Ana Stevenson , LCSW

Ana Stevenson is a multicultural, multilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Mexico who brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice. She has lived across Asia, Africa, South America, and the United States, and uses that cross-cultural perspective to connect with people from varied backgrounds and life stories.

Her work is grounded in a person-centered approach that follows each individual’s goals and needs. She integrates somatic-informed practices, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and cognitive-behavioral techniques to support healing, emotional regulation, and recovery from trauma. This blend aims to connect body and mind while encouraging greater self-compassion and balance.

Ana addresses a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, addictions, grief, parenting and caregiver stress, career and life transitions, and intimacy-related challenges. She conducts sessions in both English and Spanish and focuses on practical coping strategies alongside deeper emotional work.

As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she combines clinical training and life experience to guide people through difficult transitions, build resilience, and move toward sustained emotional growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ana uses client-centered therapy to create a collaborative space where the client’s own goals guide the work; this approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and tailoring the process to each person’s values and pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is offered as a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity when appropriate.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ana works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved and supported in decisions about their care.

Online therapy with Ana is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without geographic constraints, and they allow clients to continue work on coping skills, trauma processing, and life transitions in ways that suit their daily lives.