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Albuquerque, NM
Angela Gautier
Angela Gautier She/Her
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor of Mental Health (LPCC)

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Angela Gautier

Angela Gautier

LPCC
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Advantage HMO | Blue Preferred PPO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Community HMO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | PPO PAR POS FEP HMO, Carelon, Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network, First Health Network, HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, JP Farley Corporation, Medicare NM, Multi Plan PHCS, Poppins Health, Tricare West, UMR, United Healthcare | Optum, United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage, Uprise EAP, Veterans Affairs (VA) TriWest New Mexico, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Christus Health Plan Exchange, Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Military / Veteran, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Sleep / Insomnia, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Caregivers, Codependency, First Responders, Mood Disorders, Neurodiversity, Panic Attack, Peer Relationships, Performance Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Career Counseling, Spirituality, Family Conflict, School Issues, Divorce, Grief
Serves ages 18-64

About

Through my personal encounters with life’s greatest challenges, I understand how trauma and loss can shape our lives. I am dedicated to helping others empower themselves and transform their pain into strength by mastering the skills needed to build a renewed sense of self.

I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 22 years of experience supporting adults through life transitions, grief, anxiety, identity concerns, and emotional overwhelm. I specialize in working with college-age clients and adults navigating academic pressure, loss, and major life changes. My work is grounded in clinical expertise, compassion, and a deep respect for each client’s lived experience.

I hold a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Northeastern University. My therapeutic approach is holistic and relational, blending cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic practices, and strength-based interventions. I focus on helping clients build practical skills while fostering insight, resilience, and emotional balance.

I believe meaningful change happens when insight is paired with action. In our work together, I provide a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard and empowered to move forward. If you are ready to build resilience, reclaim agency, and navigate life with greater clarity, I invite you to schedule a session.

Education and training

Years in practice
22 years
Graduating Institute
Northeastern University, Boston
Graduating Degree
Master of Science in Counseling Psychology
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Albuquerque, NM
Lesya Lambros
Lesya Lambros She/Her
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

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Lesya Lambros

Lesya Lambros

PMHNP
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Advantage HMO | Blue Preferred PPO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Community HMO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | PPO PAR POS FEP HMO, Carelon, Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage, Compsych, JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, Poppins Health, UMR, United Healthcare | Optum, United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage, Uprise EAP, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Quest Behavioral Health
LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Sexual Abuse, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Self-Harming, Antisocial Personality, Body Image Issues, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Impulse Control Disorders, Mood Disorders, Panic Attack, Performance Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Psychosis, Social Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Teen Violence, Thinking Disorders, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Alcohol Use, Substance Use, Grief
Serves ages 65+, 18-64

About

My own life has taught me that no matter where you begin, growth is made of small, brave choices—and I am dedicated to providing a safe space where you can rebuild, one step at a time.

My name is Lesya Lambros. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with ten years of experience in psychiatry—first as a psychiatric nurse and now as a PMHNP, across inpatient and outpatient settings. I specialize in working with adults navigating ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, sleep issues, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and substance use. I believe seeking help takes courage, and that step is where healing begins. I use a patient-centered approach, blending clinical evidence with patients' treatment choices. My goal is to help ease patients' symptoms while supporting them in living up to their full potential.

My approach centers on a trusting, collaborative relationship with my patients, combining clinical education on evidence-based treatments with practical tools for growth. I use normalization techniques to reduce stigma and shame, and I help patients build coping skills and healthy habits, like regular exercise, which support mental health and recovery.

No matter how heavy things feel right now, true progress is made of small, steady choices. I invite you to schedule an appointment whenever you are ready to begin this journey in a safe, judgment-free space.

