostering positive mental health in children, adolescents, young adults, and couples. My focus is addressing issues such as identity exploration, trauma, life transitions, relationship dynamics, anxiety, and depression. My goal is to support you in processing and healing through what is needed for you to heal and grow into your best self.