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I am excited to partner with you to help you take one more step in the direction you want to go in life....
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I am excited to partner with you to help you take one more step in the direction you want to go in life.
Sean Burns is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience in behavioral health and drug and alcohol treatment settings. Sean specializes in working with teenagers and adults, ages 14 to 100, challenged by anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, work difficulties, marital/relationship conflict, school stress, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, grief/loss experiences, faith/religious beliefs, and behavioral issues. Sean also has experience in dealing with addiction affecting individuals and families. He provides skills, tools, educational information, and suggestions to help clients take the next step.
Sean received his Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. He utilizes approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, faith-based and Christian counseling, and motivational interviewing.
Sean can assist you in improving the relationships that mean the most to you and set appropriate boundaries within more challenging ones. He invites you to partner with him for your health and well-being and encourages you to schedule an appointment today.
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With more than 20 years of clinical experience and a history of navigating my own life challenges, I bring a grounded understandin...
With more than 20 years of clinical experience and a history of navigating my own life challenges, I bring a grounded understanding and genuine empathy to clients facing difficult circumstances.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 21 years of clinical experience. I specialize in mood disorders—including depression and bipolar disorder—anxiety disorders, trauma recovery, and emotional regulation. My therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, relational, strength based, person‑centered therapy, and trauma‑informed care to help clients achieve meaningful, measurable progress
Throughout my career, I have worked in a wide range of clinical settings, giving me an understanding of the diverse challenges clients face. I am committed to providing structured, evidence‑based treatment tailored to each client’s unique goals. My approach is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience.
I look forward to supporting, guiding, and walking alongside you as you move toward greater health and wholeness, beginning with the first step of scheduling an appointment.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Christian counseling in Albuquerque is a form of faith-based counseling that utilizes psychological and spiritual techniques to guide and support. Often, Christian counselors often incorporate prayer and scripture-reading into treatment to help practicing Christians work through their challenges.
Christian counseling works by focusing on themes of hope and healing through one’s faith. At Thriveworks, your Christian counselor will discuss Christian values and relate them to your unique struggles. You can expect to discuss the following with them:
Christian counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Christian counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer. It depends on what challenges the client might be working through, the severity of those challenges, as well as other needs or preferences.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Albuquerque is located near the intersection of San Mateo Blvd Northeast and Academy Rd NE, off I-25. It is close to the Bear Canyon Arroyo and just around the corner from Arroyo Del Oso Park. The office is in a two-story, white-stucco professional building; enter through the front entrance of Suite C.
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