Meet The Team

 Mandi Abernathy, MA, LPCC
Clinical Director/Therapist

 

Mandi is the Clinical Director and therapist who works with individuals and couples. Her goal is to increase people’s daily functioning for optimal performance by challenging thought processes, re-frame cognition and focus, using REBT/CBT, Trauma Focused, Solutions Focused Therapy, Neuroscience, insight, problem solving, faith based (when requested) and exploring coping skills.

Mandi received her Masters in Counseling from Wayland Baptist University in 2013, and has been a licensed therapist in NM since 2014. She specializes in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, self confidence, and mood disorders. She enjoys working with those who want to improve their overall mental and physical health to be the best version and maintain this mindset.

Lisa Marie Paradis, MA, LPCC, Art Therapist

All of us go through times in our life when questions come more easily than answers. Therapy can bring awareness and compassion to our struggles, illuminating hidden strengths and possibilities. My goal is to help you safely and intentionally explore your thoughts and feelings, and guide you on the journey home to your true-whole self.

I have lived in New Mexico since 2013 and attended Southwestern College with a Master’s in Art Therapy and Counseling. My work is informed by attachment theory, Jungian analysis, and expressive modalities, as well as dream work. When not with clients, I enjoy writing, making art, and hiking with my dogs in the mountains.

Lisa Marie is scheduling telehealth and in-person appointments during regular business hours. You can contact her at  thelightedpathllc@gmail.com or 505.508.7071

Julie Phillips, MSW, LCSW

 

Julie Phillips is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and comes to The Lighted Path LLC with 7 years of knowledge, skill, and experience.Julie specializes in adults with Trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem & confidence, stress, life transitions, relationships, 1st responders utilizing telehealth.  Julie believes positive change is achievable & possible. Together, you can explore the underlying reasons for feeling stuck, unmotivated, or triggered. With Julie’s support, you can regain a sense of self & even uncover something new. 

Noel Simmons MSW, LCSW

 

Noel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been practicing for 7 years. Noel’s approach is heart centered, integrating the body, mind and spirit. She believes change occurs ‘little-by-slowly’, and that we must take the time to honor minute changes in order for the more momentous changes to occur―whatever they may be. Noel’s practice is trauma informed, incorporating Mindful Self-Compassion, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Poly-Vagal practices and intuitive healing energy work (in no particular order). Noel is available for individual therapy sessions.