- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
About Moriah
Moriah MacCleod is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in New Mexico with 31 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and the challenges of life change. Her practice also addresses ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting strain, self-esteem, career questions, coaching, and compassion fatigue.
She centers therapy on each person's strengths and personal story. Sessions focus on naming emotions and patterns that get in the way. Moriah uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) alongside approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered work, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when appropriate.
In practical terms she helps people notice repetitive reactions and try new ways of responding. Therapy often involves talking through what feels overwhelming, experimenting with different choices, and building clearer communication. She pays attention to attachment and abandonment issues, family of origin problems, blended family stress, and caregiver strain.
Moriah also supports people dealing with addiction, codependency, commitment and control issues, guilt and shame, and recovery after natural or human-caused disasters. Her background includes long-term clinical work that informs short- and longer-term plans tailored to a person’s goals.
To begin, she asks people to consider their priorities and what they want to change. The first session tends to clarify concerns, set initial goals, and decide which combination of approaches will be most useful.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and naming emotions and how they shape relationship and personal patterns. It can help when feelings are hard to put into words or when repeated emotional reactions keep causing problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors link together and offers practical steps to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best based on the client’s goals and preferences. Sessions may blend elements from EFT, ACT, or CBT as needed to address attachment, trauma, or day-to-day coping.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful because they can fit appointments into busy schedules, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when days are tight. The therapist will discuss practical scheduling and what to expect in a first session so sessions can be arranged to suit everyday life.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, life changes, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting, self-esteem, career issues, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
She lists Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) as a central approach and also uses ACT, CBT, client-centered therapy, and EMDR when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 31 years of professional work experience in clinical settings.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LPCC licensed in New Mexico and practices there.
Does she conduct sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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