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Grief counselors and therapists in New Mexico

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in New Mexico

Navigating grief and loss is deeply personal. Headway connects you with 345 licensed providers across New Mexico who specialize in bereavement support, complicated grief treatment, and coping strategies. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate therapists ready to help you find meaning and healing.

Kristine Bartyzel

Kristine Bartyzel

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Fe, NM


“My specialty lies in helping others recognize and break free from limiting beliefs, unproductive behaviors and emotional patterns that lead to negative experiences and moods.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tokunbo Akinleye

Tokunbo Akinleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I provide an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm environment. I want each and every patient to know their concerns are being addressed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nathan Aish

Nathan Aish

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My core values are servitude and continuous improvement, and my approach to care integrates person-centered, trauma-informed, strength-based, harm-reduction, gender-responsive, and cultural humility practices.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karel Winner

Karel Winner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


“I've spent nearly two decades in medicine and healthcare, and I pull all of it into the way I care for you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Adekemi Akinlawon

Dr. Adekemi Akinlawon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in creating a safe, collaborative environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported on their path to healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Emem Nkanga

Dr. Emem Nkanga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


I’m Dr. Emem Nkanga, Doctor of Nursing Practice. I believe that everyone deserves a personalized and compassionate approach to mental health care. I bring over 20 years of experience in healthcare, with a focused dedication to psychiatry over the past 4 years. My passion lies in supporting mental health and emotional well-being.

I work with children ages 10 and above, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds who are experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, and more.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Veronica Navarrete

Veronica Navarrete

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe we have what it takes for positive change within us, and I am here to remind you of your own capabilities and strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Maria Porinchak

Maria Porinchak

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I strive to create a space where you can feel comfortable, understood, and supported as we explore what's been holding you back.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chavonda Briggs

Chavonda Briggs

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I take a thoughtful, whole-person approach to care, looking at what is going on in your life, not just your symptoms.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sarah Escobar

Sarah Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in building rapport and trust until my client feels comfortable to use various approaches to treat diverse mental health symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Reyna

Victoria Reyna

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“We specialize in adult ADHD and AuDHD, the co-occurrence of ADHD and autism, from both clinical training and lived experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stefanie Rider

Stefanie Rider

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to empower individuals in achieving our fullest potential by providing an environment where they can feel heard and understood...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Morales

Lisa Morales

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“At the heart of my practice is the belief that authenticity and acceptance are powerful catalysts for growth and transformation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Melissa Flores

Melissa Flores

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Clients can expect to leave empowered with the tools they'll benefit from, the autonomy of implementing those tools as needed, and the mindfulness to know when coping techniques are needed.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mary Jo Carafelli

Mary Jo Carafelli

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is not just to help you through a difficult moment. It is to walk alongside you for as long as you need.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cindy Delgadillo

Cindy Delgadillo

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, process trauma and build resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Natalie Tavitas

Natalie Tavitas

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, parenting a teenager, exploring adoption, or simply facing everyday challenges, you don’t have to do it alone. With 15 years of social work experience, I’m here to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you move toward the life you want to build.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vanessa Estebane

Vanessa Estebane

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am the therapist who is going to push you outside of your comfort zone and allow you to learn the most out of each session.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Cross Bayless

Elizabeth Cross Bayless

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I adapt my therapeutic approaches to meet your unique needs. I specialize in using cognitive behavioral, person-centered, motivational interviewing, mindfulness based, and solution focused therapies.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aaron Cluff

Aaron Cluff

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in the basic goodness of people. I do not believe that people are broken nor that I am here to fix them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Esam Pietras

Esam Pietras

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Your treatment plan will be tailored to fit your individual needs while working in a non-judgmental empathetic setting.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cyd Davis-Hubler

Cyd Davis-Hubler

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in giving the client tools to navigate what is going on in your life. Tools such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness and psycho-education interventions...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Layla Earnest

Layla Earnest

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe people already possess strengths that can help them move forward, even when those strengths feel difficult to access.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liza Alvarado

Liza Alvarado

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you are free to express yourself openly and honestly, knowing that your privacy and dignity are always respected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rena Hoskins

Rena Hoskins

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“You can expect empathy, patience, non-judgement, and authenticity, but I'm not afraid to challenge those stuck points.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valerie Sepulveda

Valerie Sepulveda

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I work primarily with adults who are going through something hard: anxiety that's become a constant background noise, depression that makes even small things feel like a lot...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Adriana Mendoza

Adriana Mendoza

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Cruces, NM


“My approach is rooted in compassion and personalized attention, aiming to create a space where you feel safe and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Rivera-Marmara

Olivia Rivera-Marmara

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am empathic, compassionate, and genuinely invested clinician who wants to empower you to regain a sense of well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Houseman

Rachel Houseman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Fe, NM


“I best describe my approach in counseling as "Solutions Focused" & "Best Practice," in that I will use educational methods that are most effective for results in treatment...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heidi Gall

Heidi Gall

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


As a person-centered therapist, I energize your strengths so you can identify the solutions. I specialize in children and teens who have experienced trauma and the families that support them. I'm here to walk with you, remind you of your greatness, and witness your growth. Your experience is uniquely yours!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jess Silverman

Jess Silverman

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is multi-disciplinary, combining psychodynamic techniques, attachment-based, & trauma-informed therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Wakeley

Robert Wakeley

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I strongly support Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on how our thoughts and beliefs create emotional reactions that lead to our behavioral choices.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Corby Jackson

Corby Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is centered around empowering you to discover and affirm your true self, guided by the purpose you seek in life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shari Schaffer

Shari Schaffer

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Clients can expect to experience psychoeducation, development of insight, as well several tools that are customized to individual needs, as well as having some fun.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lacey Thompson

Lacey Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Recognizing that there is no universal manual for life, Lacey believes that through supportive collaboration, individuals can develop a personalized blueprint that honors autonomy while strengthening self-awareness and a sense of self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Lyn Hargrove

Lisa Lyn Hargrove

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in a trusting partnership that will encourage the client to both healing and empowerment as well as to maximize their life goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vincent Espinoza

Vincent Espinoza

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Vincent is a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for delivering sexual health and trauma-informed therapy through a systems-oriented lens. Vincent strongly believes in incorporating all aspects of an individual’s identity in the journey toward healing and self-love.

Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Schulte

Allison Schulte

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Allison L Schulte, LSCSW, is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker who offers therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children experiencing depression, anxiety, cognitive impairments such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, personality disorders, grief and loss, significant stress, relationship difficulties, and other social or emotional concerns. She holds both undergraduate and master’s degrees in social work from Wichita State University.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shelby Garcia

Shelby Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I believe that healthy change starts from within and my role is to be a guide during this process. Often times we feel we are stuck in a rut with no way out, but together we'll work on building self-empowerment, better self-care, and self-awareness. No matter what you're going through there's always room to learn and grow from the past to make a better future. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD, and building self-confidence. I'm also trained in Brainspotting.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trinette Radasa

Trinette Radasa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Hi! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (ACNS) based in California. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice and FNP Certificate from University of Texas at El Paso, Masters in Nursing with ACNS focus and PMHNP Certificates from New Mexico State University. I treat adolescents and adults using various psychotherapy and medication modalities.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists in New Mexico who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving New Mexico
There are over 337 therapists in New Mexico accepting new patients.
337+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • 43%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 2%Yoruba
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 99%Online only
  • 1%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 23%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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