Therapists in Bernalillo County, NM
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Cecilia Flores
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM 87107
I work with teens and adults that are struggling with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and stress. I prioritize establishing a genuine connection where you feel seen, heard, and validated. By fostering an atmosphere of respect, non-judgment, and empathy, I aim to create a safe space where you can freely explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. As a client-centered therapist, my role is to walk alongside you as a supportive guide, offering empathy, understanding, and aim to bring a comfortable atmosphere while you heal.
I work with teens and adults that are struggling with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and stress. I prioritize establishing a genuine connection where you feel seen, heard, and validated. By fostering an atmosphere of respect, non-judgment, and empathy, I aim to create a safe space where you can freely explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. As a client-centered therapist, my role is to walk alongside you as a supportive guide, offering empathy, understanding, and aim to bring a comfortable atmosphere while you heal.
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Jessica Salgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Waitlist for new clients
Interested and committed to understanding yourself on a deep level? Eager to feel more comfortable, at ease, and confident in your relationships? Early life experiences may have disrupted our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience where we can learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different to live the life we desire.
Interested and committed to understanding yourself on a deep level? Eager to feel more comfortable, at ease, and confident in your relationships? Early life experiences may have disrupted our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience where we can learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different to live the life we desire.
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Deborah Ehlen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109 (Online Only)
Do you have a great life, and wonder why you don’t feel more content? Do you sometimes wish you could better handle common challenges – relationships, worries, anger, or disappointments? Our ability often depends on how our parents handled these challenges themselves. The early years are critical for developing coping skills, or better yet, emotional resilience: the ability to adapt to stressful events, to resolve them, and to ultimately thrive.
Do you have a great life, and wonder why you don’t feel more content? Do you sometimes wish you could better handle common challenges – relationships, worries, anger, or disappointments? Our ability often depends on how our parents handled these challenges themselves. The early years are critical for developing coping skills, or better yet, emotional resilience: the ability to adapt to stressful events, to resolve them, and to ultimately thrive.
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Jonathan has an eclectic approach to counseling, with his main influences being existential psychotherapy, holistic counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based counseling. He also regularly utilizes humanistic and psychodynamic approaches, the Gottman method, narrative therapy, person-centered counseling, systemic therapy, reality therapy, rational emotive therapy, and constructionist therapy. Jonathan received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA) in 2018 and his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) from the University of New Mexico in 2021.
Jonathan has an eclectic approach to counseling, with his main influences being existential psychotherapy, holistic counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based counseling. He also regularly utilizes humanistic and psychodynamic approaches, the Gottman method, narrative therapy, person-centered counseling, systemic therapy, reality therapy, rational emotive therapy, and constructionist therapy. Jonathan received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA) in 2018 and his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) from the University of New Mexico in 2021.
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Accepting New Clients - Imagine yourself on a journey to explore new perspectives and unlearn unhelpful patterns. You might be facing relational issues, parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. You want to carve your own healing path, one that reflects your values, culture, and needs. You're motivated to heal attachment wounds, discover your true self, and build a strong mind-body connection. You want to navigate developmental trauma, understand counterproductive behaviors, enhance communication, set boundaries, build trust, and foster authenticity.
Accepting New Clients - Imagine yourself on a journey to explore new perspectives and unlearn unhelpful patterns. You might be facing relational issues, parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. You want to carve your own healing path, one that reflects your values, culture, and needs. You're motivated to heal attachment wounds, discover your true self, and build a strong mind-body connection. You want to navigate developmental trauma, understand counterproductive behaviors, enhance communication, set boundaries, build trust, and foster authenticity.
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No Limitz Production LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFCT, DMin
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87111
I'm am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families who are committed to their own personal growth, healing, and well being. I help people who have hit one of life's many unpredictable speed bumps and need help to go over it, increase their vibrational frequency, capacity for joy, and get on with their wild and precious lives.
I'm am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families who are committed to their own personal growth, healing, and well being. I help people who have hit one of life's many unpredictable speed bumps and need help to go over it, increase their vibrational frequency, capacity for joy, and get on with their wild and precious lives.
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Our therapists at A New Life Counseling prioritize your lived experience. There is nothing too big or too small for you to bring to the therapy room. Whether you are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, life stressors and adjustments, relationship or family conflict, or even if you feel as if none of these apply to you and you’d just like to talk, we are there for you.
Our therapists at A New Life Counseling prioritize your lived experience. There is nothing too big or too small for you to bring to the therapy room. Whether you are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, life stressors and adjustments, relationship or family conflict, or even if you feel as if none of these apply to you and you’d just like to talk, we are there for you.
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Kat Brock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87113
With a specialization in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and an expertise in family systems work, Kat possesses a deep understanding of various mental health issues and treatment approaches. Her comprehensive approach allows her to offer assessments and personalized treatment plans for individuals who have experienced trauma, families and individuals struggling with ADHD, and families seeking to improve their dynamics and communication.
