The City of Aztec is also the county seat of San Juan County in New Mexico and is well-known for the Aztec Ruins National Monument, which is on the north side of the city. The monument is run by the National Park Service and has many interesting features such as the bike trail, scenic areas, and the De- Na-Zin Wilderness, which is full of ancient landforms, dinosaur bones, and hoodoos.

The Aztec area also has some excellent mental health care experts who can help you if you are suffering from any type of emotional or mental issues. Whether you need therapy or just need to talk, you can find the help you need in and around Aztec.

Psychologist Margarita Araiza-Johnston providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Margarita Araiza-Johnston

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

I graduated with a BA in Sociology/Anthropology and a Minor in French from the University of Redlands. After working with children and families in Illinois and California, I went back to school and earned my Masters in Social Work from Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. I worked as a social worker in Hospice and as a suicide and crisis counselor in Louisiana. I completed a program in the Theory and Practice of Mediation and Theory and Practice of Family Law Mediation. My areas of expertise include assessment, child abuse and neglect, bilingual therapy, family systems, domestic violence, crisis counseling, and suicide prevention. I offer compassionate and insightful therapy for people experiencing a broad range of issues, including LGBTQ+ issues.

Psychologist Melanie McKinney providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Melanie McKinney

Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionADHD
20 years offering treatment

Hello and welcome, so happy you reached out to make changes for the better in your life. My name is Melanie Mckinney and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New Mexico. I was born and raised in New Mexico and received both my undergraduate degree in Psychology and graduate degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. I have been practicing as a therapist for the last 20 years. I take great pride in being able to form strong therapeutic relationships with my clients and make them safe and comfortable in sharing and making the most out of therapy. I have been privileged to work with clients in a private practice setting, community agencies and hospital settings. . My specialties include working with individuals that may be experiencing problems in their relationships, individuals contemplating a divorce or ending a relationship and women’s issues, such as miscarriage and parenting concerns. Using a client centered approach, meaning therapy is about you and your needs and wants. I will listen to you and bring understanding and compassion to the therapy process, allowing healing to begin. Together will find out the most goals you have for positive changes in your life. Using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help you change the way you see and think about issues in your life. we will identify thought patterns that may be holding you back as well as providing strategies to live your life with joy and purpose and stay focused on the present moment. Specialties Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression Coping with life changes Also experienced in: LGBT , Trauma and abuse , Grief ,

Psychologist Madelyn LaRosa-Corliss providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Madelyn LaRosa-Corliss

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Trauma and abuse
20 years offering treatment

Hello, I have been a licensed social worker for 15 plus years. I worked with Children, Youth, and Families providing family services and other necessary interventions. I specialize in Infant Mental Health, parenting, and family child relationships to name a few. I counseled individuals and families who have and continue to experience trauma. I will provide assessments and or treatment goals based on your needs. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating all people with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not stigmatize or label clients. My approach combines solution-focused, reality therapy, psychodynamic, and client focused counseling.

Psychologist Louis Wilson providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Louis Wilson

Clinician
License Type(s): LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
40 years offering treatment

I have over 35 years of experience; in a variety of treatment settings. I have worked with individuals, couples and families. I have specialized in trauma work, addictions and recovery, and other emotional and behavioral issues. I offer respect and care, insights and skills support to help each of my clients find the peace and purpose they are looking for for betterment of their lives.

Psychologist Carrie Cooper providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Carrie Cooper

Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LPCC,CMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
23 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and I have been counseling individuals for 20+ years. My education and training include a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and a Masters of Science degree in Counseling from the University of the Southwest. My experience with diverse participants has allowed me to acquire the therapeutic and coaching skills needed to work effectively with adults from all walks of life to address a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, grief and loss, trauma, as well as important life transitions. I treat individuals with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I utilize evidenced based trauma informed approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy in a positive and optimistic atmosphere. I provide the support needed to share, become aware and address life challenges in a way that result in a client driven individualized treatment plan designed to meet your unique and specific needs. I recognize the strength it takes to strive towards securing a more balanced and fulfilling life. Especially, the courage you exhibited by taking the first steps towards seeking help. That is why, I am here to support you on your journey. Carrie Cooper, MS, LPCC

Psychologist Ashly Huffstatler providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Ashly Huffstatler

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment

Welcome!! I am so glad that you are here and working on your self-care! It takes a lot of courage and strength to seek help when it is needed. I want to start off by saying thank you for sharing your trust with me. It can be so hard to give trust to another so I want you to know that a greatly value the trust that you have give to me. Let me introduce myself, my name is Ashly and I am clinical social worker in Texas. I have been in this field a little over 10 years, starting in 2009. I started out at the most entry level position in the field and through time, schooling, and experience I have become able to offer counseling services to all those who are searching for support and a little bit of extra help. I share this with you to offer a little bit about myself to you as well as so you can you know about my background in this field. I believe it is important for you to feel comfortable with me in order for you to get the best experience from our meeting together. I achieved my Bachelor’s in Psychology through University of Mary-Hardin Baylor in 2010 and my Master’s degree through University of Texas at Arlington in 2015. I have experience with ages from 4 to 94, through all stages and walks of life. I have experience in assisting with depression, anxiety, trauma/abuse, life changes, chronic health issues, and end of life. I have worked in non-profit agencies with youths and their families, interned with veterans, and currently working with adults and seniors in dialysis. I have also had experience inworking in animal assisted therapy with horses. I work with a variety of theories and techniques that will be tailored to you and your experiences. There is not a one size fits all for counseling and you are the expert of you. I want you to feel comfortable talking with me and please let me know what styles work best for you so that you can get the best out of this experience. I am here to support you and your journey. Please know that nothing you say will shock me and I will never judge you. This is a safe space and you can voice your mind and feelings freely. I would like to partner with you on your journey and collaborate with you so that you can meet your goals. Thank you so much for giving me your trust and your times. I know how very valuable these two things are and I will treat them that way. I look forward to working with you. May safety, health, and happiness find you always.

Psychologist Travis Scott providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Travis Scott

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Mexico with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbt-related issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Nicholas Polk providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Nicholas Polk

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Mexico with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Jamil Vazquez providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Jamil Vazquez

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Mexico with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Leslie Moya providing different types of therapy in Aztec

Leslie Moya

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigue
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Mexico and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Types of therapists available to clients in Aztec

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Aztec that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Aztec available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Aztec therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Aztec therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Aztec region and in the state of New Mexico.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Aztec can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Aztec may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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