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I believe mental health care should feel steady, respectful, and empowering—not rushed, invalidating, or intimidating....
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I believe mental health care should feel steady, respectful, and empowering—not rushed, invalidating, or intimidating.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 9 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to adolescents and adults. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and the everyday challenges that can impact emotional well-being. My approach centers on understanding the whole person and creating thoughtful, individualized treatment plans that promote long-term stability and growth.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Colorado State University Pueblo. My professional background includes emergency room nursing, quality management, and nursing education. Growing up in rural Northern New Mexico deeply shaped my appreciation for cultural diversity and the role it plays in resilience, connection, and healing.
I believe effective mental health care goes beyond medication alone and focuses on collaboration, education, and trust. I strive to help you understand your symptoms, treatment options, and goals so you feel empowered in your care. If you are looking for honest support in a welcoming space, I invite you to schedule an appointment so we can begin working together.
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As a Registered Nurse and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I recognize how stress, anxiety and depression can be affected by an ac...
As a Registered Nurse and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I recognize how stress, anxiety and depression can be affected by an acute or chronic illness.
I’m an RN and LCSW with experience in community mental health, medical social work, and group therapy. I work with adults 18+ and seniors 65+ who are navigating life transitions, stress, anxiety, or simply need a supportive place to talk things through. I also provide therapy to those in the medical field, experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue. I am especially interested in clients facing eating disorders, grief and loss as well as looking at career change.
Clients describe me as approachable, caring, and practical. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing your story without fear of judgment. I use CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, SFBT, solution focused brief therapy as well as a strengths based approach in therapy. I believe healing starts with being heard. In our sessions, you’ll have space to tell your story, share what brought you to therapy, and explore new perspectives.
My style is collaborative and supportive — I’ll help you reframe unhelpful thoughts, practice practical coping skills like journaling and mindfulness, and problem-solve to create realistic solutions for your future. I became a therapist after working as an RN for many years. I realized that I was interested in exploring a client's back story regarding stress. I am a dog lover, and also enjoy going to the gym, and watching documentaries.
As a motherless daughter who has walked the path of early loss and trauma, I offer a warm, seasoned heart to help you turn your de...
As a motherless daughter who has walked the path of early loss and trauma, I offer a warm, seasoned heart to help you turn your deepest hurts into a lasting source of resilience and hope.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with experience helping individuals on their path to healing. My career began living in a tent and working as a lay therapist at an outdoor psychiatric hospital for adolescents. This experience, combined with growing up in a rural area during a time of family illness and the early loss of both my mother and father, deeply informs the perspective I bring to my work today. I typically work with individuals and families navigating trauma and addiction, women processing the grief of being Motherless Daughters, and those in the aging process seeking to integrate a lifetime of experience.
My style is supportive, relational, and grounded, born from years of witnessing the resilience of the human spirit. Whether you need structured CBT skills, Internal Family Systems (IFS) work, or deep grief processing, I provide a warm, intuitive space to co-create your wellness plan. I am passionate about helping you reclaim a sense of hope and possibility.
I approach my practice with curiosity and a genuine love for people (and dogs). Healing is a profound and rewarding labor, and it would be my privilege to support you through it. You deserve a space where you can finally be heard without judgment. If you are ready to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be, I welcome you to reach out.
Just as no two people are alike, the pathway to recovery is different for everyone. I am a big believer in meeting a patient where...
Just as no two people are alike, the pathway to recovery is different for everyone. I am a big believer in meeting a patient where they are at and helping them decide on and move towards the next steps to wellness, on their own terms.
Lance Pritchard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Lance is passionate about helping people identify and conquer the obstacles that stand in the way of them achieving the wellness and stability that they are striving for. He specializes in addictions, anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. After working in substance abuse treatment facilities for most of his career, Lance has accumulated a lot of experience working with folks struggling with addictions and the associated mood, relational, and other issues that frequently go along with that.
Lance completed his Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Southern Adventist University in beautiful Collegedale, TN. He has a great deal of experience using behavioral interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as integrating motivational interviewing and some solution-focused ideas into his therapeutic work. Lance brings a combination of real-world experience and technical knowledge to the table in a way that helps his clients feel heard, understood, and cared for. He emphasizes creating lasting change through identifying and changing negative beliefs that a client may have about themselves, the world around them, and their own ability to interact with that environment.
