Claudia Higuera Alvarez

Behavioral and Mental health therapy Nueva Vida Therapy LLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Burnout,

Introduction

Claudia works with adolescents (14 and over), and adults, and has experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, client-centered, and strengths-based. She integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She tailors treatment to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. A strong focus of her work includes building resilience, strengthening emotional regulation, and supporting healthy boundary-setting. Services are available in both English and Spanish. Claudia is committed to providing culturally responsive care and creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LCSW #SWB-2026-0151 (NM)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Faiths

  • Jehovah's Witnesses
  • Catholic
  • Christian

Payment options Free intro call available

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Pay out-of-pocket

Claudia Higuera Alvarez has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Las Cruces, NM 88001-3440
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Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - New Mexico State University
  • Bachelor's Degree, Social Work - New Mexico State University

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Trauma

FAQ

Is Claudia Higuera Alvarez accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Claudia Higuera Alvarez is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Claudia Higuera Alvarez also offers a free consultation.
Does Claudia Higuera Alvarez offer telehealth appointments? Claudia Higuera Alvarez does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Claudia Higuera Alvarez specialize in? Claudia Higuera Alvarez specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Child or Adolescent, College Mental Health, Coping Skills, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Fatigue, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, and Burnout.
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