My name is Desiree Garcia, MA, LPCC. I am a board certified Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have been serving Albuquerque, NM since 2012. I started my private practice in June of 2020. Expanding to a group practice in 2023. I enjoy working with teens and young adults. My passion is to help others feel safe and comfortable while in session, so that they can process what is truly on their hearts.
My primary modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am extremely passionate in helping others over come their trauma, settle their anxiety, depression, and work through emotions and feelings. I also enjoy helping students overcome their daily stressors by helping them manage a daily routine, schedule and making sure to add self-care.
I never want you to feel alone. I want you to know how much you matter. I understand mental health, as I have had my own personal battles. Life sometimes seems like it will never get better. Bad times don't have to equal a bad life. Your past doesn't' define you. Your life is worth taking the first step in talking to someone. Don't give up. Time heals, people change and working on ourselves is the biggest battle of them all. When you're ready, I'll be waiting. I support you.
Desiree Garcia, MA, LPCC
Owner/Psychotherapist
Angela
Office Admin
My name is Angela and I am a proud Native New Mexican. I have a deep appreciation for the state’s diverse landscapes, traditions, and, most importantly, its people. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working extensively with families who have disabilities, offering compassionate care, advocacy, and resources to help them navigate complex healthcare systems. This experience has shaped my commitment to ensuring that every individual receives the support they need to thrive.
As your Office Administrator at You Matter Counseling Services LLC, I am dedicated to creating a welcoming, organized, and efficient environment where your mental health and wellness can flourish. I understand how important it is to feel supported and cared for, and I’m here to ensure that all aspects of your experience, from scheduling to administrative support, run smoothly and with compassion.
I look forward to meeting you and being part of your journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. You Matter Counseling Services has provided New Mexicans a safe and supportive space for those seeking mental health services, and I am truly honored to be part of this team and to assist you in accessing the care and resources you deserve.
Mac Morrison has been a counselor 25 years – first as a Licensed Independent Mental Health
Counselor and Multi-Faith Chaplain, later as a community counselor and outreach counselor working
with homeless families and youth and currently as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in
New Mexico.
Mac is well-trained in trauma-informed work, and practices strength-based Cognitive-Behavioral
Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Narrative Therapy, expressive arts therapy, and
Narrative Therapy, as well as counseling for grief, loss, and life transitions.
Mac strongly believes in honoring the client’s unique inner strengths. She believes there is no “ one
size fits all” approach to counseling, and that the process is a creative collaboration between
counselor and client to achieve the client’s goals and needs.
Mac is also a multicultural counselor, working with persons of all races, cultures, spiritual beliefs, and
backgrounds. She has also worked extensively with members of the LGBTQ + community and also
those identifying as Highly Sensitive People. Mac was raised in a multi-racial and multi-cultural
family which she believes informs her current commitment to equal rights and social justice for all
people. Mac was the recipient of the Ethel Lance Civil Rights Award in 2017 for her work in
Restorative Justice.
Mac works with adults experiencing depression and anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and
persons who have experienced direct or vicarious trauma, and with those who are experiencing grief, loss, and major life changes. Mac works with survivors of human trafficking and presents at
national and international conferences for counselors on the topic of healing from trauma as well as
trafficking.
Mary "Mac" Morrison
LMHC, MAT, NCE
Psychotherapist
Christina Williams, MA, LMHC
Psychotherapist
My name is Christina Williams, MA, LMHC. I am a board certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Before pursuing my degree in counseling, I worked for a human service nonprofit company for 14 years. Working with people has always been my passion. I am also a voracious reader and dabble in crochet.
Each person is unique in their outlook, history, and being. With respect to each person’s uniqueness, I believe in a multi-modal approach keeping in mind a person’s intersectionalities. I am well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy centering mindfulness practices.
Making the decision to pursue therapy is difficult and takes courage. I wish to honor that courage with empathy, compassion, and a collaborative effort towards wherever the client’s therapy journey takes them.
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I am Faye Magsby, a dedicated Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master of Arts degree. My personal and professional background in the diverse city of Albuquerque, New Mexico, has shaped my approach to trauma-informed therapy. I am passionate about guiding my clients through the transformative journey of self-awareness and self-acceptance, recognizing these as the essential foundation of personal growth.
