Welcome

Hi! My name is Yael. I am a compassionate therapist, committed to creating emotional safety for my clients. My approach is non-judgmental, and I support my clients in exploring their beliefs and behaviors in a way that empowers them to choose new paths, fostering healing and growth along the way. I work with teens and adults, offering individual and family therapy sessions. My therapeutic toolbox includes evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Whether you're looking to process past trauma, develop healthier coping strategies, or navigate life transitions, my goal is to help you build a stronger connection with yourself and those around you. I believe in the power of therapy to transform lives, and I’m here to walk alongside you on that journey.

If you're ready to take the next step towards healing, I’d love to connect!

Julie is a compassionate and accomplished behavioral health professional with over two decades of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan in clinical, educational, and community-based settings. Licensed in New Mexico and Colorado, she brings a diverse and trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrating EMDR and evidence-based modalities to guide children, adolescents, and adults through their mental health journeys. Julie provides psychosocial evaluations, crisis intervention, and collaborative care planning. Her clinical acumen is rooted in deep experience, including leadership as a Medical Social Work Supervisor at the New Mexico Department of Health, where she coordinated multidisciplinary care for medically complex children and adolescents. Julie has also served extensively in public education as a school social worker, advocating for students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and behavioral needs. Her commitment to early intervention and whole-person care is evident in every role she undertakes, marked by a strong foundation in case management, Medicaid billing, family systems, and community coordination. Julie holds a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University, in addition to an Associate of Applied Science in Human Services – Substance Abuse Counseling. She is known for her empathetic communication, attention to detail, and ability to foster trust within diverse populations.

 Alicia serves in an administrative role at Transformation in Therapy while putting the finishing touches on licensure as a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA). As a Certified Community Support Worker (CCSS) and Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW), Alicia blends professional training with lived-experience-informed compassion—bringing both heart and know-how to everything she does.
With a background in case management and a strong academic foundation in psychology, Alicia has supported individuals navigating substance use, mental health challenges, and major life transitions. These experiences have shaped her ability to meet people exactly where they are—offering empathy, encouragement, and steady guidance along the way.
At Transformation in Therapy, Alicia is often the friendly, organized presence behind the scenes, making sure clients feel welcomed and clinicians feel supported. She has a deep respect for the therapeutic process and understands how important it is for every person who walks through the door to feel seen, heard, and valued.
As she moves toward LSAA licensure, Alicia remains committed to ethical practice, ongoing professional growth, and creating a warm, client-centered environment where healing can truly happen.