More About Casey
Integrative Psychotherapist
As an integrative psychotherapist trained in mind-body-spirit techniques, I specialize in helping overwhelmed parents heal their childhood wounds and break the cycle of generational trauma so they can transform their relationships with their children.
If you feel anxious, irritable, and overwhelmed by parenting, having children may have triggered old wounds. This is a call for healing. My clients are often neurodivergent and highly sensitive, with childhoods that left them feeling unsupported and unsure of themselves. These past experiences can lead to worry, obsessiveness, relationship challenges, perfectionism, and difficulty making decisions. In therapy, we work together to unlearn the past and create a new way of being for you and your children.
I support clients with gentle, empowering approaches such as expressive arts, clinical hypnosis, mindfulness, “parts” therapy, inner child work, dreamwork, and body-oriented psychotherapy. These methods support you in shifting your thoughts, emotions, neural networks, and energetic body to uncover your inner wisdom and become your true Self.
Together, we will develop awareness, re-regulate your nervous system, heal old wounds, and build new skills to empower you. You’ll learn to ground and nurture yourself; develop mindful awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and body; and express emotions and boundaries in healthy ways.
Insurance plans accepted:
Aetna (NM)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Virtual Network
Carelon Behavioral Health (NM)
Cigna (NM)
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Quest Behavioral Health (NM)
Casey also offers educational coaching for homeschool familes, consulting for educational and healthcare facilities, and clinical supervision for counselors and social workers.
Education & Training
Independently licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC) and Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA) in New Mexico.
Holistic and integrative approach to therapy, and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP).
MS in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from New Mexico Highlands University, focusing on neuropsychological assessment.
PhD in Mind-Body Medicine from Saybrook University, specializing in Integrative Mental Health, with a dissertation focused on moving mindfulness research into clinical practice.
Certified Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist (ACHt) through the Wellness Institute, as well as a certificate in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis from Saybrook University.
Highly involved in the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, teaching medical and mental health clinicians how to use hypnosis in clinical practice.
Member of Integrative Medicine for the Underserved (IM4US), the United States Association for Body Psychotherapy (USABP), the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP), and the American Psychological Association (APA) divisions of psychological hypnosis, humanistic psychology, educational psychology, and the psychology of women.
More About Chris
Holistic Psychotherapist
I am deeply passionate about supporting underserved communities and take great pride in working with teenagers, individuals, and groups from all walks of life. I am particularly committed to helping men navigate their mental health, as I understand the unique societal pressures and stigmas that can make it difficult for us to seek support.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that problems should be addressed holistically, focusing on the entire person—mind, body, and spirit. I tailor each session to a client’s unique needs, incorporating various individualized techniques and therapeutic modalities as needed to foster healing and growth.
Through a compassionate and holistic lens, I aim to create a safe and empowering solutions-focused environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Whether working with teenagers grappling with life transitions, individuals battling addiction, or groups seeking connection and support, I am here to guide my clients in overcoming their struggles and achieving lasting change.
Insurance plans accepted:
Aetna (NM)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Virtual Network
Carelon Behavioral Health (NM)
Cigna (NM)
Quest Behavioral Health (NM)
Chris also offers consulting for healthcare facilities and clinical supervision for counselors and social workers.
Education & Training
Independently licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC) in New Mexico.
MS in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from New Mexico Highlands University, focusing on neuropsychological assessment.
MSHA in Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University.
Extensive training in Addictions, Problem Gambling, Stress Management, Crisis Intervention, and Suicide Prevention.
Meet Our Interns
Danielle Leonard (she/her), Counselor Intern
I bring a unique blend of life experience and academic knowledge to my role as a counselor intern at Vida Entera Wellness. With a passion for working with people and over a decade of study in Eastern and Western spiritual traditions, I offer a holistic perspective on mental health and well-being.
Through my lived experiences, I have developed deep empathy for those struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I aim to share the tools I have learned to support clients facing similar challenges.
I strive to tailor my approach to each individual, drawing from insight- and mindfulness-based techniques and cognitive-behavioral approaches. My goal is to create a space where clients can explore their experiences and cultivate self-compassion as a pathway to values-driven well-being.
My interests focus on positive psychology, especially the potential of peak experiences and flow states in promoting well-being. This area of study, combined with my diverse life experiences, continues to shape my approach to therapy. I am committed to integrating various therapeutic techniques to best serve each client’s needs. Whether in short-term or longer-term work, I aim to create a collaborative space where we can explore patterns of behavior, understand how personal history influences the present, and work towards a more fulfilling life.
Chaz Ruiz (she/her), Counselor Intern
If you are feeling heavy inside but don’t always have the words to explain why, I would be honored to be your guide. You might be dealing with depression, anxiety, or feeling disconnected from the people around you. Maybe you’ve been through trauma or feel like you have to hold it together for everyone else. Deep down, you want to feel understood, safe, and like you matter. I will meet you where you are and support you in figuring out how to move forward.
I am here to grow alongside my clients while offering support that feels genuine and compassionate. While I work with adults, my primary focus is adolescents because I understand how overwhelming those years can feel when emotions are intense and life starts to feel uncertain.
Whether the goal is building self-worth, learning to manage emotions, or yearning for a safe space to talk without judgment, I want to walk with you as you find strength, healing, and hope.
Feeling overwhelmed, lost, or needing someone to talk to? Schedule a session with one of our skilled therapists.
Let’s work through life's challenges together, side by side.