Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Mental Health Counseling & Support Services in Alamogordo, NM
The Counseling Center is a private, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to providing prevention and treatment services to residents of Otero and Lincoln Counties. Our mission focuses on supporting individuals and families experiencing mental illness, psycho-emotional distress, substance use disorders, or nonadaptive behavior. We offer psychotherapy, social work, crisis intervention, and rehabilitative services designed to promote optimum well-being for all clients. Our programs emphasize personal growth, strength-building, and awareness of substance use and its associated behavioral, mental, and emotional disorders. We maintain the highest professional standards while offering a comprehensive array of services regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical disabilities, or ability to pay.Our sliding scale fee structure ensures accessibility for lower-income individuals. With over 50 years of service in Otero County, we combine deep local expertise with a commitment to ethical, client-centered care. Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed clinicians, case managers, and community outreach specialists working across multiple programs. We operate transparently with no hidden fees and prioritize community partnerships to enhance service delivery. Our crisis intervention services and walk-in appointments demonstrate our responsiveness to urgent mental health needs.
Services
Mental Health Counseling
Overdose Prevention Program
Juvenile Community Corrections
Family Support Services
Tutoring for Youth
Crisis Intervention
Substance Use Counseling
Child Abuse Prevention
Tele-Med Services
Case Management
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of mental health expertise in Otero County
- Sliding scale fees for financial accessibility
- Multidisciplinary team of licensed clinicians
- Community-based prevention and intervention programs
- Walk-in crisis appointments available daily
What people say
Compassionate staff
Life-saving programs
Affordable care options
Effective crisis response
Community-focused approach
Services
Mental Health Counseling
Providing individual, group, and family counseling for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. Our licensed clinicians offer evidence-based treatments including crisis intervention and tele-med services. With over five decades of experience in Otero County, we combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to address diverse mental health needs across all age groups.
Overdose Prevention Program
Offering free Narcan/Naloxone training, drug deactivation bags, and overdose education. This community initiative focuses on harm reduction through education and resource distribution. Our specialists provide critical life-saving knowledge to prevent opioid-related deaths while connecting participants with substance abuse treatment resources.
Family Support Services
Delivering home-based support for families with children aged 0-5 to prevent child maltreatment. Our case managers help meet basic needs like food and shelter while teaching parenting skills. The program emphasizes early intervention through community partnerships and practical support to strengthen family dynamics.
Juvenile Community Corrections
Managing court-ordered alternative placements and tutoring for youth aged 10-17. Our programs combine education with behavioral support to address delinquency issues. Certified specialists work with schools and families to create structured environments that promote positive development and academic success.
Crisis Intervention
Providing immediate mental health crisis support through walk-in appointments and community outreach. Our trained professionals offer same-day assistance for acute emotional distress, suicidal ideation, or traumatic incidents. Services include safety planning, emergency counseling, and referral to appropriate treatment resources.
People
Kim Richards
Chief Executive Officer
Leading The Counseling Center with over 25 years of nonprofit management experience. Kim oversees strategic operations and community partnerships while maintaining clinical program standards.
Michele Horrell
Chief Operations Officer
Managing daily operations and program implementation across multiple service lines. Michele ensures regulatory compliance and coordinates interdepartmental collaboration to maintain service quality.
Shawna Pratt
Chief Financial Officer
Handling financial strategy and sustainability planning. Shawna manages budget operations and funding acquisition while maintaining the organization's nonprofit financial integrity.
Howard Hill
Clinical Director
Supervising mental health services with dual licensure in clinical social work and counseling. Howard provides clinical oversight and professional development for therapy staff.
Schartelle Lester
Overdose Prevention Specialist
Coordinating the county's overdose prevention initiatives. Schartelle delivers community education and distributes life-saving resources while connecting participants with treatment options.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, group, and family counseling for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and crisis intervention. Tele-health options available.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most private insurance plans and offer sliding scale fees based on income for those without coverage.
Are crisis appointments available?
Yes, we offer walk-in crisis appointments Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Emergency numbers provided for after-hours assistance.
What youth programs exist?
Our Juvenile Community Corrections Program includes tutoring for ages 10-17 and alternative placement services with court partnerships.
How can families get support?
Family Support Services assist with basic needs and parenting guidance through home visits for families with children 0-5 years old.
Is overdose prevention training free?
Yes, we provide free Narcan training, drug deactivation bags, and overdose education to the community.