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Meet The Team

Ashely Padilla

CCSS/CSW & Client Relations

I am blessed to be part of the Cornerstone Lifeworks Family. It is my hope to serve each and every client to the best of my ability. It is my goal for all of you to know you are all valued, heard and we are here for you! Jesus set an example of service and love, to which I hope to display to each of my interactions with our clients.

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Elizabeth Hatter

Lead Office Scheduler

I look forward to being blessed with more opportunities to interact with clients and to learn how to be a Godly encouragement to everyone who passes through our office. God set an example for us to follow and I strive to follow that example. ‍

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Nicole Baca

CCSS/CPSW & Office Manager

I am thankful for my ability to connect with individuals and families throughout our community to help discover the resources needed to assist them further in their journey.

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Marcos Castellano

Intake Specialist & Masters Social Worker MA, LCSW

Seeking support is a brave choice, and I am committed to meeting clients where they are emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I strive to provide a trusting, safe, and connected environment for healing. We are not alone in our challenges, and we don’t have to carry them alone.

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Dr. Carl Russell

Counselor MDIV, DMIN, MA, LPCC

Today I serve as the disaster mental health consultant for the International Federation of Chaplains (IFOC) and am a member of the New Mexico Crisis Support Team.

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William Baca

CPSW

I have a heart to help marriages and to see them being restored with Christ in the center. I also specialize with addiction, trauma and other men’s issues as well as adolescents.

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Sam Newmon

Director MA, LPCC

"Within my role as the director of Cornerstone Lifeworks, I am also one of the practicing licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC) of our dynamic team of specialists."

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Carlton “Lee” Lewis

Counselor MA, LPCC, LADAC, I.F.O.C Chaplain

I am a licensed mental health and drug and alcohol counselor in the State of New Mexico. I have been in practice 15 years, working primarily with men and am currently offering services focused on men’s issues.

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Dr. Darío Silva

Counselor MDiv, PhD, LPCC

"As a licensed professional clinical mental health counselor (LPCC), my work has been dedicated to assisting others discover their own true nature."

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Denise Garcia

Counselor MDiv, MA LPCC

My focus is to serve other military veterans and their families. Although serving the military community is my primary focus, I am certainly open and available to others seeking guidance and support.

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Amber L. Roberts

Counselor MA, LPCC

I specialize in individual and child counseling as well as adolescent issues. Through a client-centered approach, individuals are encouraged to grow spiritually and emotionally.

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Wendy Deluca

IOP Facilitator & Counselor MA, LPCC

For over 15 years I have worked with many amazing adolescents, adults, and couples to address various life struggles such as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Work Stress, Grief and Loss, Work / Life Balance, Boundary Setting, and Substance Abuse. As a Navy Veteran, I can relate to challenges faced by Military members and their families. I also have a heart for working with single women and have written many articles about finding contentment in singleness.

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Angelica Cabrera

IOP Facilitator & Counselor MA, LPCC

Throughout a person's lifetime, we will have countless seasons of joy, grief, uncertainty, and sadness. Throughout those various seasons in life, we don't have to be alone. I believe through wise counsel and reflection with a counselor, we can overcome the many challenges that life may bring with an objective perspective that promotes self-care and general well-being.

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Kelly Dugaiczyk

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist MS, LMFT

Connecting with others and feeling loved, valued, and heard is extremely important. Life is complicated but I am here to listen to your story. I am here for you as you create new experiences and make newfound goals and dreams.

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Alejandra Perea

Counselor MA, LMHC

I approach counseling from a holistic perspective, recognizing that true wellness is achieved by finding healing and balance across all aspects of life. My clinical practice is rooted in understanding, empathy, and a deep commitment to supporting each individual on their unique journey to mental and emotional well-being.

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Sara Yatsattie

Masters Social Worker MA, LMSW

One size does not fit all and this is especially true of the therapeutic process; for this reason I take an eclectic approach to support my clients. The interventions utilized are dependent on the client's therapy goals. Once these goals have been identified the most appropriate evidence based intervention will be implemented in our work together.

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Michele Alaniz

Masters Social Worker MA, LMSW

Having the courage to seek out help in times of confusion, frustration, or heartache is the most admirable thing one can do. It’s my goal to provide you with the comfort that you don’t have to walk this life alone along with the empowerment to move forward towards your own goals.

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Brandi Lewark

Counselor MA, LMHC

As the newest member of Cornerstone, I am excited to begin my journey with this team!

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