Mental Health Therapy in New Mexico

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Mandy Lopez Azimy

Albuquerque, New Mexico - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
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Sometimes clarity arrives one message at a time. Hi, I’m Mandy Lopez Azimy, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Mexico and Arizona. I work primarily through asynchronous messaging rather than live video or phone sessions. This creates a calm, steady space where you can write when things are actually coming up for you, not just during a scheduled appointment. I respond during consistent check-in times throughout the week. Some people prefer choosing one steady day as a more focused back-and-forth day, while others write as things come up. Together, we’ll find a rhythm that works and keep it steady. Because therapy through messaging is a collaborative process, I encourage active participation. Depending on your goals, I may incorporate reflection questions, journaling prompts, worksheets, or goal-setting exercises to help deepen insight and support progress between messages. While my practice is centered around messaging, there may be times when a live text chat is helpful for working through a specific issue in real time. When appropriate, we can discuss whether a live chat session would be beneficial. Many people who feel anxious about live sessions or have busy, unpredictable schedules find messaging to be a more comfortable and sustainable way to engage in therapy. I work with anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, relationship concerns, communication difficulties, and family challenges. My approach is warm, structured, and focused on helping things feel clearer, more manageable, and more aligned with the life you want to create. This is a space to begin gently, explore honestly, and move forward at a pace that feels right for you. I look forward to working with you here.

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Prof. Craig Hutton

Farmington, New Mexico - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
Online

Hello, my name is Craig. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of New Mexico with over five years of experience working as social worker in the medical field and in my private practice. My community is tri-ethnic and I have worked with many people from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including, but not limited to, persons from Indigenous and Hispanic heritages. My work in the medical field has also brought me experience working with others who have a wide range of concerns including chronic illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and financial concerns. My counseling style is open, warm, and inviting. My goal is to work in tandem with clients and provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, understanding, and patience. I believe that everyone possesses the answers that they seek within in, but sometimes they need some gentle assistance to lead them to those answers that they seek. I am a practitioner and strong believer in using solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy to address your specific and unique needs. I also believe that therapy is not cookie cutter or one size fits all, and I will ensure that you receive a treatment plan and dialogue which is directly catered for you. It takes courage to seek treatment and I commend you for taking action and self-care, so that you may live a more fulfilling and happier life filled with growth and positive change. I am here for you, ready to be of service, support, and empowerment. I look forward to working with you!

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Patricia Montanari

Aztec, New Mexico - Counselor
Online

Mrs. Trish Montanari, LMHC, CTP holds a Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance from New Mexico Highlands University. Her BA is in Criminal Justice. She has studied mental health therapy from a range of perspectives, combining a pragmatic, problem-solving approach with the understanding that some problems are not easily resolved. She has experience as a therapist and an assessor working with children, families, and individuals in the private sector as well as home therapy, groups, and community mental health agencies. While she was completing her undergraduate studies, she counseled youths with behavioral challenges in both delinquent and residential settings. She worked with preadolescent children of sexual abuse and behavioral concerns as well as the family entity. Ms. Montanari has extensive experience in treating personality disorders, paraphilic and other co-occurring disorders such as substance abuse and disruptive, impulse-control and conduct disorder. She has worked in diverse population’s enhancing her sensitivity and understanding to help individuals struggling with parents, children, and partners of another culture. Some of the treatment approaches CBT, Reflective Listening, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Play Therapy and Stages of Change. Specific Issues: · Parenting challenges · Personality disorders · Addictive Behaviors · Mood disorders Licensure and/or Certifications: Mental Health Therapy · Anger Management · Crisis Intervention · Motivational Interviewing Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband, family, friends, and dogs along with activities to ease the mind and body such as traveling, swimming, music, and reading. Her mission is to “provide a safe, relaxed and supportive atmosphere for increasing resolutions to life’s challenges.” Therapy Provided: Individual, Group, Families, Couples Ages Seen: Young children (0-4), Children, Adolescents, Young adults, Adults, Seniors Specializes In: ADHD, Adjustment, Anxiety, Mood disorder, Parenting, Personality disorders, Psychotic disorders, Relational conflicts, Substance Abuse, Trauma disorders. PTSD Crisis, DBT, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Serial Sexual Offenders Credentials: MA - Highlands University

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Edward Davidson

New Mexico, New Mexico - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
Online

Hello, My Name is Edward I am a fully licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 10 Years of experience working with individuals that are or have been suffering from Mental Health or Substance issues. Issues ranging from I also have experience in Grief and Loss. I am called to serve, empower, and help people heal to become their best selves. I have followed my passion to assist people in thriving using Evidence-based modalities and techniques proven to be effective. I have worked various human service capabilities such as Acute Behavioral Case Manager Therapist, Medical/Hospital Social Worker, Family Consultant, Hospice and Bereavement Grief Specialist Social Worker. Responsibilities included conducting psychosocial assessments, coordinating care, providing counseling and psychotherapy, intervening in client crisis situations, and educating patients and families about their treatment plan and the resources and support systems that are available to them. Implementing interventions and counseling practices using patient-centered, strengths-based strategies with empathetic care and compassion. SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Self-esteem Depression Coping with life changes Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy Also experienced in: Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency SERVICES OFFERED MESSAGING LIVE CHAT PHONE VIDEO LICENSING LCSW # C 12082 (Expires: 2023-07-01) Years of Experience: 10 Years of Experience: 10

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Mental Health in New Mexico

New Mexico’s stunning desert aesthetic and affordable cost of living attract people from around the country, but when it comes to mental health, the state has work to do. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, around 300,000 people in New Mexico are living with a mental illness – that’s three times the population of Santa Fe. What’s most concerning, though, is that 24% of adults and 59% of teenagers don’t get the treatment they need.

