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Annette Gates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, CSSE, CGC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Discussing sexuality and relationship concerns can be daunting for people and groups.
My private practice not only serves direct clients including couples, it also focuses on supervision for therapists, coaches, healthcare organizations, agencies, and companies. I am a certified sex therapist and a master of education in human sexuality. As a licensed clinical social worker, social justice, cultural humility, and empathy are woven through my psyche. I also teach for a global healing school, the 'Harvard' of schools in that realm. I help folks gain true alignment with core qualities, needs, and values that guide the transformative process toward happiness and joy.
Discussing sexuality and relationship concerns can be daunting for people and groups.
My private practice not only serves direct clients including couples, it also focuses on supervision for therapists, coaches, healthcare organizations, agencies, and companies. I am a certified sex therapist and a master of education in human sexuality. As a licensed clinical social worker, social justice, cultural humility, and empathy are woven through my psyche. I also teach for a global healing school, the 'Harvard' of schools in that realm. I help folks gain true alignment with core qualities, needs, and values that guide the transformative process toward happiness and joy.
(505) 391-3468 View (505) 391-3468
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Dr. Reyna Aday
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Specializing in trauma recovery, I use a blend of therapies tailored to your needs, including EMDR, CBT, Sex Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hello, I'm Dr. Reyna Aday, a licensed psychotherapist in FL, NJ, TX, NM, and PA. I specialize with individuals grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Each person's experience is unique, and I deeply honor that. My approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration. If you're feeling stuck or weighed down by life's challenges, know that these feelings are a part of a journey that we can navigate together.
Specializing in trauma recovery, I use a blend of therapies tailored to your needs, including EMDR, CBT, Sex Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hello, I'm Dr. Reyna Aday, a licensed psychotherapist in FL, NJ, TX, NM, and PA. I specialize with individuals grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Each person's experience is unique, and I deeply honor that. My approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration. If you're feeling stuck or weighed down by life's challenges, know that these feelings are a part of a journey that we can navigate together.
(786) 226-0430 View (786) 226-0430
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LAURIE Ann LARIMER
Counselor, MA, LPCC, IFS, EMDR, LMT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101  (Online Only)
I offer help with trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, creativity, artistic process, climate change, Re entry anxiety, relationship, intimacy and sexuality.
For therapist's I am a New Mexico board-certified supervisor for Social Worker's and Counselors seeking supervision. For client's I am a licensed therapist in New Mexico and Washington State. I specialize in integrative shadow work utilizing IFS, EMDR and Somatic therapy. Understanding and integrating our parts or shadow sides that we have pushed away or compartmentalized can allow us to experience more joy and happiness.
I offer help with trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, creativity, artistic process, climate change, Re entry anxiety, relationship, intimacy and sexuality.
For therapist's I am a New Mexico board-certified supervisor for Social Worker's and Counselors seeking supervision. For client's I am a licensed therapist in New Mexico and Washington State. I specialize in integrative shadow work utilizing IFS, EMDR and Somatic therapy. Understanding and integrating our parts or shadow sides that we have pushed away or compartmentalized can allow us to experience more joy and happiness.
(505) 392-5937 View (505) 392-5937
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Jacob Hamlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, mood, sexual concerns or other mental health challenges, I can help.
I believe that hurt not transformed will be passed on to others. If this idea resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to me. I want to help you heal from pain and unrest, so that you can live a more fulfilling life. I have worked with people who have experienced a wide range of challenges, including physical violence, emotional neglect, failed relationships, infidelity, chronic addictive behaviors, feelings of not-enoughness, shame, and guilt. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and transform; I am here to help you on your journey.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, mood, sexual concerns or other mental health challenges, I can help.
I believe that hurt not transformed will be passed on to others. If this idea resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to me. I want to help you heal from pain and unrest, so that you can live a more fulfilling life. I have worked with people who have experienced a wide range of challenges, including physical violence, emotional neglect, failed relationships, infidelity, chronic addictive behaviors, feelings of not-enoughness, shame, and guilt. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and transform; I am here to help you on your journey.
(270) 207-9436 View (270) 207-9436
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Nirodha Stearns
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101
We often have a sense that in some ways, somehow we have been holding back. The barriers hidden behind cost us in our capacity for intimacy, spontaneity, and precious space for the heart's need to express and to be seen. They are usually constructed for very good reasons; to avoid painful experiences and vulnerability. But more often than not, carry on decades beyond when the threatening events have past. Defenses, beliefs, and the wounds that shut us down developed around people. The healing can happen when we feel safety again. Not surprisingly, this needs to happen with people too.
