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Laurissa Bustillos, LMFT
New Mexico
LMFT - Anxiety and Relationship concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Solution-focused steps
About Laurissa
Laurissa Bustillos is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in New Mexico with eight years of experience. She helps people who are coping with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues around self-esteem and identity. Sessions are offered in English. Laurissa emphasizes practical steps and straightforward conversation in her work.
Her approach starts with listening and understanding what feels most urgent. She uses talk-based methods to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Together with clients she identifies small, doable changes to try between sessions. That includes working on communication problems, guilt and shame, and loneliness.
Laurissa draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered and mindfulness strategies. She also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques when useful. These methods guide short-term goals, problem-solving, and shifts in thinking that affect day-to-day life.
She frames therapy as a collaborative process. The focus is on clear goals, practical tools, and regular review of progress. Parents who are managing parenting stress can bring specific concerns about family dynamics and daily routines.
Practical matters are discussed openly. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How cognitive and client-centered methods translate online
Laurissa commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT works by breaking problems into manageable parts, testing thoughts, and practicing new responses to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening and reflecting back what a person is experiencing. That approach helps people organize their thoughts and feel understood while they set practical goals. Mindfulness therapy is used to develop simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Laurissa will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that suit the person's needs. Progress is checked regularly so strategies can be adjusted together.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday or evening routine, reduce commuting, or allow shorter check-ins when time is limited. Discussing which methods and scheduling options work best is part of the first meeting with the therapist.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, parenting stress, self-esteem, and LGBT issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She listens, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and suggests concrete steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with a range of concerns across age groups.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds a New Mexico LMFT credential and practices in New Mexico.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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