Therapist profile
Adrianne Aguilera, LCSW
LCSW - Stress and relationship support
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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- EMDR and MI
About Adrianne
Adrianne Aguilera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Mexico with 13 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, and substance-related challenges. Adrianne also addresses intimacy issues, anger, and self-esteem difficulties.
She uses straightforward, person-centered work. Sessions focus on what the client brings and on practical steps that can reduce daily stress. Adrianne treats the person as the expert on their life and looks for strengths to build on.
Her background includes techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral approaches and motivational interviewing to help change unhelpful thinking and support goal-setting. She also uses EMDR in cases where past traumatic events are affecting present functioning. These methods are applied in a way that aims to match a client's comfort and needs.
Adrianne often helps people talk through communication problems, separation and divorce questions, body image and eating concerns, and issues around sexuality or non-monogamous relationships. She can also address financial stress, loneliness, and challenges related to veteran and armed forces experiences.
Sessions are conducted in English from New Mexico. Cost varies by location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session through the online therapy options button.
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Approaches used in online sessions
Adrianne commonly draws on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy. Client-centered work means the therapist follows the client's lead, focuses on their priorities, and builds on their strengths. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress.She also integrates EMDR when past events are interfering with daily life. EMDR involves focused processing of distressing memories to reduce their hold on current emotions and behavior. These tools are used as fits the issue at hand, for example trauma, persistent anxiety, or stuck patterns in relationships.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will help identify what methods suit a client's goals, comfort level, and specific concerns. Plans are adjusted over time based on what is or is not working.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm options before booking. Online sessions can make scheduling easier and let therapy fit into busy home and work days. They also allow brief check-ins or longer work sessions depending on what a person needs. Ask about current session types when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements match daily life.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem, anger, and related matters such as body image and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is person-centered and practical. She emphasizes client strengths and uses techniques from CBT, motivational interviewing, and EMDR when appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including trauma and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico and works from that state.
Does she see people in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are offered for sessions?
The original biography does not list session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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