Lidia Atencio, LPCC
New Mexico LPCC specializing in trauma and relationships
- 16 years experience
- LPCC in New Mexico
- Supports relationships and trauma
About Lidia Atencio
Lidia Atencio is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in New Mexico with 16 years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She has worked with individuals and families facing parenting and family concerns, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, post-traumatic stress, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. She has also provided care for people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
Lidia practices from a foundation of unconditional positive regard - a client-centered stance that emphasizes acceptance, empathy, and nonjudgmental support. She helps clients clarify meaningful goals and develops tailored strategies to address each person’s unique needs. Her approach is collaborative and respectful, focusing on building a therapeutic relationship that honors each client’s strengths and experiences.
As an LPCC - which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and denotes specialized training in clinical mental health care - she combines practical interventions with a compassionate, goal-oriented style. Lidia’s work is oriented toward helping people manage symptoms, improve relationships, and navigate the transitions and stresses that life brings.
Lidia practices from a foundation of unconditional positive regard - a client-centered stance that emphasizes acceptance, empathy, and nonjudgmental support. She helps clients clarify meaningful goals and develops tailored strategies to address each person’s unique needs. Her approach is collaborative and respectful, focusing on building a therapeutic relationship that honors each client’s strengths and experiences.
As an LPCC - which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and denotes specialized training in clinical mental health care - she combines practical interventions with a compassionate, goal-oriented style. Lidia’s work is oriented toward helping people manage symptoms, improve relationships, and navigate the transitions and stresses that life brings.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lidia Atencio have?
Lidia Atencio has 16 years of experience.
Is Lidia Atencio a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details: NM LPCC CCMH0158221.
In which languages does Lidia Atencio provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lidia Atencio located?
She is located in New Mexico.
How can I work with Lidia Atencio as my therapist?
You can work with Lidia Atencio through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lidia Atencio work with international clients?
Yes, Lidia Atencio works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lidia Atencio 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that align with their values - it is often useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and early bonding experiences to improve connection, trust, and communication in adult relationships and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person in the room by offering empathy, respect, and nonjudgmental listening so clients can explore their goals and build self-directed change.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lidia works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaboration helps ensure therapy feels relevant and practical.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other commitments, and allow people to receive consistent support even when life circumstances change.