Gail Albers, LPCC
LPCC with 32 years of experience
- Trauma-informed approaches
- LGBT affirming care
- Flexible online sessions
About Gail Albers
Gail Albers is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with 32 years of clinical experience, providing compassionate, evidence-informed care for people facing complex emotional and life challenges. She creates affirming therapeutic spaces for LGBT individuals, older adults, and anyone navigating difficult transitions, concentrating on conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationship and family concerns, grief, and issues related to intimacy and self-esteem. Gail emphasizes understanding each person’s unique story and supports clients in building self-compassion, improving communication, and developing practical coping strategies to manage stress, sleep and eating difficulties, anger, and career or life-change challenges.
Her practice also addresses attachment and abandonment concerns, ADHD, chronic pain and illness, codependency, substance use, and the emotional impacts of natural or human-caused disasters. Drawing on trauma-focused and person-centered principles, she offers an approach that honors complexity while seeking strengths and resilience. Gail works collaboratively with clients to explore emotions, process painful experiences, and create realistic plans for meaningful change. As an experienced LPCC practicing from New Mexico and accepting international clients, she integrates mindfulness, cognitive and behavioral techniques, and skills-building methods to support long-term wellbeing and growth.
Her practice also addresses attachment and abandonment concerns, ADHD, chronic pain and illness, codependency, substance use, and the emotional impacts of natural or human-caused disasters. Drawing on trauma-focused and person-centered principles, she offers an approach that honors complexity while seeking strengths and resilience. Gail works collaboratively with clients to explore emotions, process painful experiences, and create realistic plans for meaningful change. As an experienced LPCC practicing from New Mexico and accepting international clients, she integrates mindfulness, cognitive and behavioral techniques, and skills-building methods to support long-term wellbeing and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gail Albers have?
Gail Albers has 32 years of experience.
Is Gail Albers a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details: NM LPCC CCMH0174301.
In which languages does Gail Albers provide therapy?
Gail Albers provides therapy in English.
Where is Gail Albers located?
Gail Albers is located in New Mexico.
How can I work with Gail Albers as my therapist?
You can work with Gail Albers through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gail Albers work with international clients?
Yes, Gail Albers works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gail Albers cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for online therapy and clinical care
Gail Albers uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is practical for addressing anxiety, depression, and managing stress. She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and chronic stress. In addition, Trauma-Focused Therapy methods are used to gently process traumatic experiences and reduce their ongoing impact on daily functioning and relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gail collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as therapy progresses so treatment aligns with what the client finds most helpful. This collaborative stance supports meaningful, personalized care.
Online therapy with Gail offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from a distance, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and choose the format that best supports each client's progress.