Lidia Atencio , LPCC

Lidia Atencio is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in New Mexico with 16 years of clinical experience. She has supported people facing a broad range of challenges, including family and parenting concerns, depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, career transitions, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress, and ADHD. She has also worked with individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse, helping them rebuild coping skills and clarify goals.

Her therapeutic stance is grounded in unconditional positive regard - an approach that emphasizes acceptance and nonjudgmental support. Lidia encourages respect and compassion in the therapeutic relationship and partners with clients to set realistic, individualized goals that reflect each person’s needs and values. She draws on evidence-informed techniques while maintaining a warm, client-focused presence.

Lidia recognizes the courage it takes to seek change and approaches each person with patience and commitment. She aims to create a collaborative environment where people feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful improvements in their lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Lidia Atencio integrates several complementary therapeutic approaches to meet different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and emotional bonds, exploring how early relationships influence present-day intimacy and communication, which can be helpful for relationship and family issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration, creating a supportive environment where clients can explore goals and build self-trust.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Lidia works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains practical and aligned with what the client finds most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules or distant locations. Sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose formats that suit their comfort level and lifestyle. This range of options makes it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapeutic work into daily life while still receiving support from licensed professionals.