- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship strain
- Money concerns
About Lance
Lance Lashley is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New Mexico. He holds LCSW and LISW credentials and brings six years of clinical experience to sessions. Lance focuses on helping people who are coping with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship strain, and LGBT concerns. He aims to meet people where they are and treat them with respect and compassion.
He shapes conversations and plans around each person's needs. That means clear goals, step-by-step ideas, and practical skills to use between sessions. He uses methods like cognitive behavioral work to address unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also draws on dialectical behavior ideas for emotion regulation and motivational interviewing to support change.
Sessions can cover a wide range of struggles beyond the main specialties. Lance lists additional focus areas such as money and financial issues, chronic pain or illness, addiction, identity and gender dysphoria, and problems with communication or isolation. He also notes work with personality-related challenges and mood disorders.
Lance describes himself as sensitive and compassionate in how he engages people. He emphasizes tailoring dialogue and treatment to each person rather than following a rigid script. His approach blends practical strategies with listening and reflection.
To begin, he suggests taking the first step and reaching out. The process starts with a short questionnaire and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability. Sessions are held with a licensed professional based in New Mexico and conducted in English.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Many people find it helpful to know what methods a therapist draws on. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new, more useful ways of thinking and acting; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, which is useful when emotions feel overwhelming.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, needs, and preferences and then recommend strategies to try. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy moves forward.
The therapist's profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make regular sessions easier to fit into a busy life, reduce commuting time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules require them. It can also let people use audio-only sessions when bandwidth is limited or video feels like too much at first. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and DBT exercises for remote sessions so practical skills and planning continue between meetings.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lance commonly address?
He works with people facing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship strain, and LGBT-related issues, plus additional concerns like money and financial issues, addiction, chronic illness, and isolation.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, compassionate style that focuses on practical steps and clear goals. Sessions combine listening with skill-building and plan adjustments as needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with people in clinical settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices from New Mexico while also holding licensure in Iowa.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.