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Top therapists in New Mexico accepting new patients

Discover personalized therapy across New Mexico with 478 licensed providers supporting talk therapy and medication management. Headway partners with your insurance to maximize affordability, with options for free consultations and sessions available soon.

Micah Craig

Micah Craig

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Hi, I’m Micah, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a decade of overall healthcare experience across the lifespan—from pediatric care to hospice care. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders, and I believe care should feel like a real conversation—not a lecture. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and yes... we can laugh a little along the way too. Whether you’re starting fresh or picking yourself back up, I’m here to help you feel more like you again.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stephen Ausherman

Stephen Ausherman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Albuquerque, NM


“Art therapy is optional. I highly encourage it because art combined with therapy allows you to be more fully seen and heard...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charity Jackson

Charity Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I utilize a variety of evidenced based interventions geared to help you learn to manage and heal from the challenges life is throwing at you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patricia Plowman

Patricia Plowman

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My primary aim is to create a comfortable environment where clients feel supported every step of the way.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Bentley Oliver

Bentley Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I consider myself a very direct therapist, I will not ask "how does that make you feel" for years as then I would need therapy!”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Burgess

Andrea Burgess

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Sessions with me are focused on helping you to accurately assess your situation without blame, shame or judgement so that you can clearly see your choices and find the courage and willingness to truly live in line with what you value.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carrigen Cain

Carrigen Cain

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am passionate about destigmatizing mental health, practicing from an intersectional, social justice, & inclusive lens...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adrian Rodriguez

Adrian Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach grounded in evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and strengths-based therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adrianna Crouch

Adrianna Crouch

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My style is direct and collaborative while infusing humor to ease the heaviness that can arise in everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judy Johnson-Howey

Judy Johnson-Howey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am dedicated to fostering collaboration and empowerment, empowering my patients to take an active role in their mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Blankenship

Mary Blankenship

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“By managing mood and correcting unhelpful patterns, together we can set you on a brighter and greener pathway.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Owens

Dr. Sandra Owens

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I provide a non-judgmental, empathetic, collaborative space that promotes healing and personal and professional growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melanie Hunter

Melanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


My name is Melanie Hunter and I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) practitioner. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas State University. I began my career working with adolescents through a non-profit organization and then later, adults in employment settings. My work providing telehealth counseling with adults began in 2020.



Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sharon Harris

Sharon Harris

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“With experience supporting people across many stages of healing, my practice takes a holistic approach to therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lila Webb

Lila Webb

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide much of my work with clients. Through this, we get clear on what is important to you...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheena Garrard

Sheena Garrard

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal as a therapist is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move toward where you need to be in life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Koehn

Jill Koehn

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I understand and have experienced myself that life brings many surprises and unexpected transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiruwork Hiruy

Tiruwork Hiruy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe in a collaborative approach, working closely with my clients to develop treatment plans tailored to their specific needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Guerrero

Danielle Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I firmly believe in the power of resilience, and love helping people tap into their inner potential and power.”
Anxiety, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shaa-Ista Simmons-Wilcox

Shaa-Ista Simmons-Wilcox

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy and understanding, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelechi Okwaraji

Kelechi Okwaraji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“You are alone in this struggle. There are several millions of people going through similar thing if not the exact thing you passing through but make conscious effort to be better, focused and compliant with your plan of care.”
Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yolanda Padilla

Yolanda Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My therapeutic approach is both holistic and strengths-based, empowering you to recognize your inner resources and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and self-compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Conner

Michael Conner

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My overall goal is to help you become the healthiest individual – mentally and emotionally – that you can be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Kawliche

Alex Kawliche

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I bring diverse experiences from private practice and 10 years in substance abuse treatment, specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Ludlow

Wendy Ludlow

Therapist

Virtual • Los Cerrillos, NM


“Art therapy/sound healing/aroma therapy/nature therapy/Shamanic practices/journeys- Re-program your mind.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Gates

