Business Details
Your Trusted Psychologist in Santa Fe, NM
With over 35 years of experience in private practice, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate emotional and spiritual challenges through integrative psychotherapy. My background includes teaching psychology at a medical school, leading a non-profit behavioral health agency, and developing therapeutic approaches that combine Western psychology with Buddhist meditation practices. I specialize in addressing complex issues such as trauma, anxiety, grief, and spiritual crises, using evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.My practice emphasizes personalized care, combining clinical expertise with compassionate guidance to foster lasting healing and personal growth. I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Michigan and have maintained a continuous Buddhist meditation practice since 1976, including a three-year retreat in the Tibetan tradition. My commitment to ethical standards, client confidentiality, and professional excellence ensures a supportive environment for clients seeking meaningful change.
Services
Psychotherapy
Meditation in Therapy
Buddhist-Derived Interventions
Trauma Treatment
Mindfulness Training
Highlights and features
- We combine 35+ years of clinical psychology experience with Buddhist meditation expertise.
- Our practice integrates evidence-based Western therapies like CBT and DBT with mindfulness techniques.
- We specialize in addressing culturally Western challenges that hinder meditation practice.
- Personalized treatment plans target trauma, anxiety, grief, and spiritual crises effectively.
- Confidential, ethical care prioritizes client autonomy and long-term healing.
Services
Psychotherapy
Individualized psychotherapy addresses emotional and psychological challenges through evidence-based methods. Combining cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and attachment-based approaches, this service helps clients overcome trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. Treatment emphasizes skill-building for emotional regulation and long-term healing.
Meditation in Therapy
Mindfulness techniques are integrated into therapy sessions to enhance self-awareness and emotional resilience. This approach reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety while improving focus and interpersonal relationships. No prior meditation experience is required to benefit from these evidence-based practices.
Buddhist-Derived Interventions
Traditional Buddhist meditation practices inform therapeutic techniques for overcoming spiritual crises and cultural barriers to mindfulness. These interventions address existential questions and cultivate compassion, helping clients develop sustainable inner peace and resilience through secular applications.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized trauma treatment combines Western psychological methods with contemplative practices to process painful experiences. This approach addresses PTSD symptoms, emotional dysregulation, and attachment disruptions through structured therapeutic frameworks tailored to individual healing capacities.
Mindfulness Training
Guided mindfulness training develops present-moment awareness and stress reduction techniques. Clients learn to observe thoughts and emotions without judgment, improving emotional regulation and reducing reactivity in daily life through structured practice and personalized guidance.
People
Carol J Fitzpatrick
Psychologist
Dr. Fitzpatrick holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Michigan and has practiced psychotherapy for over 35 years. She combines Western psychological methods with Buddhist meditation practices, including completion of a three-year retreat in the Tibetan tradition.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate Western psychology (CBT, DBT, attachment theory) with Buddhist meditation practices, including mindfulness and compassion training, tailored to individual client needs.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Check with your provider about mental health coverage for out-of-network practitioners and required documentation.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is maintained except in cases of imminent harm to self/others or legal requirements. This policy is discussed in detail during initial sessions.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions are 45-60 minutes. Initial intake appointments may require additional time for comprehensive assessment and treatment planning.
What payment methods are accepted?
Payment is required at each session. I prefer checks but also accept cash and electronic transfers. Payment details are discussed during initial contact.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, HIPAA-compliant video conferencing is available for clients who prefer remote sessions or have scheduling constraints affecting in-person attendance.