Understanding the challenges intrinsic to therapy, I am committed to creating a safe and nurturing space for individuals to explore their emotions and experiences. With a deep well of empathy and understanding, I walk alongside my clients, providing unwavering support as they progress toward healing and gain a profound understanding of their true selves. Utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities including Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and trauma-focused techniques, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Faye Magsby, MA, LMHC
Psychotherapist
Yvonne Moghadam, MA, LMHC
Psychotherapist
Hello! My name is Yvonne Moghadam, MS, LMHC. I am a board certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I am a proud first-generation, Bilingual/bicultural (Spanish/English) therapist providing services to individuals in Albuquerque and the surrounding communities since 2014. I enjoy working with teens and adults and have a compassion towards helping people find peace and hope in a world that can be so heavy and painful. I believe that every person has the opportunity to heal from their past and current struggles and can find peace. I am trained in multiple modalities that include: Trauma-Informed Care; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Treatment; Attention-Deficit, Hyperactivity Disorder treatment, and substance use disorder treatments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Grief and Loss, Postpartum Depression, Problem-Solving Therapy for Depression, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused therapy, Chronic Pain, and Written Exposure Therapy for trauma.
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¡Hola! Mi nombre es Yvonne Moghadam, MS, LMHC. Soy consejera de la salud mental autorizado y certificado por el estado. Nací y crecí en Albuquerque, Nuevo México. Soy un orgulloso terapeuta bilingüe/bicultural (español/inglés) de primera generación que brinda servicios a personas en Albuquerque y las comunidades circundantes desde 2014. Disfruto trabajar con adolescentes y adultos y tengo compasión para ayudar a las personas a encontrar paz y esperanza en un mundo que puede ser tan pesado y doloroso. Creo que cada persona tiene la oportunidad de sanar de sus luchas pasadas y actuales y puede encontrar la paz. Estoy capacitado en múltiples modalidades que incluyen: Atención informada sobre traumas; Tratamiento de reprocesamiento y desensibilización por movimientos oculares (EMDR); Tratamiento del trastorno por déficit de atención, hiperactividad (ADHD) y tratamientos para el trastorno por uso de sustancias, terapia cognitivo-conductual, terapia dialéctica conductual, duelo y pérdida, depresión posparto, terapia de resolución de problemas para la depresión, entrevistas motivacionales, terapia centrada en soluciones, dolor crónico y exposición escrita de terapia para el trauma.
Abigail 'Abby' Rosas- Saldana, Provisional LMSW
Psychotherapist
Hello. My name is Abby Rosas-Saldaña, and I have a provisional license of Master of Social Work (P-LMSW) with a deep passion for supporting diverse communities. I was born in El Paso, Texas, and proudly raised in Albuquerque/Rio Rancho, New Mexico. I embrace my Mexican-American heritage as an essential part of my identity.
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With over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, and teens, I have dedicated my career to empowering individuals and families. My work extends to various vulnerable and marginalized populations, including the unhoused, the LGBTQ+ community, and those facing domestic violence. As a member of the BIPOC and neurodivergent communities, I am committed to fostering inclusive, empathetic care that recognizes each individual's unique experiences and challenges.
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I bring a comprehensive understanding of the factors that impact mental health. I integrate multiple therapeutic approaches, including person-in-environment, client-centered, trauma-informed care, strengths-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and solutions-focused methods. My dedication to ongoing learning ensures I am always equipped with the latest tools and techniques to provide the best possible support. I will advocate, listen, and empower you.
My name is Mariana Ortega, and I am a board-certified Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a deep commitment to my community. As a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, I have dedicated nearly two decades to helping those around me. Throughout my career, I have had the invaluable opportunity to work with both men and women within the prison system, providing support and guidance during challenging times. Additionally, I have collaborated with the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) to assist at-risk youth and their families.
My true passion lies in empowering individuals and families to build and maintain healthy relationships. I believe in creating environments that promote emotional well-being and understanding, allowing for positive connections both within oneself and with others. Through empathy and support, I strive to help my clients navigate their journeys toward healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