We often have a sense that in some ways, somehow we have been holding back. The barriers hidden behind cost us in our capacity for intimacy, spontaneity, and precious space for the heart's need to express and to be seen. They are usually constructed for very good reasons; to avoid painful experiences and vulnerability. But more often than not, carry on decades beyond when the threatening events have past. Defenses, beliefs, and the wounds that shut us down developed around people. The healing can happen when we feel safety again. Not surprisingly, this needs to happen with people too.
(505) 908-3587 View (505) 908-3587
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Aspire Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Aspire Counseling LLC offers counseling in behavioral health and substance abuse; and is currently owned/operated by John Crowl, LCSW. John is trained/certified in CPT for PTSD, DBT, the Matrix Model for Substance Use Disorder, and trauma-informed grief counseling among others. John and his staff have an extensive background in assessment and evidence-based practices. John and his staff have worked in multiple clinical behavioral health and substance abuse settings.
Aspire Counseling LLC offers counseling in behavioral health and substance abuse; and is currently owned/operated by John Crowl, LCSW. John is trained/certified in CPT for PTSD, DBT, the Matrix Model for Substance Use Disorder, and trauma-informed grief counseling among others. John and his staff have an extensive background in assessment and evidence-based practices. John and his staff have worked in multiple clinical behavioral health and substance abuse settings.
(505) 395-5631 View (505) 395-5631
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Richard Wilson
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101
I enjoy working and developing a therapeutic relationship with people that are struggling in their life whether it's with depression, anger, trauma, anxiety, relationships or even a sense that something needs to change. It's within that struggle that the spark of hope resides and I see it as my job to help people focus on their future, their strengths and successes and then begin to rediscover the hope and power to begin to shape their future and their lives.
I enjoy working and developing a therapeutic relationship with people that are struggling in their life whether it's with depression, anger, trauma, anxiety, relationships or even a sense that something needs to change. It's within that struggle that the spark of hope resides and I see it as my job to help people focus on their future, their strengths and successes and then begin to rediscover the hope and power to begin to shape their future and their lives.
(505) 819-3938 View (505) 819-3938
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Rosalie Lipfert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Waitlist for new clients
If you have arrived here, likely your habitual tools that once served you are no longer working. Or perhaps they never were, and you can no longer ignore this reality. You may feel lost, hopeless, helpless, or a combination of challenging emotions. I am here to tell you that you will not feel this way forever. Through an attachment-based, IFS, and trauma-informed lens, I will assist you in addressing the root causes of your suffering. No band-aids here; I believe the only way to live free of trauma, negative self-talk, poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety, or addiction is to face the origin story head-on.
If you have arrived here, likely your habitual tools that once served you are no longer working. Or perhaps they never were, and you can no longer ignore this reality. You may feel lost, hopeless, helpless, or a combination of challenging emotions. I am here to tell you that you will not feel this way forever. Through an attachment-based, IFS, and trauma-informed lens, I will assist you in addressing the root causes of your suffering. No band-aids here; I believe the only way to live free of trauma, negative self-talk, poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety, or addiction is to face the origin story head-on.
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Jeff W Pontes
LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the next step to a better life. I am accepting new clients for tele-sessions and limited in person sessions. Finding a therapist can be hard. Sometimes the first call is the hardest. I understand and assure you that I am here and available to help. I believe once you can find the courage to visualize your dreams, and the willingness to start your journey, you will not fail. My therapeutic style is dynamic, multidisciplinary and ready to help you address your behavioral health needs.
Thank you for taking the next step to a better life. I am accepting new clients for tele-sessions and limited in person sessions. Finding a therapist can be hard. Sometimes the first call is the hardest. I understand and assure you that I am here and available to help. I believe once you can find the courage to visualize your dreams, and the willingness to start your journey, you will not fail. My therapeutic style is dynamic, multidisciplinary and ready to help you address your behavioral health needs.
(505) 484-2730 View (505) 484-2730
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Darren M Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-NM
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Ralph Waldo Emerson said it best, "Nothing ever great was accomplished without Enthusiasm". My passion is not only helping others in a time in need but also treating them with respect and dignity. I hold myself to high standards in maintaining the right of client determination while showing unconditional positive regard for all. My own goal as a therapist is to try to help others feel empowered, restored, and of course enthusiastic each and everyday.