Lance will work with you to amend impaired thinking, change negative behaviors, and to develop a meaningful spiritual connection with a higher power of your own understanding. Maintaining a sense of wellness or making lasting positive change in your life is difficult even when things are going well around you. When you consider the amount of turmoil and chaos present in our society today, it is causing people who would normally be very functional and stable to struggle and falter under the pressure. This environmental stress also hurts those who may already be struggling with mental health or addiction issues, causing these conditions to worsen. This is nothing to be ashamed of, but also not something to be ignored. Lance doesn't have any magical answers, and doesn't promise that things will suddenly get easier; but he has the experience, empathy, and compassion to help you on the next leg of your journey to wellness. If you are looking for someone to empathetically walk with you through your current struggles, and to help you navigate upcoming hurdles as well, you are welcome to schedule an appointment with Lance today!
As a nurse practitioner who has spent years walking beside individuals through vulnerable moments, I offer a warm, supportive spac...
As a nurse practitioner who has spent years walking beside individuals through vulnerable moments, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 15+ years of nursing experience supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors. I work with teens and adults, and my approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in creating a safe, culturally sensitive space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to work toward your goals. I focus on helping clients build stability and confidence.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Walden University. My approach includes evidence-based medication management along with cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior skills, and a calm, patient-centered style to guide treatment.
Reaching out for support is a brave step, and you deserve care that feels safe, steady, and compassionate. I’m here to listen, guide, and walk with you as you move toward healing. When you’re ready, I would be honored to support you on your path forward.
I approach every patient with genuine curiosity and compassion, striving to understand their lived experience so we can work toget...
I approach every patient with genuine curiosity and compassion, striving to understand their lived experience so we can work together toward meaningful, lasting healing.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 8 years of experience providing mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. I support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, stress-related challenges, adjustment concerns, mild mood disturbances, and situational or relationship-based mental health issues.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois. My clinical work emphasizes thoughtful medication management and collaborative care, ensuring clients are informed, supported, and actively involved in decisions related to their treatment and overall mental health.
I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can openly discuss concerns, ask questions, and feel heard. If you are feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, I am here to help you move toward clarity, balance, and emotional well-being. I invite you to schedule an appointment at your convenience.
As someone who experienced various kinds of trauma and who has had to deal with numerous life transitions and reinventions, I know...
As someone who experienced various kinds of trauma and who has had to deal with numerous life transitions and reinventions, I know the deep pain of feeling stuck and lost.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, trauma, anger, life transitions, substance use concerns, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ issues. I work with adults from diverse backgrounds and bring a creative, inclusive lens to therapy that honors each client’s unique experiences and strengths.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from New Mexico State University. My approach is person-centered, solution-focused, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I incorporate CBT, DBT skills, psychodynamic techniques, and somatic work to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and nervous system responses.
My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, affirmed, and safe as you move through growth and healing. Together, we will build on your strengths, develop practical tools, and identify meaningful steps forward. I invite you to take the next step and schedule an appointment so we can begin this work together.
During our therapy session, you will encounter a warm-hearted, empathetic, inquisitive, and attentive therapist eager to understan...
During our therapy session, you will encounter a warm-hearted, empathetic, inquisitive, and attentive therapist eager to understand more about you.
Christine Fatherree, LCSW, brings over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, working in a variety of roles to support adult clients seeking growth, healing, and clarity. She is deeply committed to helping individuals explore their concerns and make meaningful changes in their lives.
Christine works with adults experiencing depression, grief, life transitions, and trauma (though not military-related trauma). She understands that beginning therapy often starts with important questions—and that exploring those questions can lead to real transformation. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to each client’s needs, drawing from a range of evidence-based practices including traditional Talk Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
(EMDR). This flexible approach allows Christine to offer personalized support that meets you where you are.
Christine is genuinely curious about your story and provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore both your inner world and life circumstances. While therapy can be challenging, it can also bring moments of insight, relief, and even humor.
If you’re ready to begin the process of change, Christine is here to support you. Schedule an appointment when you’re ready to take the next step.
As someone who has worked in behavioral health for 30+ years and parent to a young person with mental health concerns, I am knowle...
As someone who has worked in behavioral health for 30+ years and parent to a young person with mental health concerns, I am knowledgeable about a wide variety of concerns and familiar with the personal challenges of navigating the systems of care in our community as well as life itself.
As a therapist, I focus on building relationships grounded in trust, empathy, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe environment where clients can strengthen coping skills and heal from past trauma. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience working with children, youth, and young adults facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, autism, and other developmental disabilities. My experience includes roles as a behavioral specialist, therapist, and school social worker.
