David Boston, LPCC, Director
David is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of New Mexico and a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from Webster University. David is experienced in the areas of family therapy, psychotic disorders, anger management, crisis intervention, substance abuse, dual-diagnosis, adolescent development, and communication skills development. He has received additional training in Marriage and Family Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. He is informed in EDMR, Internal Family Systems, and Emotional Freedom Therapy. David has 20+ years experience working in the social service and mental health fields and practices from a client-centered approach that recognizes the role systems play in everyday life.
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David also directly supervises Angela Portillos and Sarah Shah. He also serves as a resource for all clinicians in the practice
License- CCHM 0184621
Melinda Barth, LPCC
Melinda is a Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She received a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and a Master of Science in Counseling - Mental Health Counseling both from the University of Phoenix. Melinda has been a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional since 2020, and uses a trauma informed approach with clients. In addition to trauma, she is experienced in working with anxiety, depression, substance use, substance abuse disorders, anger management, dual-diagnosis, and has experience with crisis intervention and de-escalation. Melinda has ten years of experience working with various populations living with mental illness in Albuquerque and the surrounding areas. She understands that there is no “cookie cutter approach” to therapy, which is why she begins working to find a connection to old and new hobbies that can be incorporated into an expanding and effective list of coping mechanisms – ensuring that they are a right fit for you. Melinda incorporates self-care, self-compassion, mindfulness, and strong boundaries as the cornerstones of your mental and emotional wellness. She offers a strength-based, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and client-centered approach to therapy incorporating psychoeducation and identification of mental health symptoms in order to generate awareness, compassion, and understanding. Melinda has an eclectic approach and borrows from modalities such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Inner Child Healing, Acceptance and Compassion Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.
License- CTB-2024-0304
Christina Coriz, LMSW
Hello! My name is Christina. I am a proud Indigenous Master’s Level Social Worker. As a therapist of color, I foster the use of multi-cultural and holistic frameworks. I acknowledge the significance of understanding and respecting your values, beliefs, and wellness to cultivate a balanced and thriving individual existence. I will work alongside you, to personalize the use of comprehensive integrative, and client-centered approaches. I am passionate about what therapy can create for the mind, body, spirit and working to build reconnection for a more empowered you. I am extremely humbled of the opportunity to help individuals, families, and communities, in ensuring visibility and representation of safe, inclusive, and positive environments for healing and resiliency.
Experience with adults, teens, BIPOC community, depression, anxiety, historical/intergenerational/generalized trauma, crisis intervention, communication and relationships, grief and loss, multicultural/culturally affirming care, parenting skills, communication, life stressors/life transitions, family systems/dynamics.
Paul/Viv Graham, LMSW
Paul/Viv Graham is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who got their Master's degree in Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University. In addition to this degree, they also have a Bachelor's in Communication from the University of New Mexico and an Associate in Psychology from Central New Mexico University. In the past, they have facilitated support groups for the Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico and have a history of working with LGBTQ populations. They also have worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician to help populations diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They believe in a Gestalt/Holistic approach and as such combine a combination of different therapeutic modules (including Dialectal Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing) to provide the best possible treatment for the client at hand. Paul/Viv believes that therapy has the potential to benefit everybody and is dedicated to helping every individual complete their therapeutic journey. Furthermore, they have worked with a variety of clients: including children, adults, and couples.
License - SWB-2024-0565
Sarah Shah, LMHC
Sarah is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She earned her Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of New Mexico in 2018. Sarah uses evidence-based and trauma-informed techniques pulled from behavior management, mindfulness and relaxation, narrative therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing, among others. More recently, Sarah has incorporated a holistic practice that gives attention to physical as well as mental health symptoms to assist clients in developing effective interventions. Sarah has experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment issues, developing parenting skills, improving communication, seeking meaning in life, career concerns, work/life balance, managing addiction behaviors, developing and maintaining healthy boundaries, grief and loss, transitions, behavior management, and managing chronic health conditions.
License- CMH0203921
Angela Sheridan, LMHC
Angela is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She is committed to providing an environment that is safe and trustworthy so that all her clients feel seen and heard. She received both a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services and Master of Arts in Counseling from Wayland Baptist University.
She works with children, teens, adults, and couples. She has experience working with trauma, anger management, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship problems, and substance use issues. Angela uses cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy but adapts to each client's needs. She also has experience in Christian-centered counseling upon request, empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges through a faith-based approach. She believes in the transformative power of faith and the importance of community in the healing process.
License- CMH0221441