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Permian Basin Counseling & Guidance (PBCG) is a nonprofit counseling center offering hope & healing to the rural Permian Basin communities of Texas and Southeastern New Mexico. Permian Basin Counseling & Guidance (PBCG) offers hope & healing to the rural Permian Basin communities of Southeastern New Mexico and West Texas, including face-to-face services in Carlsbad, Hobbs, Jal and Artesia, and by telecounseling to all New Mexico and Texas communities. PBCG's mission is to enable individuals and families to reach their full potential in body, mind, and spirit, using evidence-based counseling and educational services. Services offered by Permian Basin Counseling & Guidance include individual therapy, couples counseling, veteran services, children's play therapy, anger management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma.

26/02/2026

Is It Stress… or Anxiety? 🤔

We all experience stress - it’s a normal response to life’s challenges. But sometimes what we’re feeling goes deeper than everyday stress.

Stress is usually tied to a specific situation (work deadlines, family responsibilities, big life changes). It often eases once the situation improves.

Anxiety can feel more constant. It may show up as excessive worry, racing thoughts, trouble sleeping, muscle tension, irritability, or even panic, and even sometimes without a clear cause.

So how can you tell the difference?

✔️ Stress feels temporary and situation-based
✔️ Anxiety lingers; it can feel overwhelming or hard to control and can impact your relationships, work life, and day-to-day functioning
✔️ Both are valid—and both deserve attention

If your worries are interfering with your daily life, relationships, or peace of mind, it may be time to talk with someone.

At Permian Basin Counseling & Guidance, we’re here to help you better understand what you’re experiencing and provide tools to move forward with confidence.

You don’t have to navigate it alone. 💙

📞 Contact us today to schedule an appointment. 575-249-2561

25/02/2026

It's time to meet our Carlsbad Team!!

Meet Megan Walker. Megan has been with PBCG for over four years and provides counseling services both in-person in Carlsbad, NM and via telehealth.

Megan brings extensive experience in social services, particularly working with individuals experiencing acute mental illness in involuntary treatment settings. In this capacity, she has served as a mental health technician, discharge planner, assistant to the court liaison, and a member of the retroactive authorization team. These roles have given her a comprehensive understanding of client advocacy, care coordination, and the complexities of the behavioral health system.

In addition to her work in acute care settings, Megan has experience supporting the geriatric population in both a dementia care unit and a senior center. She has helped clients navigate a wide range of challenges, including mental health concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, substance use, and barriers related to low socioeconomic status.

Megan is committed to meeting clients where they are and providing compassionate, individualized support to help them move toward healing and stability.

24/02/2026

Meet Lauren Jackson. Lauren has been a valued member of PBCG since 2024, and she plays a crucial role in the work we do every day. As our Intake Specialist Lead, Lauren is often the very first friendly voice or welcoming face our clients encounter.

She works diligently to ensure that scheduling and intake are seamless and stress-free. Whether assisting clients over the phone or greeting them in person, Lauren consistently delivers an exceptional customer experience with professionalism, warmth, and care.

Her dedication helps set the tone for the supportive and compassionate services we strive to provide.

23/02/2026

Join our SOS Support Group tomorrow, February 24th.

Our Survivors of Su***de (SOS) Support Group is for those who have lost a loved one to su***de. Meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 6:00-7:00 PM, virtual option only at this time. Registration is required.

This is a free peer support group, co-facilitated by a survivor of su***de and mental health professional. To register or for more information, please contact.

Katrina Fuller, EdD 575-392-4874
Janell Taylor, LCSW 575-249-2561

23/02/2026

Meet Misty Nolan. Misty is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at PBCG, providing services in Hobbs and Jal. She brings extensive experience in intensive case management, treatment planning, safety planning, and therapeutic services for individuals, families, and adolescents facing hardships related to mental health concerns, incarceration, poverty, discrimination, and substance use.

Misty has collaborated with multiple agencies as part of interdisciplinary treatment teams, helping educate individuals and families about mental health diagnoses while building and implementing effective intervention plans. She also has significant experience working with incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals, supporting successful re-entry into society. Her work includes goal setting, developing release and post-release plans, and coordinating with community agencies to help reduce recidivism and promote long-term stability.

She is experienced in working with individuals and families impacted by trauma, life transitions, PTSD, grief, substance use, and depression. Misty is empathetic, highly motivated, and deeply passionate about empowering others. She partners closely with clients to help them build the skills needed to live productive and fulfilling lives after overcoming significant challenges.

Misty is especially passionate about working with adolescents and young adults. She utilizes evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered, empowerment-focused approaches to support meaningful and lasting change.

20/02/2026

Meet Rebekah Richard. Rebekah has been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at PBCG for three years. Prior to joining Permian Basin Counseling & Guidance, Rebekah served as a teacher in elementary and middle schools across New Mexico. While completing her graduate studies, she interned with Permian Basin Counseling & Guidance, focusing on outpatient counseling services for children and families.
Rebekah has specialized training in Sand Tray Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for a variety of mental health concerns. She also has experience providing crisis intervention and safety planning services.
She works with clients of all ages experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and suicidal ideation. Rebekah sees clients in person in Hobbs and Jal, as well as through telehealth services.

19/02/2026

SAVE THE DATE! PBCG is excited to participate in the local Women's Resource Fair in Lea County.

18/02/2026

Meet Megan Gallegos our new Regional Development Director. Megan has been in the nonprofit sector for over seven years, where she has gained extensive experience in fundraising, donor development, community and public relations, grant writing and reporting, strategic planning, and organizational management.

Megan is committed to working with her team to build sustainability so that our organization can continue to offer hope & healing to the rural Permian Basin communities of Southeastern New Mexico.

17/02/2026

It’s National Random Acts of Kindness Day! 💙
Challenge accepted? 😉
✔️ Hold the door open
✔️ Leave a sweet note
✔️ Check in on a friend
✔️ Share a smile
Drop a 💙 in the comments if you’re committing to one random act of kindness today!

16/02/2026

Meet Valerie Waddle, our new Regional Clinical Director. Since 2022, Valerie has been a therapist at PBCG, serving a variety of populations using evidence-based therapies and educational services. She is especially passionate about neurodivergent populations and treatments that focus on the physiological effects of trauma and other stressors, such as Sandtray Therapy and EMDR Therapy.

In her new role, Valerie collaborates with the Chief Clinical Officer to provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership and provides consultation and support to clinicians. Her commitment to this role supports our mission to enable individuals and families to reach their full potential in body, mind, and spirit.

13/02/2026

We are proud of our partnership with United Way of Eddy County. Today we helped serve approximately 200 families in Carlsbad and Artesia!

13/02/2026

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be limited to romance. It can be a powerful opportunity to honor all forms of love - the steady love of family, the grounding presence of friends, the guidance of mentors, the joy of children, and even the enduring connection we carry for those who are no longer physically with us.

Love isn’t just about being “in love.”
It’s about being connected. Seen. Supported. Remembered.

Address

102 S Main Street Suite C

88220

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Website

https://www.permianbasincounseling.org/

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