New Mexico Behavioral Health Training Associates

EVELYN SANDEEN, PHD, ABPP, received her BA from the University of Notre Dame and her PhD in clinical psychology from Stony Brook University (previously SUNY Stony Brook) and is board-certified in clinical psychology. She served as a Training Director for doctoral psychology internships and postdoctoral fellowships in the VA system and now has a psychotherapy and consultation practice in Albuquerque (www.evelynsandeen.com). Evelyn has published in the areas of case conceptualization, cultural competence, and clinical supervision. Clinically, she has extensive experience with psychological trauma, substance-use disorders, personality disorders, and anxiety disorders. Evelyn has a psychotherapy practice in which she specializes in working with high- functioning adults who have experienced difficult childhoods or other challenges. See her personal website for more information www.evelynsandeen.com She has a drop-in consultation group every Tuesday from noon-1:00 which is open to any independently licensed behavioral health professional. The cost of this group is $25 a session. Register for this group by 5:00pm the day before by emailing her at [email protected] and attaching a photo of your current license if you are new to the group. Evelyn can provide behavioral health trainings for your clinic or organization or offer professional consultation on an individual or clinic-based level. Visit her personal website www.evelynsandeen.com for more information and email her at [email protected] to set up a phone or video chat.

Michelle Ball is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who grew up in rural Northern New Mexico and is currently practicing in the Albuquerque area. She received her MSSW from the University of Texas with a clinical concentration. She has worked in a wide variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, residential, homeless programs, disability services and educational sites. Michelle has served as a case manager, therapist, coordinator and clinical supervisor. Michelle utilizes a holistic approach in her practice and is particularly interested and versed in Polyvagal Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Somatic Techniques. She is passionate about supporting mental health professionals in building practical skills to enhance their effectiveness, confidence and expertise in providing quality care to New Mexicans. This passion was the catalyst in the co-creation of NMBHTA with co-founder Dr. Evelyn Sandeen. Contact her with questions or training suggestions at [email protected]