I use a person-centered approach while incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques. As a licensed trauma specialist, I understand our past experiences can impact our present—and I believe the brain continues to grow and adapt, making healing possible. Although the work can be challenging, we will build the tools and resilience needed for healing together.
I believe growth, self-compassion, and healing matter more than perfection. I look forward to working with you as you take meaningful steps toward healing and growth. Reaching out for support can be difficult, but you've already taken the first step. I invite you to schedule a time for us to connect and determine whether I am the right fit for your journey.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has walked alongside people facing trauma, instability, and complex mental health needs, I...
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has walked alongside people facing trauma, instability, and complex mental health needs, I approach care with deep empathy and a commitment to meeting you exactly where you are.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 8 years of experience supporting individuals across a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. I work with clients experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and significant life transitions. Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to help them gain clarity, stability, and a path forward.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from Walden University. My approach integrates evidence-based medication management with a collaborative, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and holistic perspective. I tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs and goals while prioritizing safety, understanding, and empowerment throughout care.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate these challenges alone. I am here to walk alongside you with compassion, patience, and respect. Together, we will work toward relief from symptoms, improved coping skills, and meaningful, lasting change when you are ready to begin.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for working with anxiety is to use regulation tools, increase emotional intelligence regarding how anxiety works, and help heal any wounds from trauma that cause anxiety. I prefer this style as I find it provides long-term understanding and effective skills to deal with, manage, and eventually minimize or eliminate anxiety.
I teach several skills in anxiety therapy, including meditation/mindfulness, sensory awareness and processing, perception shifting, time regulation and context, emotional education, as well as some breathing practices. I also use neuron formation skills in order to create new behavioral patterns.
I know a client is making progress with their anxiety when they are more able to tolerate emotions, they have a better understanding of where the anxiety is coming from, their anxiety doesn't feel uncontrollable, and they are starting to naturally find solutions to their anxiety struggles outside of therapy time.
The biggest things clients can do outside of therapy are practice the homework and focus on building skills and slowing things down to process them.
To prepare for a first session, open yourself up to the idea that things may be uncomfortable, but you are here to get support, which is nothing to be embarrassed about or ashamed of. Many people struggle with this, and it's okay to need help!
Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Albuquerque, NM can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Albuquerque therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Everybody experiences anxious thoughts sometimes. We might feel anxious about a job interview; we might worry about making it to work on time; we might have anxious thoughts and feelings about a serious talk that we plan on having with our partner. However, sometimes the anxious thoughts and feelings are more severe than this normal and occasional anxiety.
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions out there. In fact, millions of American adults struggle with anxiety every year. If you’re experiencing anxiety that’s interfering with your life and affecting how you live, it would be best to work with a mental health professional.
If you are experiencing strong mental or physical symptoms of anxiety, consider talking to an anxiety therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Albuquerque, NM. We’re here to help.
Sometimes we might feel worried or unsettled. This is normal. However, it is not normal or healthy to worry uncontrollably on a regular basis. If you find that you are worrying excessively, you might have an anxiety disorder more often than not.
Here are some additional symptoms of anxiety disorders to look out for:
The mental health professionals at our Thriveworks office in Albuquerque are trained and qualified in diagnosing and treating anxiety disorders. So whether you’ve been feeling anxious for too long or certain triggers are sending you into a panic, we can help.
Sara was a victim of a hit and run car crash. She was pushed off the road one evening by an aggressive driver which resulted in a horrible accident. While it’s been over 2 years since her accident, she can’t help but still feel anxious whenever she drives at night or on that particular road. In Sara’s case, there’s a good chance she’s suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
PTSD is just one of the few types of anxieties that you could be experiencing. Along with having many different symptoms, anxiety can come in many different forms. Different types of anxiety include:
The counselors, psychologists, and therapists at Thriveworks Counseling in Albuquerque are skilled, caring providers who truly care about your health, wellbeing, and success in life. If you are struggling with anxious thoughts or feelings, they want to hear about them.
If you are ready to schedule an appointment, all you have to do is give our office a call. You can explore our benefits of online counseling, flexible scheduling, and more. Book a therapy session with Thriveworks Alburquerque today. We hope to hear from you, and we can’t wait to start this important journey.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Albuquerque is located near the intersection of San Mateo Blvd Northeast and Academy Rd NE, off I-25. It is close to the Bear Canyon Arroyo and just around the corner from Arroyo Del Oso Park. The office is in a two-story, white-stucco professional building; enter through the front entrance of Suite C.
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