With a specialization in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and an expertise in family systems work, Kat possesses a deep understanding of various mental health issues and treatment approaches. Her comprehensive approach allows her to offer assessments and personalized treatment plans for individuals who have experienced trauma, families and individuals struggling with ADHD, and families seeking to improve their dynamics and communication.
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Katherine Jeane Potts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87112 (Online Only)
Hi Its completely normal to struggle with life's challenges and stress at times. It is also normal to feel anxious and depressed. Sometimes it has gone on too long or the challenges have become too much. Whether you are experiencing a new challenge or an old issue is re-surfacing, or you are just realizing that life is becoming too stressful, counseling can help you to finally get to talk about what is happening inside of you, untagle your thoughts and emotions, and see what you have not been seeing to understand yourself. It can help you to develop new skills to face challenges and stress in new ways that can change your life.
Hi Its completely normal to struggle with life's challenges and stress at times. It is also normal to feel anxious and depressed. Sometimes it has gone on too long or the challenges have become too much. Whether you are experiencing a new challenge or an old issue is re-surfacing, or you are just realizing that life is becoming too stressful, counseling can help you to finally get to talk about what is happening inside of you, untagle your thoughts and emotions, and see what you have not been seeing to understand yourself. It can help you to develop new skills to face challenges and stress in new ways that can change your life.
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Conveniently located in
Albuquerque's West Side, we specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic violence, women's issues, and relationships. We believe that the most important aspect of therapy is the client's relationship with the therapist - the client needs to trust the therapist and feel comfortable. Our initial goal is to create an atmosphere of safety. Sometimes it is necessary to access guidance from a professional outside of the current situation in order to assist in gaining perspective.
Conveniently located in
Albuquerque's West Side, we specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic violence, women's issues, and relationships. We believe that the most important aspect of therapy is the client's relationship with the therapist - the client needs to trust the therapist and feel comfortable. Our initial goal is to create an atmosphere of safety. Sometimes it is necessary to access guidance from a professional outside of the current situation in order to assist in gaining perspective.
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Aha Therapies is open to working with all clients. We want to provide our clients with support, knowledge, encouragement and the skills to move forward in their life and not need us anymore! Tara works with children, teens, adults and can do family sessions as well. Heather works with adults, and can do family sessions too! What do we want from our clients? Someone who is ready to put in the hard work, someone willing to work the process, someone dedicated to themselves and their goals. We love it when our clients have their AHA moment! We celebrate right along side of you with each step, whether forwards or backwards.
Aha Therapies is open to working with all clients. We want to provide our clients with support, knowledge, encouragement and the skills to move forward in their life and not need us anymore! Tara works with children, teens, adults and can do family sessions as well. Heather works with adults, and can do family sessions too! What do we want from our clients? Someone who is ready to put in the hard work, someone willing to work the process, someone dedicated to themselves and their goals. We love it when our clients have their AHA moment! We celebrate right along side of you with each step, whether forwards or backwards.
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Have you ever felt like traditional talk therapy didn't work for you? You may have been frustrated with a lack of results. You may have felt like you've tried everything and are at the end of your rope. Or, maybe talk therapy has been successful for you, but you want a unique approach. As a licensed therapist, I can help by combining traditional talk therapy, with the ancient wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. The method that I have found to be most beneficial, both personally and professionally, is EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping.
Have you ever felt like traditional talk therapy didn't work for you? You may have been frustrated with a lack of results. You may have felt like you've tried everything and are at the end of your rope. Or, maybe talk therapy has been successful for you, but you want a unique approach. As a licensed therapist, I can help by combining traditional talk therapy, with the ancient wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. The method that I have found to be most beneficial, both personally and professionally, is EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping.
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If you are depressed, anxious, struggling with self-esteem, relationship problems and can’t remember the last time you felt joyful or peaceful, call me. By working with your chosen Higher Power you will move in the direction of your dreams. Anything is possible. The only thing holding you back is you. Peace, joy, abundance, prosperity, and being your authentic self are your birthright as a child of Divine Love. It's time to claim what is rightfully yours.
If you are depressed, anxious, struggling with self-esteem, relationship problems and can’t remember the last time you felt joyful or peaceful, call me. By working with your chosen Higher Power you will move in the direction of your dreams. Anything is possible. The only thing holding you back is you. Peace, joy, abundance, prosperity, and being your authentic self are your birthright as a child of Divine Love. It's time to claim what is rightfully yours.
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I have worked primarily with clients who are suicidal and self harming with BPD. I have also worked with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, couples therapy, adolescent populations, addiction issues as well as LGBTQ issues. I also helped many people who have experienced loss, physical trauma, emotional abuse and complex PTSD. My therapy style is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental. I have an irreverent attitude that allows for an accepting atmosphere. I believe in treating all people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I have worked primarily with clients who are suicidal and self harming with BPD. I have also worked with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, couples therapy, adolescent populations, addiction issues as well as LGBTQ issues. I also helped many people who have experienced loss, physical trauma, emotional abuse and complex PTSD. My therapy style is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental. I have an irreverent attitude that allows for an accepting atmosphere. I believe in treating all people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
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"Attachment" ..... just more psychobabble, right? Well, no, not really. Since the 1950's, people have been interested in what "attachment" means when we're thinking about how to have relationships, of all kinds. Our very first relationship(s) are the ones that really form a foundation for our ability to relate to others, so the theory goes. Only now, there's a lot more research using brain-imaging techniques that help us "shrinks" know we're on the right track when thinking about attachment as an important part of helping people learn how to develop, maintain and thrive in relationships.
