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Ana Stevenson, LCSW
New Mexico
LCSW - Anxiety and trauma care
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- English and Spanish
About Ana
Ana Stevenson is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with nine years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem struggles, relationship and family concerns, and life transitions. Ana speaks English and Spanish and practices in New Mexico.
Her approach centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered methods. She uses concrete skills to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and try different ways of responding. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and mindfulness practices when those methods fit a person’s goals.
Ana emphasizes practical steps in sessions. She helps people identify patterns that keep problems going, practice new responses, and track small changes between meetings. Sessions focus on clear goals and short-term strategies when appropriate, with room to address deeper issues over time.
Her background includes work with trauma survivors, immigrants, and people managing difficult life transitions. Prior experience in employee relations overseas and in Washington contributes to a direct, organized style and attention to communication and problem solving.
People who choose Ana can expect a mix of skills training, thought work, and mindfulness or EMDR when indicated. She aims to help clients build tools they can use day to day and to find ways to reduce overwhelm and improve coping.
How Ana’s approaches translate to online work
Ana often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors, then practice concrete alternatives to reduce anxiety and improve mood. CBT is focused on clear tasks and measurable steps that work well in an online session.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and working from the client’s goals. This approach supports collaborative planning and helps set priorities for what to address in each session. When appropriate, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training is added to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness in straightforward exercises.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the early sessions. She will review needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend a mix of CBT, client-centered work, or DBT skills practice. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as goals change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a week - shorter check-ins, not needing to travel, and scheduling around work or caregiving. It also allows consistent practice of skills between sessions and easier sharing of worksheets and exercises for day-to-day use.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
Ana works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, grief, addictions, and life changes among other concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, test different responses, and build practical skills for day-to-day coping.
What is her professional background?
She has nine years of clinical practice and earlier experience in employee relations, with work across several regions that informs her communication style.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in New Mexico and practices from that location.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm time zones and scheduling when arranging a session.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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