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Cottonwood Counseling, LLC

Counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. We help PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and grief.

Modalities: Telehealth, EMDR, Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, CBT, & MST. Spanish speaking therapists available.

04/08/2025

The behaviors people often criticize themselves for—numbing, overworking, withdrawing—often began as ways to survive difficult circumstances.
Therapy doesn’t ask you to erase those patterns but to understand and respect them, and from that place, develop new tools for living.

To learn more about trauma-informed therapy, call Cottonwood Counseling at (505) 226-2839.

01/08/2025

When someone has experienced trauma, even objectively safe environments can feel unsafe. This is not irrational—it is how the nervous system protects itself after harm.
In therapy, we work to rebuild the capacity to feel safety, often slowly and in stages, without rushing the process.

31/07/2025

Enjoying a great day at Isleta Resort & Casino for the Responsible Gaming Association of New Mexico’s conference on Problem Gambling. Grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of the important work being done to promote awareness.

30/07/2025

In the desert, growth is quiet.

Seeds lie dormant for years before blooming.

The same is true for us.

Even when nothing seems to be changing on the outside, there’s deep work happening beneath the surface.

Give yourself permission to move slowly.
To rest.

To trust the season you’re in.

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28/07/2025

Not all healing happens through words. Art, music, writing, and dance offer powerful ways to process and release emotion—especially in the summer when our energy may shift toward play and exploration.

Whether you're painting a mural, dancing at a Zumba class, or journaling by candlelight, creative expression reconnects us with our inner truth.

Therapists often integrate creative modalities into sessions to support trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and self-discovery.

25/07/2025

Ever feel paralyzed by choices? Whether you’re deciding on a move, a relationship, or a career path, decision fatigue is real—especially in summer when mental energy can dip.

Therapy helps clarify values, explore fears, and break big decisions into manageable steps. You don’t have to figure it all out alone.

23/07/2025

It’s never too late to learn the language of emotions. In therapy, we often support clients in identifying feelings, tracing their roots, and expressing them constructively.

Whether you’re 17 or 70, building emotional literacy is an act of empowerment. Try using an emotion wheel, journaling about your day, or naming your feelings aloud.

Start where you are.

21/07/2025

One way to reduce anxiety and lift mood is through small, sensory moments of joy. In July, New Mexico offers endless ways to engage your senses:

- Smell roasted green chile at the Growers' Market
- Taste cold paletas from a local shop
- Listen to live music at Civic Plaza or the Rail Yards
- Feel cool water at a bosque beach

Intentional engagement with the senses can reset your emotional state and remind your nervous system that joy is possible, even in small doses.

18/07/2025

Masculinity in New Mexico—especially in rural and traditional communities—is often associated with self-reliance. But strength also means self-awareness.

Men in therapy are learning to name emotions, heal past trauma, and improve communication. It’s not weakness—it’s wisdom.

Therapy offers a confidential, judgment-free space to explore identity, relationships, and emotional health.

16/07/2025

Mid-year is a time to reflect, and many people focus only on what hasn’t been done.

But what if you honored the inner work you have done? Maybe you said “no” more often. Maybe you got through a hard day. Maybe you survived.

Progress in therapy isn't always visible—but it's real. Take time this month to celebrate the small wins.

14/07/2025

When anxiety ramps up in summer—due to travel, social events, or unpredictable routines—grounding can be a powerful tool to bring you back to the present.

Try this: Place your bare feet on the warm earth (easy to do in your backyard or any local park), take a few deep belly breaths, and name five things you can see, hear, feel, and smell.

These sensory grounding techniques help calm the nervous system and bring awareness back into the body.

11/07/2025

Many New Mexicans draw strength from spiritual traditions—whether it’s Catholicism, curanderismo, Indigenous wisdom, or nature-based rituals.

Therapy doesn’t have to be separate from your spiritual life. At Cottonwood Counseling, we honor your beliefs and can integrate spiritual practices (like breathwork, meditation, or intention setting) into your mental health journey.

Healing is holistic.

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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 19:00
Thursday	08:00 - 19:00
Friday	08:00 - 19:00
Saturday	12:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+15052262839

Website

http://www.cottonwoodcounselingabq.com/

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