Kerri L Payne LPCC

Your first session with me is not the most enlightening to be honest. We will do an intake where I ask you a zillion questions. Once completed we will create a treatment plan together and get to know one another . This session will be anywhere from an hour to an hour and half .

I believe the biggest barrier in regards to therapy is “oneself.” Tony Robins the motivational speaker said “Your biggest problem in life is that you think you shouldn’t have any.” I believe this barrier can be broken when a client accepts their past , stands solid in the present and is hopeful for the future .

I bring my true authentic self to our sessions. I use my clinical skills and professional boundaries; however, I bring my full self and awareness to our sessions . This time is yours and I understand that on a deep level. I always feel honored that you are giving me the greatest gift; it’s the gift of time . There is nothing greater then that ! Therefore , I will honor it with my true self in these sessions.

• New Mexico, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, CCMH0198121

I used to work at an inpatient treatment center. The focus was on doing groups , assessments and individual sessions . We worked on trauma related issues That played a role In addictive behaviors. Prior to that I’ve worked with refugees that had PTSD, couples therapy and people with severe anxiety.