Andres Duran

Endlessly curious and deeply fascinated by neuroscience, Andres Duran brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and compassionate care to his counseling practice. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Andres has built his approach around evidence-based techniques, leveraging the brain's natural ability to reshape and heal itself.

With a career spanning over a decade, Andres has honed his expertise in treating a wide range of mental health challenges. His particular areas of focus include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. This diverse skill set allows him to tailor his approach to each client's unique needs and experiences.

Andres's therapeutic toolkit is well-stocked with specialized training in cutting-edge modalities. He is proficient in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), completed in 2021, which he uses to help clients process traumatic experiences. His practice is further informed by Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), for which he completed foundational training in 2019, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These evidence-based approaches allow Andres to offer a comprehensive and effective treatment plan for his clients.

Born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Andres's roots run deep in the community he serves. He earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of New Mexico, graduating with his MA in Counseling in 2013. His extensive experience includes working with diverse populations in various therapeutic settings, including groups, families, couples, and individuals.

Andres believes in the power of human connection and collaboration in the therapeutic process. He uses his natural curiosity to understand his clients better and work alongside them to discover the right tools and strategies for healing. While he approaches his work with the seriousness it deserves, Andres also recognizes the healing power of laughter and aims to bring moments of joy and humor into his clients' lives when appropriate.

As a Latino, cisgender man, husband, and proud pet owner, Andres brings a rich personal perspective to his professional work. His love for travel, coffee, reading, and physical activity all inform his holistic approach to mental health and well-being. Andres's commitment to New Mexico as his home base reflects his dedication to enriching and supporting his local community through his counseling practice.