Internet Addiction Therapists in Las Cruces, NM

Maria is a Bilingual Mental Health Counselor. Virginia Satir said it best "As a therapist I try to be a companion and help people tune into their own wisdom". I strive to be that person for my client in their life that is capable of hearing and holding their pain. I have experience working with infants, children, adolescent, adults, couples and families. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients where together we can work collaboratively to reach their goals. Maria enjoys working with children, families, couples, trauma survivors, LGBTQ+ community, addiction and recovery.

Individuals dealing with personal struggles who have reached a point in time in there life where they have found that the outside world cannot make their lives better and are willing to look within on what needs to change.

We are a group of private practice clinicians who specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. We have a variety of clinicians with varied specialities and theoretical approaches, so we can find just the right fit for your needs. Some examples of our specialities include: depression, anxiety, substance use and abuse, sexuality, child and family play therapy, family therapy. We accept most major insurance plans and self-pay clients. Se habla Espanol. We are now accepting clients.

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.

Hi and welcome. I would like to offer you improved insight, awareness, support, and coping strategies to suit your needs. I provide a strengths-based client-focused approach for a variety of mental health and addiction issues. I have worked in the mental health and addiction field for 9 years. I believe each person has unique strengths, and I've seen firsthand how people can make positive change utilizing them. My approach is supportive and direct, and I like to challenge you to be your best self.

Helping clients achieve abstinence from substance abuse and the addictive behaviors by giving the client the support and tools to achieve goals and build their Recovery! Helping my clients create change in their lives is where I have seen clients thrive when they discover purpose! Assisting families who are having difficulties with conflict resolution and are willing to find new ways to function as a family unit.

By addressing troubling thoughts and feelings, self-sabotaging behaviors, and traumas, life can be made more manageable, productive, and fulfilling. Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change. Listening to and working with these feelings—some that consume us and others that gently nudge us—can move us forward. Through this, we sometimes discover that our everyday dilemmas are part of larger patterns waiting to be resolved as a whole.

Problem gambling is one of the most hidden addictions in the U.S. due to the shame and stigma associated with gambling problems. Many people still mistake problem gambling for a moral problem or simply see it as poor choice making, rather than understanding the complex brain hijacking that problem gambling is for some people who can’t quit. Several neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, opioids, to name a few, are acting simultaneously on the brain during problem gambling.

Asking for help is a sign of strength. By seeking therapy, you are moving towards growth and transformation. Feeling challenged in relationships and wanting a deeper connection with the people in your life is a common desire, yet at times can be so elusive. You are not alone. By acknowledging this and getting support, you will have taken the first courageous step in moving toward healing.As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with families, couples, and individuals to detangle ingrained patterns. My work is to guide you in connecting to your innate strength and wisdom. I support clients in unraveling old wounds.

Are you looking for a safe place to talk about sexuality and relationship concerns? My approach blends holistic practices like yoga and herbalism with a solid academic background, emphasizing balance and wellness. I use a strength-based integrative approach, helping clients tap into their unique coping skills and strengths, blending Western and Eastern methods for holistic treatment. Specializing in trauma, LGBTQIA issues, alternative sexual lifestyles, and midlife sexuality, my expertise extends to Integrative & Nutritional Approaches to Mental Health. Currently pursuing National Certification in Sex Therapy through AASECT.

Welcome, you have come to the right place. My mission at Children & Family Counseling Center is to provide a therapeutic relationship that is built of trust and safety. My mission is to assist adolescents, individuals, families, and couples in recognizing the strengths they already have and find creative ways to utilize these gifts in overcoming current issues.

Are you tired of fighting with your mate? Are you walking on eggshells? Are you unhappy in the bedroom? Do you need a safe place to share your emotional self? I work with individuals and couples adjusting to life's challenges and transitions. Together we can work through those challenges and create strategies that strengthen you and your family.

In session, we will look at what you are hoping to get from the counseling experience and collaboratively discover what will work for your situation toward getting unstuck from emotional, behavioral and relationship issues. I commonly see people with concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, financial difficulties, anger management, addictions, and grief. I also specialize in couples counseling issues such as communication, trust, and infidelity, and guide you through turbulent times. I have been in practice for over 25 years.

Within our current cultural paradigm, many individuals face heightened levels of stress, problematic substance use, and strained relationships. Social discourse regarding drug use, gender identity, and disability can cause negative self perception and aggravate rather than alleviate these distresses. As a counselor with lived experience, I promote a critically informed, empathetic and creatively embodied therapeutic practice that can help individuals better navigate such distressing experiences while developing the insights and skills to thrive despite our collective experience within oppressive systems.