Robert Gates

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I have 40 yrs of experience in private practice, government and military related-issues... Post-masters includes marriage and family and substance abuse.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jay Walls

Dr. Jay Walls

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Fe, NM


“My style is warm, direct, and focused on giving clients tools that make day-to-day life feel more manageable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Ilana Simons

Dr. Ilana Simons

Psychologist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I see therapy as the chance to do what art does: to try a new format, to dare to trust it, to nurture something new until it lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Gerardo Wence-Muñoz

Dr. Gerardo Wence-Muñoz

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My process utilizes a holistic, humanistic, and multidisciplinary approach to support your goals and healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Tyler

Lauren Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Often, these challenges are more than just symptoms—they are signals that something deeper is asking to be seen and healed.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Olivia Fadul

Olivia Fadul

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am committed to an accessible, culturally responsive therapy space where you do not have to minimize important parts of yourself to be understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Valteau-Williams

Karen Valteau-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My main goal for my clients are to build resilience, restore confidence, and transform pain into growth...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Vetter

Jennifer Vetter

Therapist

Virtual • Rio Rancho, NM


Compassionate therapist experienced with all age groups and diverse backgrounds. I am able to develop strong connections quickly. I have experience working with addictions and substance abuse. Active involvement in the community as a facilitator and advocate provides me with an awareness and knowledge for all challenges in life that impact mental health.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeannette Rodriguez

Dr. Jeannette Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am a cross-cultural, neurodivergent, creative arts therapist who has been in practice for 20 years.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christopher Aguilar

Christopher Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe that problems should be addressed holistically, involving the whole person, so I incorporate several individualized aspects into the process as needed.”
Anxiety, Men's issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Janine Gonzalez

Janine Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


My name is Janine Gonzalez, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Colorado, Nevada and New Mexico: with over 17 years' of experience working with a diverse population. This includes working with individuals experiencing complex issues. I started my career within acute medical settings, ER, ICU and Trauma unit, before becoming Licensed. Therefore, I also bring 28 years of experience working with people medically complex which have impacted their mental health and vis versa.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Geraci

Dr. Melissa Geraci

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


As a provider with 40+ years of sobriety, I offer real solutions for substance abuse problems. What makes my practice unique is my personal and professional background in disabilities that goes decades in Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, hearing and vision impairments, severe mental illness (psychosis) and cerebral palsy. In addition, I have completed Certificates In Jungian Psychodynamic Psychotherapy with adolescents and Young Adults, TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy) and Compassionate Bereavement Care. My education includes a M.S. in Special Education at Johns Hopkins, post-graduate certificate in Behaviors in Autism from University of Massachusetts Lowell, a MSW from Western New Mexico University, and a Ph.D. in Political Science from University of Southern California. In addition, I serve all ages.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Roy Faget

Roy Faget

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Taos, NM


“I specialize in trauma and relational work with training leading up to licensure in professional counseling and marriage and family therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dameon Clay

Dameon Clay

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“He is known for his collaborative, strengths-based approach, empowering clients to identify solutions, build resilience, and create meaningful change in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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About our therapists serving New Mexico

Number of therapists serving New Mexico
There are over 482 therapists in New Mexico accepting new patients.
482+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 84%Stress management
  • 82%PTSD
  • 81%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 83%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • 44%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 98%Online only
  • 2%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 22%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in New Mexico

Searching for therapists in New Mexico starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want to address. Across urban and rural parts of the state, available therapists and counseling options can vary, so it helps to look for clear experience with concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As you compare New Mexico therapists, review the specialties and approaches listed in each profile, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or support for specific life stages.

Practical fit matters, too. Whether you live in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, or another part of New Mexico, consider whether in-person sessions or virtual appointments work better for your schedule and location. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you understand communication style, session structure, and what the therapist focuses on in care.

The cost of mental health care in New Mexico varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for New Mexico counseling and therapy options by insurance, availability, specialty, and appointment format. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book — making it easier to find a therapist who matches your needs, accepts your plan, and is ready to take new clients.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.