about la luz
Nestled in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico, La Luz Mental Wellness is your haven for transformative and holistic mental health care. Serving the residents of New Mexico, our clinic specializes in trauma-informed treatment, with a keen focus on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and Relationship/Couples Therapy.
We emphasize the importance of reconnecting with oneself. By increasing awareness and presence within one's body, we believe healing unfolds at its deepest levels. Our practices harness the power of the nervous system, teaching vital coping and regulation skills. This paves the way for greater tolerance, adaptation, and a centered self. Learn more on our FAQ Page.
Christyn Small, MA, LPCC
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, practicing and serving New Mexico residents. I feel passionately about providing a holistic, trauma informed approach to individual and relationship counseling that goes beyond the brain by eliciting the help of our entire being in the healing and evolving process. Through my work, I assist clients by acting as a gentle, guiding light as they navigate stressful and sometimes disturbing parts of their life.
At times I may act as a sounding board, a confidant or a teacher depending on the goals of our sessions. It is my highest priority to cultivate safety, collaboration, choice, consent, trustworthiness and empowerment with my clients. I work best with individuals who are naturally curious about themselves and the world, who are open to trying new things and want to do the work necessary for deep and lasting change.
Our Guiding Lights:
Curiosity
At the heart of our approach lies an insatiable thirst for understanding. We delve deep, seeking the root and essence of every challenge, with a perspective always open to learning.
Collaboration
Healing is a shared journey. We walk alongside you, valuing your insights and co-creating a path to wellness.
Connection
Beyond techniques and therapies, we champion the power of human connection. Resilience comes through strengthening connections to ourselves, our communities, and our planet.
core values
virtual care for all of new mexico
Distance shouldn't be a barrier to wellness. In addition to in-person sessions, we also offer tele-therapy services, accessible via HIPAA compliant secure video or phone. This ensures the benefits of La Luz Mental Wellness extend throughout New Mexico, reaching those in need wherever they may be.
