About Deanna

I truly believe connection is what helps people heal and thrive. I strive to create a strong and safe relationship in which individuals can work toward the goals they have for all aspects in their lives.

I especially love when people can see all their strengths and use them to learn and grow.  

As your counselor, I will trust you, believe in you, care for you and listen to you.

Full Bio

I was born and raised in New Mexico. Go Lobos! I enjoy hanging out with my family, reading, baking,
exercising and walking on the mesa with our family dog, Valentine. I love tacos, country music and
quotes!

I currently work full-time as an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at New Mexico Highlands
University, Rio Rancho campus. Prior to becoming a full-time counselor educator in 2021, I spent 24
years with the Albuquerque Public School district where I served as a high school English teacher and
school counselor. I also worked two years as a substance use prevention and intervention counselor and
served as a school counselor intern supervisor. I am also licensed as mental health counselor (LPCC).

I have experience and enjoy working with adolescents and young adults in the personal, social, emotional and
academic areas of their lives. I love the dichotomous nature of adolescents; sometimes kid - sometimes adult, sometimes happy go lucky - sometimes angry and full of angst, sometimes fun and funny - sometimes serious and somber. Basically, I think adolescents are pretty cool people! I truly enjoy walking alongside them as they journey through the transition from child to adult.

Qualifications

License:
Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC) in New Mexico
License Number: CCMH0211151

Education:
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling​
Oregon State University
Year Graduated: 2019

Certificates:
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
License Number: 220625

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