Education and training

Years in practice
9 years
Graduating Institute
UNM College of Nursing
Graduating Degree
Master of Science in Nursing
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Albuquerque, NM
Christina Bermea
Christina Bermea She/Her
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

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Christina Bermea

Christina Bermea

PMHNP
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Advantage HMO | Blue Preferred PPO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Community HMO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | PPO PAR POS FEP HMO, Carelon, Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network, First Health Network, HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, JP Farley Corporation, Medicare NM, Multi Plan PHCS, Poppins Health, Tricare West, UMR, United Healthcare | Optum, United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage, Uprise EAP, Veterans Affairs (VA) TriWest New Mexico, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Christus Health Plan Exchange, Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Military / Veteran, Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, Women’s Issues, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Eating Disorder, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Self-Harming, Adoption, Agoraphobia, Antisocial Personality, Body Dysmorphia, Body Image Issues, Caregivers, Codependency, Developmental Disorders, Domestic Violence, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, First Responders, Gambling, Hoarding, Impulse Control Disorders, Infertility, Internet Addiction, Learning / Intellectual Disabilities, Marital & Premarital, Mood Disorders, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Neurodiversity, Obesity, Open Relationships / Non-Monogamy, Panic Attack, Peer Relationships, Performance Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Psychosis, Seniors & Geriatric, Sexual Addiction, Social Anxiety, Sports Performance, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Suicidal Ideation, Teen Violence, Thinking Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Video Game Addiction, Weight Loss, Dissociative Identity Disorders (DID), Gender Identity / Transgender, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Career Counseling, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Testing & Evaluation, Chronic Illness/Pain, Spirituality, Alcohol Use, Substance Use, Family Conflict, Parenting, Racial Identity, School Issues, Divorce, Grief, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Serves ages 65+, 18-64

About

I strive to create a warm, collaborative space to explore your challenges together, blending medical expertise with genuine empathy to support your healing and growth.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 11 years of experience. I specialize in supporting adults coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My approach is collaborative and personalized. I meet clients where they are, integrating evidence-based treatment with empathy, curiosity, and respect to help them build resilience, improve balance, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I earned my Master’s in Nursing from Walden University. I blend psychodynamic insight with cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques to help clients understand themselves and develop effective tools for growth. My practice centers on compassion, tailoring care to each person’s needs and goals.

I understand that reaching out for help takes courage, and I want you to know you’re not alone. Healing and growth are possible, and together we can take meaningful steps toward the life you want to create. If you feel ready to begin your journey, I invite you to schedule an appointment and start caring for yourself more deeply.

Education and training

Years in practice
11 years
Graduating Institute
Walden University
Graduating Degree
Master of Science in Nursing
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What is your go-to approach for grief & loss counseling?

My approach for helping people deal with grief and loss is to use attachment therapy, grief therapy, emotional processing/talk therapy, and experiential therapy. I also integrate self-care, emotional education around grief, and regulation skills.

What tools do you teach in grief & loss counseling?

During grief therapy, the main skills I teach are emotional resilience and education. I help clients process and talk through emotions to gain an understanding of them, provide support while they feel the emotions and practice releasing them, help them build new neurological processes and skills to resource and process, and teach them meditation/mindfulness and positive reflection, as well as several regulation skills including breathing techniques.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in grief & loss counseling?

I notice clients start to get better during grief counselling by watching them step through the stages of grief, as well as connecting to their emotions. They also return to more of their daily life and are less preoccupied with the grief over time.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement grief & loss counseling?

Outside of therapy, practice your homework and give yourself time to process the emotions that are coming up. However, make sure to set boundaries around the amount of time you spend processing in a single setting so that you don't get overwhelmed or flooded by the emotion.

What should someone do to prepare for starting grief & loss counseling?

To prepare for your first session, just be ready to open up, talk, and experience your emotions, as it will be hard at first but will start to get lighter over time.

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Grief & loss counseling FAQs

What type of counseling is needed when a person cannot get over the grief of losing a loved one?

Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Albuquerque, NM have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.

How does grief and loss counseling work?

Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Albuquerque, NM will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.

Signs I should seek grief counseling

If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.

What counseling theory is best for grief?

There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.

Is grief counseling conducted in person or online?

Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does grief counseling last?

For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.

Need more help deciding?

