Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Taos
Taos Mental Health was founded by John Penn Turner, a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience in behavioral health. Since establishing his practice in 2014, John has dedicated himself to providing personalized counseling services for individuals, couples, and groups. His expertise spans trauma recovery, grief counseling, and substance use disorder treatment, supported by advanced certifications in evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and the Grief Recovery Method. With a commitment to meeting clients where they are, Taos Mental Health emphasizes collaborative treatment planning, holistic healing, and accessibility through telehealth services.Johns background includes clinical roles in hospital inpatient units, community mental health, and administrative leadership, ensuring a comprehensive approach to care. The practice prioritizes ethical standards, client confidentiality, and continuous professional development, reflecting a deep understanding of mental health challenges and recovery processes. By integrating innovative therapies and traditional counseling techniques, Taos Mental Health empowers clients to achieve sustainable mental wellness and emotional resilience.
Services
Trauma Healing
Grief Recovery
Substance Use Counseling
Telehealth Sessions
EMDR Therapy
LGBTQ Support
Bi-Polar Disorder Treatment
Acu-Detox Program
Mental Health Counseling
Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical experience in trauma and addiction recovery.
- Our telehealth services provide accessible care across Virginia and New Mexico.
- Certified in advanced therapies like EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual mental health journeys.
- Commitment to ethical standards and client-centered confidentiality.
Associations and certifications
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
Services
Trauma Healing & Recovery
Specialized trauma recovery using EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Braddock Body Process to process traumatic experiences safely. These evidence-based techniques reduce re-traumatization while addressing PTSD symptoms, emotional distress, and behavioral patterns stemming from trauma. Clients develop coping strategies for long-term healing.
Grief & Loss Recovery
Certified Grief Recovery Method sessions address emotional pain from bereavement, relationship endings, or life transitions. Structured sessions help clients complete unresolved feelings, rebuild routines, and regain emotional stability through guided exercises and personalized support during the grieving process.
Telehealth Counseling
Secure virtual counseling sessions for behavioral health and substance use disorders accessible from Virginia and New Mexico. Telehealth ensures continuity of care with flexible scheduling, maintaining confidentiality while addressing mental health needs remotely through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Comprehensive treatment combining cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and Acu-Detox acupuncture protocols. Focuses on relapse prevention, coping mechanisms, and addressing co-occurring mental health conditions to support sustainable recovery from drug or alcohol dependence.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy helps reprocess traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation. Proven effective for PTSD, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders, EMDR reduces emotional distress and negative self-beliefs while fostering adaptive resolution of past experiences.
People
John Penn Turner
Owner, Licensed Professional Counselor
With 30+ years in mental health, John holds licenses in Virginia and New Mexico, NBCC certification, and specialized training in trauma therapies. He founded Taos Mental Health in 2014 to provide personalized, evidence-based counseling for trauma, grief, and addiction recovery.
Chris Bradley
CFO
Chris manages financial operations and strategic planning for Taos Mental Health. With a background in business administration and urban planning, he ensures the practice's financial stability while supporting its mission to deliver accessible mental health care.
Questions
What services does Taos Mental Health offer?
We provide trauma recovery, grief counseling, substance use disorder treatment, EMDR therapy, and telehealth sessions for mental health conditions.
Are telehealth counseling sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth counseling accessible to clients in Virginia and New Mexico.
Do you accept insurance?
Please contact us directly to verify insurance coverage and payment options.
What certifications does John Penn Turner hold?
He is NBCC-certified, licensed in Virginia and New Mexico, and certified in EMDR, ART, and the Grief Recovery Method.
How long does counseling typically last?
Duration varies by individual needs; sessions are tailored to help resolve specific concerns efficiently.
What should I expect during counseling?
Expect a collaborative approach focusing on your goals, with homework assignments and active participation to enhance progress.