"Attachment" ..... just more psychobabble, right? Well, no, not really. Since the 1950's, people have been interested in what "attachment" means when we're thinking about how to have relationships, of all kinds. Our very first relationship(s) are the ones that really form a foundation for our ability to relate to others, so the theory goes. Only now, there's a lot more research using brain-imaging techniques that help us "shrinks" know we're on the right track when thinking about attachment as an important part of helping people learn how to develop, maintain and thrive in relationships.
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It can feel often scary and uncertain to reach out and ask for help when we need it. Linsey believes in reducing the stigma towards mental help and improving quality of life through a strengths-based perspective. Each and every person has their own unique resiliency and she seeks to assist in bringing those strengths to the forefront and improving confidence in learning new skills to manage the day-to-day lives.
It can feel often scary and uncertain to reach out and ask for help when we need it. Linsey believes in reducing the stigma towards mental help and improving quality of life through a strengths-based perspective. Each and every person has their own unique resiliency and she seeks to assist in bringing those strengths to the forefront and improving confidence in learning new skills to manage the day-to-day lives.
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Clients that have issues with trauma, coping with daily life and building skills to overwrite negative thinking/cognitive errors that lead to maladaptive behaviors. Clients who have experienced childhood abuse and/or trauma or have gone through trauma in relationships as adults. Clients that are or have experienced issues with domestic violence and sexual trauma in relationships. Chronic PTSD, chronic trauma, depression, anxiety, and bi-polar disorders. Clients in the LGBTQ+ Community.
Clients that have issues with trauma, coping with daily life and building skills to overwrite negative thinking/cognitive errors that lead to maladaptive behaviors. Clients who have experienced childhood abuse and/or trauma or have gone through trauma in relationships as adults. Clients that are or have experienced issues with domestic violence and sexual trauma in relationships. Chronic PTSD, chronic trauma, depression, anxiety, and bi-polar disorders. Clients in the LGBTQ+ Community.
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The staff at Inner Compass Counseling are client centered and professional. We are looking to help you find and honor a healthier lifestyle for you and your family. We also believe in SMART goals and want to assist you with identifying a clear path and direction to those self-developed and achievable goals; we offer tools, not just an empathetic ear. We work with diverse populations helping them discover who they are and who they want to be.
The staff at Inner Compass Counseling are client centered and professional. We are looking to help you find and honor a healthier lifestyle for you and your family. We also believe in SMART goals and want to assist you with identifying a clear path and direction to those self-developed and achievable goals; we offer tools, not just an empathetic ear. We work with diverse populations helping them discover who they are and who they want to be.
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Angela A Romero
Counselor, MA, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87122
Waitlist for new clients
I care deeply about the relationship I establish with the people who come to see me in therapy. I work hard to provide clients with a safe and non-judgmental environment, in which they can feel comfortable being themselves. I know life can be difficult, but I truly believe that we all have the ability to live a healthy and fulfilling life. Knowing where to begin can be challenging , and that is what I am here for. I always work to meet clients where they are, and create a treatment plan based on their specific needs.
I care deeply about the relationship I establish with the people who come to see me in therapy. I work hard to provide clients with a safe and non-judgmental environment, in which they can feel comfortable being themselves. I know life can be difficult, but I truly believe that we all have the ability to live a healthy and fulfilling life. Knowing where to begin can be challenging , and that is what I am here for. I always work to meet clients where they are, and create a treatment plan based on their specific needs.
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Valerie Ann Gonzales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tijeras, NM 87059 (Online Only)
I am a strength-based therapist dedicated to helping individuals through their difficult struggles, hardships, or any circumstances where they want to improve on some life goals. I aim at assisting individuals to learn how to complete their therapeutic work in a safe, calm, and authentic environment. Everyone needs a genuine person that will encourage, believe, and support them through all aspects of life, and to build on their strengths for personal growth.
I am a strength-based therapist dedicated to helping individuals through their difficult struggles, hardships, or any circumstances where they want to improve on some life goals. I aim at assisting individuals to learn how to complete their therapeutic work in a safe, calm, and authentic environment. Everyone needs a genuine person that will encourage, believe, and support them through all aspects of life, and to build on their strengths for personal growth.
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Number of Therapists in Bernalillo County, NM
1,000+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in Bernalillo County, NM who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
77% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Self Esteem |
67% | Coping Skills |
67% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
78% | Presbyterian |
72% | Medicaid |
How Therapists in Bernalillo County, NM see their clients
64% | In Person and Online | |
36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Bernalillo County?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.