Ralph Waldo Emerson said it best, "Nothing ever great was accomplished without Enthusiasm". My passion is not only helping others in a time in need but also treating them with respect and dignity. I hold myself to high standards in maintaining the right of client determination while showing unconditional positive regard for all. My own goal as a therapist is to try to help others feel empowered, restored, and of course enthusiastic each and everyday.
(575) 636-1901 View (575) 636-1901
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Ileana Saenz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Hello! My name is Ileana and I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients, where they can freely express themselves and explore their thoughts and emotions. Each individual is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic methods to suit the needs and preferences of each client, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and respected.
Hello! My name is Ileana and I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients, where they can freely express themselves and explore their thoughts and emotions. Each individual is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic methods to suit the needs and preferences of each client, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and respected.
(575) 448-8518 View (575) 448-8518
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Solamente Holistic Health
LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101
We are Solamente Holistic Health. This space is for our Albuquerque and New Mexico community where therapists, healers, and medical professionals come together to provide ongoing holistic care, supportive therapy for all ages, grief counseling, and other beneficial practices such as yoga and nutrition. Here, our community has access to practices and practitioners that work with the individual to promote, attain and maintain health and well-being for the duration of a person's lifetime.
We are Solamente Holistic Health. This space is for our Albuquerque and New Mexico community where therapists, healers, and medical professionals come together to provide ongoing holistic care, supportive therapy for all ages, grief counseling, and other beneficial practices such as yoga and nutrition. Here, our community has access to practices and practitioners that work with the individual to promote, attain and maintain health and well-being for the duration of a person's lifetime.
(505) 247-7492 View (505) 247-7492
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Saruhen Santana-Lopez (Mft-Intern Supervised By Dr Mark W)
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
As humans, we see the world based on our experiences and social construct; however, I want to help clients see a new perspective, create a new narrative, and even be experts in their lives.
As humans, we see the world based on our experiences and social construct; however, I want to help clients see a new perspective, create a new narrative, and even be experts in their lives.
(806) 615-2471 View (806) 615-2471
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The Rio Rancho Family Counseling Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Not accepting new clients
I work with couples and individuals who are struggling with their own life issues. The focus can be on relationships, work, economics, sexuality, children, family, etc. There is often some depression, or anxiety. Changes are addressed easily, naturally with techniques that are easy to use and maintain. My compassionate, caring approach helps you to address your concerns more easily. I also work with survivors of abuse - sexual abuse, verbal abuse, emotional abuse. Other grief work includes the death of a child, a loved one, a parent. My years of experience are my best assets for you and your life situations.
I work with couples and individuals who are struggling with their own life issues. The focus can be on relationships, work, economics, sexuality, children, family, etc. There is often some depression, or anxiety. Changes are addressed easily, naturally with techniques that are easy to use and maintain. My compassionate, caring approach helps you to address your concerns more easily. I also work with survivors of abuse - sexual abuse, verbal abuse, emotional abuse. Other grief work includes the death of a child, a loved one, a parent. My years of experience are my best assets for you and your life situations.
(203) 318-4789 View (203) 318-4789
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Heather Dawn Hines
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87101
Not accepting new clients
I work well with people who believe there is a hidden meaning or message in their struggles that can eventually serve as a path to a more soulful life. I see myself as a guide to help companion people through the underworld of depression, anxiety, and PTSD as well as a partner in transforming psychological suffering and intergenerational patterns into the medicine which can ultimately allow individuals and families to become more fully themselves. On the community level, I offer grief groups as well as climate support groups. Please see my website for more details.
I work well with people who believe there is a hidden meaning or message in their struggles that can eventually serve as a path to a more soulful life. I see myself as a guide to help companion people through the underworld of depression, anxiety, and PTSD as well as a partner in transforming psychological suffering and intergenerational patterns into the medicine which can ultimately allow individuals and families to become more fully themselves. On the community level, I offer grief groups as well as climate support groups. Please see my website for more details.
(505) 458-6165 View (505) 458-6165
Sex Therapy

Who is sex therapy for?

Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.

Why do people need sex therapy?

Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.

What happens in sex therapy?

People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.

What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?

Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.