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As an altruistic individual, it is my goal to provide the greatest care and service to all clients....
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As an altruistic individual, it is my goal to provide the greatest care and service to all clients.
Hello, my name is Henry Clopton, and I'm a native Atlantan who believes in true communalism. I grew up on the Southwest side of Atlanta and attended Morehouse College and Georgia State University for my undergraduate work, then Georgia State for my master's in Rehabilitation Counseling. I'm currently in my third year of a Ph.D. program in the Humanities — with a double concentration in African American Studies and History — at Clark Atlanta University. I work with clients navigating self-esteem, anger, anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, marriage and relationship struggles, existential issues, and more.
During sessions, I create comfort through real conversation — to erase any fears or stereotypes about the counseling process. When you're in the therapeutic space with me, I want you to feel proud, capable, and enough. From there, we do the root work together — through whatever uncomfortable moments of growth that takes.
My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself. I want to give you the tools to meet any challenge and be a positive influence in your community. I hope to build a network of people who actively promote therapy and stand in the gap for those who don't yet know what it can do for their lives. Let's schedule some time to simply talk.
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My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some ...
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. -Maya Angelou
Christopher Card is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) who has 22 years of experience providing counseling and support services to families and individuals seeking help with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and other life transitions. Christopher is also a nationally Certified Sex Offender Treatment Professional (CSOTP).
Christopher completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Ashford University and his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Arizona State University. He utilizes a variety of strength-based therapeutic interventions with emphasis on mindfulness-based strategies to help clients heal from trauma, recover from addiction, and overcome symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other behavioral and emotional difficulties. Clients can then build on these strengths and skills to pursue new and meaningful goals and live the life they want to live.
Christopher strives to form warm, genuine, and collaborative relationships with each client so you can courageously and safely explore painful memories of the past, become grounded and peaceful in the present, and look to the future with a sense of excitement and optimism.
I believe in the power of support and unconditional positive regard to manifest resilience, and I believe that everyone deserves a...
I believe in the power of support and unconditional positive regard to manifest resilience, and I believe that everyone deserves a comeback.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 19 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with individuals, couples, and families, supporting clients as they navigate life transitions, emotional challenges, and relational concerns. I am deeply committed to helping people strengthen self-efficacy, build insight, and move toward meaningful personal growth through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship.
I earned my master’s degree in family and consumer sciences from New Mexico State University. My approach is strength-based, empathetic, and grounded in unconditional positive regard. I value building strong therapeutic rapport and frequently incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients reframe unhelpful thought patterns and overcome obstacles.
I believe you are more than your struggles or past experiences. Together, we will identify your strengths, set meaningful goals, and create practical tools to support progress between sessions. I strive to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel supported, encouraged, and empowered as you move forward in your healing journe
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping people in couples/marriage counseling is attachment-based therapy and a relational model. I find this is the best way to connect and support couples in learning to be more compassionate with each other so they go from a place of fighting and creating 'either/or' solutions to actively listening to each other and rejoining as partners to find 'both/and' solutions for their problems.
In couples therapy, the tools we use are meditation and mindfulness for awareness. We use gratitude practices to help clients connect more with the things they enjoy about their partners and learn to share those with each other. We use positive communication and couples dialogue in order to start expressing feelings without attacking the other. We also use several regulation techniques and breaks in order to help decrease escalation within the relationship.
It is clear to see that couples are making progress when they are no longer taking each other's emotions and pain personally. They are able to communicate about the struggles they are having and work together in order to create those 'both/and' solutions. It is also a significant indicator that things are getting better when they stop seeing each other as enemies and are reconnected as supports for each other.
During their off time, clients can practice the homework and any communications skills that are needed in order to solidify the skills. They can also write down problems that are hard to resolve so the fighting doesn't continue between sessions.
In preparing for your first session, take time to recognize that this is not about proving your partner wrong but working to understand and connect with your partner as well as being open to finding new ways to express yourself in order to get yourself heard as well. Couples therapy requires both individuals to make changes in order to heal and improve the relationship.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
When little things start to build up and get under your skin, it’s a recipe for disaster. So whether you need help communicating with your partner or you’re both trying to overcome something like infidelity, marriage counseling or couples therapy can be the answer you need.
Thriveworks Counseling in Albuquerque, NM works with only the most qualified and compassionate mental health professionals. No matter what relationship challenge you’re facing, they can help. Call or book online to get started today.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling involves specialized therapeutic approaches that are designed to help couples work through challenges in their relationship and/or improve their relationship as a whole. It’s for new couples, who would like to improve their communication—but can also be for couples who have been married or together for years.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling is for all relationship types, and can offer couples lasting benefits beyond their final session. You and your partner can even meet with an experienced provider who offers couples therapy or marriage counseling virtually through online therapy at Thriveworks Albuquerque, NM.
Many of the couples who do seek out couples therapy do so because their relationship is suffering and they’re seeking a solution. Here are several common relationship issues that can be confronted in couples therapy:
Choosing to work together with a provider in couples therapy or marriage counseling shows your true commitment to your relationship and your desire to make things work. In addition, we want you to know that there is no space for judgment at Thriveworks in Albuquerque. We will provide you with a safe space for working through your challenges and improving your relationship. And we’ll help you do it.
If you’re here, it means that you’re thinking about taking the next step to better your relationship. If you’re on the fence, consider:
Marriage counselors and couples therapists can help you with all of these concerns, and more. Their goal is to help you start living healthier, happier lives. To do so, they’ll work to understand both of your unique goals and needs so they can create an individualized approach to your care.
Every couple is unique and every therapy plan should be, too. Your Thriveworks therapist will create a customized treatment plan just for you and your partner, which will help you with things like better communication skills, how to actively listen, how to problem-solve, building trust, management techniques, and more.
You can live a happier life with your partner that is not only stress-free but cohesive. We offer added benefits such as:
We want to help you and your partner get back to the spot you want to be. Let’s get started—schedule your first appointment today.
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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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