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Prof. Craig Hutton, LCSW
New Mexico
LCSW - Mood and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Emotion-focused work
About Craig
Prof. Craig Hutton is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New Mexico with four years of clinical experience. He works with people who bring stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, addictions, parenting strain, and related issues. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients.
Craig's background includes work in medical settings and a private practice. That work exposed him to chronic illness, caregiver stress, and the practical pressures people bring into therapy. He has experience with clients from Indigenous and Hispanic heritages and with a broad community mix.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered methods, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and existential ideas. In practice he focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of responding. He also uses goal-focused and solution-oriented techniques to address immediate problems.
Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps people can take between meetings. That might include trying new communication skills, tracking thoughts and moods, or practicing short behavioral experiments. Craig aims to work alongside each person to set clear goals and check progress over time.
People who want practical, structured help with mood, relationships, addiction, or coping with life changes may find this approach useful. To start, he asks people to use a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the site's booking flow.
Approach and how online sessions work
Craig uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test thoughts that keep problems going; CBT maps thoughts, feelings, and actions and supports small behavior experiments. He also draws on Client-Centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective and help create clear goals together. Dialectical Behavior Therapy adds practical skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when feelings feel overwhelming.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Craig will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps most. That means sessions are collaborative - the choice of techniques shifts to fit the client's needs and preferences over time.
The site asks you to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work breaks, reduce travel time, or use a shorter phone check-in when a full video session is not practical. The therapist and client will agree on the best session rhythm and practical arrangements as part of their first meetings.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, parenting strain, and related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, goal-focused methods that include CBT, DBT skills, and emotion-focused techniques to notice thoughts and change unhelpful patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of clinical experience and has worked in medical settings as well as in private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in New Mexico and practices with a base in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any regional considerations when you book.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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