Monica Sosa , LCSW

Monica Sosa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Mexico who brings eight years of clinical experience to her work. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies from the University of New Mexico in 2010 and completed a Master of Social Work at Western New Mexico University in 2014. As an LCSW, she is trained to assess and treat a wide range of mental health concerns and to support clients across the lifespan.

Monica primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy, and she integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Mindfulness Therapy to match each client's needs. Her practice focuses on issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger, addictions, family and parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, bipolar and mood disorders, ADHD, and related conditions. She also works with adoption and foster care matters, disruptive mood dysregulation, social anxiety, and complications arising from family conflict.

Known for an easygoing and compassionate approach, Monica emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and collaboration. She encourages clients to build practical coping skills, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions. Her work is informed by positive and attachment-aware parenting perspectives when supporting families, and she adapts therapeutic methods to fit each person's goals and circumstances.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Monica Sosa draws primarily on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a trusting, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own growth and decisions - it is helpful for improving self-esteem, navigating life changes, and strengthening relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, making it useful for addressing anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Monica also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are a focus.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Monica collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so treatment remains practical and client-centered.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility and easier access to licensed professionals. These options allow clients to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them.