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Victoria M Handfield

Psychologist, PsyD

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Available both in-person and online
1100 Alameda Boulevard Northwest Albuquerque, NM 87114
I have been in practice for many years and have been helping people manage many personal problems. I specialize in helping medical professionals. I believe in giving people respect, support and help in understanding life's challenges. Depression and anxiety are the most common problems I see, wrapped in the context of many life changes, disappointments and traumas. Feel free to ask about specific issues. Diagnoses - developed in order for mental health professionals to be included in insurance; they are averages, not personal identities. Diagnoses are over-used, in my opinion - they have some relevance - they don't define a person.
In my practice I specialize in helping medical professionals. Most folks have no idea the stress that doctors, nurses and others have to live with. Education and training are immensely stressful, even abusive. Fear of others' knowledge and opinions tend to keep alot of medical folks from seeking help. My clinical work is extremely private and confidential.
I'm often told that I'm more down to earth than therapists people have seen before. I'm very clear and direct in my communication style, as well as being friendly, warm and compassionate. I look for ways to help people achieve their full potential. I see clients who have "out-of-network" benefits with their insurance policies, call me with questions.
Call or Victoria M Handfield now for a free 15 minute consultation - (609) 841-9159

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Absolute 1100

1100 Alameda Boulevard Northwest

Albuquerque, NM 87114 map

(609) 841-9159
My website
I see clients in person or online, depending on what works best for you. Let's talk first, see if I'm a good fit for you. Respect is vital!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
$185 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I always look forward to seeing my clients, whether we are meeting for the first time or after many sessions. It's challenging for us both!
Victoria M Handfield
Let's Connect (609) 841-9159
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Absolute 1100

1100 Alameda Boulevard Northwest

Albuquerque, NM 87114 map

(609) 841-9159
My website
I see clients in person or online, depending on what works best for you. Let's talk first, see if I'm a good fit for you. Respect is vital!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
$185 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I always look forward to seeing my clients, whether we are meeting for the first time or after many sessions. It's challenging for us both!
Victoria M Handfield

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Each session, the same charge. I used to accept insurance; I was paid less the more experience I gained. It was a hard decision to stop accepting insurance. I can help you navigate insurance problems.
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159
"
Each session, the same charge. I used to accept insurance; I was paid less the more experience I gained. It was a hard decision to stop accepting insurance. I can help you navigate insurance problems.
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Mexico / 1436 Victoria M Handfield
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 46 years
  • Attended Hahnemann, Graduated 1980
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Hahnemann Medical College Psy.D. / 1980
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My education spanned 13 years of full time classes and training; have been helping many people from all different backgrounds, respectfully
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159
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My education spanned 13 years of full time classes and training; have been helping many people from all different backgrounds, respectfully
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • we all have issues
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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I like to help clients navigate cross-cultural issues. When I lived in eastern US, I often helped Black clients with many cultural issues. Over time since I moved to NM I have learned to respect and help Native Americans with the often very difficult issues facing them. Some of these issues are individual, some are familial and some are generational.
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159
"
I like to help clients navigate cross-cultural issues. When I lived in eastern US, I often helped Black clients with many cultural issues. Over time since I moved to NM I have learned to respect and help Native Americans with the often very difficult issues facing them. Some of these issues are individual, some are familial and some are generational.
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Native American

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Native American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Eclectic
  • I focus on what a client needs now, with respect
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I like to get to know my clients and work together to find ways of improving life experience. I've learned quite a few therapy modalities and integrate them into my work. I don't believe in applying techniques, I'd rather get to know my clients and see what is helpful for them as individuals.
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159
"
I like to get to know my clients and work together to find ways of improving life experience. I've learned quite a few therapy modalities and integrate them into my work. I don't believe in applying techniques, I'd rather get to know my clients and see what is helpful for them as individuals.
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 841-9159

Location

Primary Location

Absolute 1100

1100 Alameda Boulevard Northwest

Albuquerque, NM 87114

(609) 841-9159
"
I see clients in person or online, depending on what works best for you. Let's talk first, see if I'm a good fit for you. Respect is vital!
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (609) 841-9159
"
I see clients in person or online, depending on what works best for you. Let's talk first, see if I'm a good fit for you. Respect is vital!
Photo of Victoria M Handfield, Psychologist, PsyD
Victoria M Handfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (609) 841-9159