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Who We Are
Lindsay E Lennertz, PsyD
she/her
Clinical Psychologist & Founder
Currently not accepting new clients
Hello, I’m Lindsay (sometimes known as Dr. Lindsay)! I’m a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) who specializes in supporting children (3 and up), adolescents, and families. My clinical psychology degree is from Nova Southeastern University (in south Florida), and I first moved to New Mexico for my internship at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Children’s Psychiatric Center, in 2010.
To make sense of and support people from different walks of life, I draw on all of my experiences, some of which have taken place on different continents (Central America, Africa, Asia), and some have been in the process of different jobs and trainings (camp counselor, Spanish teacher, yoga instructor, etc.). As my self-exploration deepens, so does my way of understanding and being with others, of perceiving them. I see myself as multiply neurodivergent, and this involves aspects of attention differences and having a highly sensitive system in certain regards. My intention with both myself and others is always to shine a light on areas of our personhood that may not have received attention or acknowledgment, and to allow for a clearer, more integrated, or perhaps more open and expansive way of seeing our lives.
Trauma-informed, diversity-affirming care is a priority to me, in a deep and personal way. For this reason, I continue to learn and grow. I have trained in HAES (Health at Every Size) and Body Positivity, trauma-informed yoga therapy, and how to rework ableist frameworks that can operate outside of our realization. Having worked in inpatient hospital, residential treatment, juvenile prison, outpatient, in-home, and at–school settings, finding pathways of healing by increasing felt safety…and also playfulness. Developmental and complex traumas (including identity-based, historical, and intergenerational), are common in our human tribe, and I focus on allowing for distinctions and individuality while finding areas of connection and resemblance or reflection. I find I always share some aspects of experiences with those I work with, and this is where we attune.
My goal is also to help transition from harmful or challenging experiences and symptoms (including: self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behavior, demand avoidance, rejection sensitivity, depression, anxiety, etc.), to a place of safety, felt belonging, and meaning. I specialize in identifying and supporting unrecognized and misunderstood neurodivergent individuals of many ages and neurotype identity varieties and combinations, including autistics, ADHDers, AuDHDers, and those with complex/developmental/chronic trauma.
Anna Dawkins, MA, LMHC
she/they
Clinical Counselor
Currently accepting new clients
“As a very famous song said: for the hope of it all.” Hey there, my name is Anna and I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and I am passionate about supporting everyone from children to elders to families. I received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology with a minor in Asian studies from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. I received my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health
Counseling from the University of New Mexico. I use an eclectic approach in my practice, from
utilizing play therapy techniques to Internal Family Systems techniques (IFS) to Dialectal
Behavioral Therapy techniques (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I love to support
and empower women, neurodivergent individuals, domestic violence survivors, trauma/complex
trauma survivors, adoptees and adopters, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC individuals. I am also passionate
about supporting, empowering, and educating individuals and families on neurodivergence
(ADHD, autism, and learning differences) and identifying neurodivergent affirming strategies for
you or your family.
I am dedicated to assisting you or you and your family, in finding long-term and sustainable
healing. I like to get creative, fun, and be flexible on your healing journey, and looks forward to
starting with you!
Beth A. Schiffer, M.Ed., M.A., LMHC she/her
Clinical Counselor
Currently accepting new clients
Hello, my name is Beth. I am a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming therapist committed to helping clients ages 3 and older find a true sense of safety and belonging in therapy. I work primarily with ages 12 and up at this time, and I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals—including those living with ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD, as well as clients who are medically disabled—by providing a sensory-aware space where each person is genuinely seen, heard, and valued for who they are. To reduce environmental neurosensory overload and help ground the nervous system, I offer private, in-person sessions in a sensory-sensitive office featuring dimmable lighting, acoustic panels to minimize auditory stress, a soothing, low-saturation color palette, wall-to-wall foam flooring, tactilely diverse fabrics, and more. My clinical focus also extends to individuals experiencing symptoms of complex trauma (CPTSD), PTSD, all forms of discrimination, interpersonal abuse, anxiety, isolation, anger, rage, and depression. By blending clinical empathy with practical, highly adaptable tools, I integrate traditional talk therapy with creative, expressive art exploration to empower each person to process trauma at their chosen pace. Backed by my experience as a higher-education consultant, researcher, learning strategist, and advocate at the University of New Mexico, I am accepting new patients for personalized, in-person care and statewide telehealth services across New Mexico. We can meet on a secure video platform, giving you complete, comfortable control over your sensory environment without the stress often associated with travel.
Xilo Palomino, LMSW
he/him
Clinical Counselor
Currently not accepting new clients
Hi! I’m Xilo (pronounced shy-loh), a Mexican-American child development specialist and social worker focused on trauma-competent and neurodivergent-affirming therapy for children under 12. I also work in a limited capacity with neurodivergent teens and adults who process best through play, art, and movement.
My approach is rooted in Child-Centered Play Therapy, providing a space built on unconditional positive regard, where children lead the way in expressing feelings, developing self-regulation, and cultivating a positive sense of self. I partner closely with caregivers, helping them attune to their child's feelings and needs and co-regulate their nervous systems.
I weave in a non-pathologizing parts work approach, helping clients connect with every aspect of who they are so they can step into their core grounded self and trust their own intuition. As a proud neurodivergent trans man with Master’s degrees in Education and Social Work, I integrate strong clinical grounding with rich lived experience. I specialize in supporting clients through various types of neurodivergence (ADHD, PDA, autism, anxiety, C-PTSD) and LGBTQ+ experiences, creating an affirming space for self-discovery, authentic self-expression, and somatic processing and integration.
Patille Bingham, LCSW
she/her
Clinical Social Worker &
Diagnostic Psychometrist
Hello there, my name is Patille, and I am a diagnostic psychometrist. I have a strong educational background in social work that I utilize in my assessment work. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Boston University, where I also completed a Group Work Certificate, and later returned to New Mexico to bring my skills, training, and commitment to my home community. My professional experience spans schools, university counseling centers, outpatient therapy, and hospital-based crisis work, giving me a deep understanding of how environment, identity, and life transitions shape emotional and cognitive functioning. My professional approach emphasizes paying careful attention to detail, compassion, and collaboration with psychologists, educators, and other professionals to support comprehensive and thoughtful evaluations. I am especially passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and I view assessment as a way to highlight strengths, honor differences, and guide meaningful support.
Jacqueline (Jackie) Miller, MA she/her
Diagnostic Psychometrist &
Intake Coordinator
Hello! My name is Jackie and I am a diagnostic psychometrist. I received my Master's degree in Psychology from Webster University in Vienna, Austria in 2017. I am particularly passionate about psychological research that enhances our understanding of ourselves and others across cultures. My professional experiences in both the United States and Europe include supporting students emotionally and academically in my previous position as a school counselor, working with and advocating for children displaced by conflict and persecution, and interning at an oupatient clinic, where I supported individuals affected by eating disorders. Both my professional and personal experiences have fostered a deep appreciation for cultural nuances and how they contribute to our identities and perspectives. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment, and through psychological evaluations, I hope to support individuals on their paths of reflection and greater self-awareness.