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Mental health counseling & addiction treatment in Albuquerque, NM
New Growth Counseling is a veteran-owned practice offering an intensive outpatient program (IOP), first responder group therapy and individual therapy in Albuquerque, plus online therapy anywhere in New Mexico. Medicaid and most insurance accepted.
Veteran-owned
Founded by those who served
14 licensed providers
Therapists, psychologist & psychiatry
Medicaid & most insurance
BCBS, Presbyterian, Molina, TriWest
LegitScript certified
100% HIPAA compliant
In-network insurance
Copay help for first responders & veterans. Check coverage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
NM Medicaid
Presbyterian
Molina Healthcare
TriWest
UnitedHealthcare
Magellan
True Health NM
Western Sky
Our services
Mental health services in Albuquerque & online across New Mexico
Not sure what fits? Your assessment tells us. We match you to the right level of care and adjust as you grow. First responder, veteran or military family? See how we serve you.
16-week program
Substance Abuse Program (IOP)
Matrix Model intensive outpatient treatment, nine hours a week. Morning or after-work groups so you can keep your job.
IOP in Albuquerque
Peers only
First Responder Group
Confidential group for police, fire, EMS and military dealing with substance use. Led by a retired first responder.
First responder therapy
Adults with PTSD
MeRT Therapy
Personalized, drug-free magnetic stimulation guided by your own EEG and heart-rate data. Used alongside counseling.
MeRT therapy in Albuquerque
Anywhere in NM
Online Therapy
Secure video sessions with the same licensed clinicians, from Santa Fe, Las Cruces or your living room.
Online therapy in New Mexico
In office or online
Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling for teens and adults: anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, relationships and life transitions.
Individual therapy in AlbuquerqueFind your starting point
Not sure where to start?
Choose the service that sounds closest, or call us and a counselor will help you find the right fit. Your assessment confirms the level of care.
Where would you like to begin?
Substance abuse (IOP)
16-week program, nine hours a week
First responder group
Peers-only, confidential
Individual therapy
One-on-one, in office or online
Online therapy
Secure video from anywhere in NM
MeRT therapy for PTSD
Drug-free, guided by your data
Who we serve
Veterans, families and responders
What we help with
Conditions we treat & therapy approaches we use
Our therapists are knowledgeable in many areas and tailor care to you.
Addictions
Anger issues
Relationship issues
Anxiety
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias & stress
Substance abuse
PTSD & trauma
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Identify and change destructive thought patterns that affect behavior and emotions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Build healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate emotions and improve relationships.
Mindfulness Techniques
Focused breathing, meditation and more to stay present when anger or anxiety rise.
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Understand how past experiences and the unconscious shape today’s thoughts and behavior.
About New Growth Counseling
A veteran-owned counseling practice rooted in Albuquerque
We are committed to the wellness of individuals, their families and the community through prevention, intervention, treatment and education. We want every client to feel heard, respected and empowered to live a better life.
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Compassion toward the community we serve.
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Acceptance of everyone’s right to compassionate care.
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Respect for each person’s unique path to healing.
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Empowerment for everyone to have a voice in their care.
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Sincerity in how we treat each other every day.
Meet our clinicians
Licensed therapists & psychiatric providers in Albuquerque
Brian O’Leary, PhD
Clinical Psychologist, Col (Ret.)
Trauma, PTSD and military transition.
Desiree R. Ramirez
LCSW, LADAC
Substance use and IOP.
Patrick Ficke
MA, LPCC
First responder group; retired first responder.
Jasmin Flores
PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric medication management.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions about counseling in Albuquerque
Each service page has its own detailed FAQ. See all questions
What is the best mental health clinic in Albuquerque for veterans and first responders?
New Growth Counseling is a veteran-owned mental health practice in Albuquerque that specializes in veterans, military families and first responders. It offers a peers-only First Responder Group, trauma therapy including EMDR, copay assistance for those who serve, and clinicians who are retired military and first responders.
Which Albuquerque therapists accept Medicaid?
New Growth Counseling accepts New Mexico Medicaid, plus Blue Cross Blue Shield, Magellan, Molina, Presbyterian, TriWest, True Health New Mexico, UnitedHealthcare and Western Sky Community Care. Call (505) 639-4769 to verify your benefits.
Where can I get outpatient substance abuse treatment in Albuquerque?
New Growth Counseling offers a 16-week Matrix Model intensive outpatient program (IOP) at 5801 Osuna Road NE. Groups meet three days a week, mornings or evenings, so you can keep working.
Can I do therapy online anywhere in New Mexico?
Yes. New Growth Counseling offers secure video therapy to anyone located in New Mexico, including Santa Fe, Rio Rancho and Las Cruces, using the same insurance as in-office care.
Is therapy at New Growth Counseling confidential?
Yes. New Growth Counseling is 100% HIPAA compliant and never shares your information, including with employers or commanding officers, without your written consent, except where the law requires it for safety.
What conditions does New Growth Counseling treat?
Addiction and substance use, anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, phobias, personality disorders, anger issues, relationship problems and stress, for adolescents and adults.
How do I make a first appointment at New Growth Counseling?
Call (505) 639-4769 or email info@newgrowthnm.org. A counselor schedules a brief conversation, verifies your insurance and sends an intake packet before your first session.
What should I do if I am in a mental health crisis in New Mexico?
Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24/7, or dial 911 in an emergency. New Growth Counseling is not an emergency service but keeps emergency session slots for established patients.
Schedule a mental health assessment in Albuquerque
Schedule an assessment in Albuquerque or online. A counselor will call you back to find the right fit.