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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Merion
LCSW in New Mexico with 30 years of experience, Merion Haworth helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, depression, and ADHD. She works with clients who also have concerns related to aging, blended family dynamics, cancer, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, mood disorders, obsessions and compulsions, panic, pregnancy and childbirth, SAD, and social anxiety. Sessions are conducted in English and informed by several therapeutic approaches the therapist uses in practice.
Merion integrates client-centered methods with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy. She also draws on motivational interviewing to support change and psychodynamic ideas to consider how past patterns affect current behavior. Solution-focused work appears when the focus is on clear, short-term goals.
In sessions she aims to listen and respond to what each person brings. Conversations go at the client’s pace and focus on immediate concerns and next steps. This may include identifying thought patterns that increase anxiety, practicing communication skills for difficult conversations, or setting manageable goals to reduce stress.
Her background includes long-term work in school settings and community practice across New Mexico. The listing notes a Christian perspective is part of her practice when relevant to the client. She recommends people confirm current session formats before booking.
Cost varies by location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the client brings. It helps with anxiety, relationship stress, and adjustment by centering the conversation on the client's perspective and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to reduce symptoms such as panic, depression, and social anxiety. Motivational Interviewing boosts readiness for change by exploring ambivalence and supporting client-driven goals.Deciding which approach to use is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with the client to test methods, track what helps, and adjust the plan based on goals and preferences. Early sessions often focus on immediate concerns and on choosing strategies that fit daily life.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for focused check-ins during breaks. Some approaches, like CBT, lend themselves well to brief skill practice that fits between obligations, while client-centered work may use longer conversations to address complex emotional issues.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and ADHD, plus related areas like grief, isolation, and communication problems.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her practice uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy depending on the client's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of professional experience, including long-term work in school settings and community practice in New Mexico.
What credential and location apply?
She is an LCSW licensed in New Mexico and practices with that credential within the state.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.