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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Albuquerque, NM

Addiction recovery in Albuquerque starts with finding the right support. Headway connects you with 240 licensed providers trained in evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and 12-step facilitation to address substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, and behavioral addictions. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations to help you take the first step toward sobriety.

Melanie Castellari

Melanie Castellari

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“By fostering a nurturing, judgment-free environment, I ensure that no topic is off-limits, allowing for authentic expression and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristian Salazar

Kristian Salazar

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I work with adults who grew up with emotionally immature or emotionally unavailable parents. Many come in feeling lonely, empty, or misunderstood, often stuck in people‐pleasing, low self‐esteem, anxiety, or depression, and unsure of who they are or how to form lasting emotional connections. I also support clients facing work stress, major life transitions, and grief. Together, we slow things down, build insight, strengthen identity and boundaries, and develop skills for emotional regulation and healthier relationships so clients feel more grounded, confident, and connected.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mariam Opafunso

Mariam Opafunso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Hi, I’m Mariam Opafunso, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Ohio University and have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mood-related concerns, as well as eating-related conditions in adolescents and adults.

Outside of my professional role, I value balance and growth, and I show up fully for the people I serve. I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, and I create a space where you feel comfortable, respected, and truly heard.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alonzo Ferral

Alonzo Ferral

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I specialize in Christian counseling, fatherhood/male issues, adolescent, trauma-informed parenting, and family counseling. I am a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner and excel with coaching parents through challenging behaviors. As a committed member of the Christian community, Alonzo can also provide Christian/Biblical counseling to those who request it.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kelly Richardson

Dr. Kelly Richardson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I approach each individual holistically, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention and health education.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Briahna Maxwell

Briahna Maxwell

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Therapy is meant to be a space where you do the hard work of healing while also learning to care for yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brian Noonan

Brian Noonan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I focus on making behavioral changes that will close the gap between where you are in life and where you want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lance Adams

Lance Adams

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I integrate tools like metaphor, reframing, and personalized homework to guide you through healing, blending empathy with a collaborative approach to create real change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Barrios

Anna Barrios

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I live in the beautiful Southwest and I embrace my Hispanic Heritage. I am a bilingual therapist- Spanish. I specialize in helping adults overcome childhood trauma due to family inter-generational abuse. The focus of treatment is to overcome the anxiety, depression, guilt, and a host of other issues that result from unresolved pain. I will provide a strength based approach to healing and growth..

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Beldin-Korter

Dr. Linda Beldin-Korter

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I work to get to know my client's, to understand where they are coming from, and to provide feedback with a goal to promote healing and positive change. I draw on my 37 years of work in this counseling, and multiple levels of education.

Substance use / addiction, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harrison-Sanchez

Jennifer Harrison-Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


With a degree in Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University, Jennifer Harrison-Sanchez is a passionate professional dedicated to serving her community. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed spiritual counselor, and shamanic practitioner, Jennifer brings a unique and holistic perspective to her practice. She is deeply experienced in guiding individuals through life transitions, with a specific focus on those struggling with challenging dynamics such as addictions, co-dependency, enmeshment, PTSD, Complex PTSD, and narcissistic abuse.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cathleen Mauricette

Cathleen Mauricette

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I aim to provide access to care for the undeserved BIPOC communities because I understand first-hand the influence one's culture has on our view of the world and the experiences we have.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 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.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Trevor Gates-Crandall

Dr. Trevor Gates-Crandall

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I use an approach that is solution-focused and person-centered that helps clients remain goal-focused, construct meaningful solutions, identify appropriate community resources, and engage in respectful and collaborative dialogue.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Helen Stone

Helen Stone

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy to address trauma and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Vanessa Meikle Traylor

Vanessa Meikle Traylor

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focused on helping you reconnect with your strengths and build effective coping strategies.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Gonyo

Michelle Gonyo

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I specialize in EMDR therapy and am passionate about helping people increase self-understanding and self-compassion to become the best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Wanda Parker

Wanda Parker

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe each session should leave you with insight, psychoeducation, a skill, and/or processing of a difficulty.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Poston

John Poston

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can talk openly and work toward positive change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda MacKinnon

Dr. Amanda MacKinnon

Psychologist

Virtual • New Mexico


I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years of clinical experience. I hold a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Health Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology.

I am licensed in multiple states and have worked with military members within the VA, Army, and Air Force. My clinical focus includes clinical health psychology, trauma-informed care, integrated primary care behavioral health, and psychological assessment across the lifespan.

I am trained in evidence-based treatments such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am deeply committed to whole-person wellness and helping people find their empowered selves.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy backcountry skiing, bow hunting, hot yoga, and connecting with spiritual aspects of the natural world.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Henry Smith

Henry Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laura Locke

Laura Locke

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I become a guide on your journey to help you learn to increase your self-awareness, improve your self-esteem, strengthen your relationships, and restore your inner peace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and co-occurring substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Devon Burnore

Devon Burnore

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is direct, honest, and skills-based, drawing from CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to help clients take action, build resilience, and create lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tracey James

Tracey James

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My therapeutic objective is to support clients by providing an informed and considerate environment that encourages development and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ryan Short

Ryan Short

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is that every patient leaves their appointment feeling like they have been heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla

Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Two decades of clinical excellence.

Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla's path to becoming a clinician began at age 13 with the sudden loss of her father — an experience that planted the seed of her life's purpose: to be the kind of support she needed during her own darkest moments.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society from UC Santa Barbara, her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California, and her Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from USC.

Over two decades, she has served as a Medical Social Worker, Case Manager, and Behavioral Health Therapist — bringing doctoral-level depth, board-certified credentials, and genuine compassion to every client she works with.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sylvia Marquez

Sylvia Marquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Farmington, NM


“I have a client centered and directed approach. I want to assist in the development of your own goals and insights.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Frederick Theobald

Frederick Theobald

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Travis Harper

Travis Harper

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diana Duron

Diana Duron

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michele Beuttel

Michele Beuttel

Therapist

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, End of life care, PTSD, Relationship issues
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erin Smith

Erin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Substance use / addiction, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Basirat Shomuyiwa

Basirat Shomuyiwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“We implied the use of evidenced based therapeutic techniques along with judicious use of medication to address each of these components.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Find the right addiction counselor for you

Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Albuquerque, NM

Finding addiction therapists in Albuquerque starts with knowing what kind of support matches your needs. Addiction care can include support for substance use, alcohol use, compulsive behaviors, relapse concerns, and co-occurring mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. As you compare therapists, look for experience with approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with a prescriber when medication management is part of your care team.

Albuquerque has a range of therapy options, and the right fit depends on more than specialty alone. You may prefer an in-person therapist near your home, work, or school, while virtual appointments can expand access when location, transportation, or scheduling limits your options. It can also help to compare availability, session structure, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Read therapist bios closely for how they describe addiction care, including whether they use nonjudgmental language, harm reduction frameworks, or experience supporting people through changes over time.

Therapy in Albuquerque can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated cost before you book. Headway helps you search for Albuquerque therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, check insurance fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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