Kevin Aldrich, MA, LMHC
About
I have experience with many different kinds of issues, from anger and anxiety, to depression, family issues, and serious mental illness. I have a positive outlook, and a cheerful disposition, and am here to listen, support, guide, and help as is needed. I have helped many people in life make major changes, and I may be able to help you too!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I generally try to listen and see what is actually going on with the client right now. I will ask some clarifying questions, and get a feel for what they want to work on. The time usually flies, so I'll try to end off with some goals or some focus points to reflect on or use for the rest of the next week.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Without trying to brag, I went to one of the better counseling psychology schools in the country/world, at least in my opinion. Much of my training goes back to that, but I've worked with many kinds of clients over the years, and have a feel for what the client needs. I think that's actually part of the work that is often missing, therapists tend to stay where they are comfortable, without being brave or willing to go with where the client wants and ultimately needs to go.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
I have a sliding scale, depending upon how much my client earns. I do not accept insurance unfortunately, but I am incredibly flexible, and am able to work with almost everyone.
How did you get started in this business?
I worked in Asia a lot, and when the tsunami in Japan came in 2011, I decided to leave Japan and become a counselor. I'd been thinking about it for a long time actually.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I've seen folks with substance use issues, marital issues, parenting problems, family problems, all the way to domestic violece, developmental disabilities, autism, and some associative identity disorder stuff. There are many people who are actually improperly diagnosed these days, as a result of the get 'em in get 'em out style of counseling in New Mexico for the last ten years or so. I'm happy with the people I work with, no matter what they are going through.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I just went out to coffee with my father, and he was talking about his work as a university professor, and he seemed so happy to be with me. He's getting older, and he was telling me about his dad, which he never does much. So, it was a cool experience.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
I would say, if you aren't sure within the first two meetings or so, then you are sure that you aren't sure, and to move on. I've found that people will stick with counselors for fear of not wanting to go the distance with a "new" one. There are many good ones, and many who I personally would never go to.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
I think you need to think about how long you want to spend on a particular issue. I think that changes the approach sometimes. Sometimes counselors fear to dive into issues because they don't want to push, and rightly so. But then, we need to be aware of how long a client really actually wants, or even has, to sort an issue out.