Though loss and grief are one of life’s certainties, it can also be a life-changing experience. Bearing the burden of grief is not something anyone should have to do alone. If you’re in need of comfort and support after a loss or during a period of hard transition, seeing a grief and loss counselor is one of the best things to do for yourself.

The grief and loss counselors at Thriveworks Counseling Albuquerque are trained and qualified to help you through the process of grieving. Using their skill and expertise, they can provide you with a tailored treatment plan and give you tools to manage your grief, as well as providing you with the solace and support you need. They are ready to help you in whatever capacity they can, offering both in-person counseling services and online therapy to fit your needs. Reach out today for help.

Do I Need Grief Therapy?

Grief is a lot to deal with on your own. It’s one of the hardest things in life to go through—it makes sense that you might need help getting through it. That being said, there are a few common reasons and signs that someone might need to go to grief therapy, such as when:

  • You’ve experienced a loss or major life change: The pain of losing a loved one is intense and horrible, but the loss of a job, a divorce, losing a house, or even periods of transition can also bring on feelings of grief that can be hard to shake.
  • Your grief is continuing to interfere with daily life: Grief often requires you to adjust to a huge change, and that adjustment is not a quick or linear process. However, if you feel like your grief continues to feel debilitating or moving on feels impossibly hard, it may be time to seek help from a mental health professional.
  • You’re having trouble processing grief: Grief can feel overwhelming, and because of this, it can be difficult to know how—or even want to—sit in your intense feelings and process them as they come. A therapist can give you tools and a safe space to help you learn to access your grief, as well as let it go.
  • You have depressive symptoms: If you are struggling to get out of bed, have a consistently low mood, feelings of guilt or hopelessness, and/or disinterest in normally enjoyable activities, you may be struggling with depression. In this case, it’s best to see a mental health professional to talk about your symptoms and decide on a treatment plan.

How Does Grief Therapy Work?

The goal of grief therapy is to help people come to terms with how their lives have changed after loss, moving through the pain, sadness, and frustration they feel and learning to accept their new reality.

To help you accomplish this, grief counselors employ a number of approaches, using them selectively depending on their effectiveness in certain situations. These approaches include: 

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT focuses on the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Through noticing these connections, you can discover negative patterns and work to change them. 
  • Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): Though similar to CBT in that it has a focus on connecting thoughts and behaviors, the main tenet of ACT is to accept negative emotions in order to process and work through them rather than avoid them.
  • Traumatic grief therapy: This type of therapy is mainly for those who experience a traumatic or sudden loss. It focuses both on the trauma responses that might be present as well as processing your grief.
  • Mindfulness: Mindfulness is about coming to terms with reality and how your personal experiences truly make you feel through increasing our awareness of your emotions and thoughts. This in turn may highlight many negative emotional patterns and the issues they arise from, allowing them to then be addressed and treated. 

Scheduling Grief Counseling at Thriveworks Albuquerque

You deserve support and care while you deal with your grief. The empathetic and professional grief counselors at Thriveworks Albuquerque can guide you through every step of the grieving process with steadfastness and compassion.

Thriveworks strives to provide comprehensive, quality care to our clients through our unique offerings and perspectives. We offer same-week appointments to new clients, evening and weekend scheduling options, in-person and online care, and most major insurances accepted.

Book a session at Thriveworks Albuquerque and begin your healing journey today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
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Our therapists and counselors in Albuquerque accept 28 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Advantage HMO | Blue Preferred PPO

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Blue Community HMO

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico | PPO PAR POS FEP HMO

  • Carelon

  • Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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6200 Seagull Street Northeast Suite C
Albuquerque, NM 87109

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Albuquerque is located near the intersection of San Mateo Blvd Northeast and Academy Rd NE, off I-25. It is close to the Bear Canyon Arroyo and just around the corner from Arroyo Del Oso Park. The office is in a two-story, white-stucco professional building; enter through the front entrance of Suite C.

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Languages spoken by NM providers

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