The sad reality of this is that suicide rates are high in New Mexico. Based on CDC cause of death data, the national average suicide rate in the US is 14.1 per 100,000 people. In New Mexico, the suicide rate is 25 per 100,000 people, making it one of the highest in the country.

The good news is that the state has numerous initiatives to help mental health and that suicide rates are dropping. The state as a whole saw a 9% drop between 2022 and 2023, but even more notably, the suicide rate among Native Americans in the state dropped by 43% in the same year, according to the New Mexico Department of Health’s Center for Health Protection.

300,000

New Mexico Residents living with a mental health condition

25 per 100,000

New Mexico's suicide rate is much higher than the national average

59%

Percentage of teens in New Mexico with mental health conditions, but didn't receive the treatment they need

Free Mental Health Resources in New Mexico

​NAMI New Mexico provides free mental health resources, support, and education, publishing links to civilian and veteran crisis and access lines, and suicide helplines. Resources include education about addiction for family members, classes for parents and caregivers experiencing mental health symptoms, and Peer-to-Peer classes for adults with mental health disorders.
​The New Mexico Crisis and Access Line’s Five Actions Program is a free, video based digital, mobile friendly program with six hours of video and tools. It addresses how people change, explores behaviors that support addiction, and provides tools to evaluate mental health and addiction issues while developing a personalized sobriety strategy.
The Healthcare Authority supports the 988 New Mexico Lifeline providing 24/7 help with emotional, mental, or substance use challenges. You can call, text, or live chat to receive private one-on-one support from a trained and skilled professional. Separate assistance is available for veterans, Spanish speaking clients, and LGBTQIA+ support.
AGORA Crisis Center is affiliated with the University of New Mexico providing training for crisis hotline specialists, volunteer opportunities, information and referrals, and offering community training workshops. Volunteer opportunities are available after completing a 40-hour nationally accredited training to become a certified crisis hotline specialist.
Mental Health Resources is a private nonprofit organization providing mental health and substance use services. No one is denied access because of an inability to pay. They offer services in four counties standing for integrity, accountability, and excellence. Outpatient services include medication assisted treatment, teletherapy, and wraparound care for children and their families.
The Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center has been serving the community since 2007, providing a safe environment for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault to overcome trauma. On-site partners provide free and culturally sensitive comprehensive medical treatment, forensic services and counseling in Spanish and English.
Provide Services for
PTSD Anxiety
The Veterans Integration Center Mental Health Counseling office provides quality services to meet veteran's needs in the community. They offer services for mental health, addiction, and co-occurring conditions to build healthy coping strategies. They focus on evidence-based treatments to manage stress, depression, and other serious mental health conditions.
Provide Services for
Veterans PTSD Substance Abuse
The Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico supports the transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming communities in New Mexico with a drop-in center providing healthcare, case management, and basic needs. They also offer support groups and a searchable provider directory listing providers with experience serving the community.
Provide Services for
LGBTQ
All Faiths Children's Advocacy Center provides programs for children and their families, including a professional forensic interview team that's partnered with law enforcement agencies and, a family wellness program to help families heal from trauma, including addiction, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.
Provide Services for
Teens & Students PTSD Trauma
Enlace Comunitario addresses the needs of New Mexico's Latine and immigrant communities using culturally sensitive intervention services, outreach and education to treat those who experiencing violence at home. You can call, email, or visit the offices in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The social justice organization opened in 2000 to meet the needs of domestic violence survivors.
Provide Services for
BIPOC Women Domestic Violence PTSD
Centro Savila provides bilingual case management and mental health therapy for Bernalillo County, ensuring access to culturally sensitive services in English and Spanish regardless of your ability to pay. Counselors help you enroll in public assistance if you qualify. Treatment is based on key principles of public health prevention to decrease health disparities.
Provide Services for
BIPOC Depression Anxiety
Santa Fe Recovery Center provides care to those struggling with addiction and related mental health conditions. They are committed to eliminating health disparities using a continuum of care to reduce relapse and support sustainable recovery. They provide culturally proficient and linguistically appropriate services including medical detox, and residential and outpatient treatment.
Provide Services for
Substance Abuse
New Mexico Solutions provides person centered care in Central New Mexico, including treatment for addiction, Assertive Community Treatment for adults with chronic mental illness, and Comprehensive Community Support Services to help individuals live independently. The Crisis Triage Center for adults provides behavioral health support to avoid hospitalization and incarceration.
Provide Services for
Depression Anxiety PTSD
ABQ Center in Albuquerque is the first peer run, drop in center supporting people with mental health or substance use challenges. They provide daily groups, peer support, and in person or online options. Pathways Navigators offers case management, behavioral health, medical care, employment, and housing assistance to name a few.
Provide Services for
Substance Abuse Mental Health
The University of New Mexico Adult Psychiatric Center is the largest community mental health provider in New Mexico. The facility has 48 beds for adults and seniors and provides outpatient services. They are the only 24/7 psychiatric emergency room in New Mexico where referrals are not required.
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