Photo: Shannon Benally,  LMHC, LSAA

Shannon Benally, LMHC, LSAA

  • Counselor/Social Worker


Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, University of New Mexico

  • Bachelor's Degree in Native American Studies, University of New Mexico

  • Master's Degree in Counseling with an Emphasis in Clinical Mental Health, New Mexico Highlands University

Certifications

  • LMHC – Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • LSAA – Licensed Substance Abuse Associate

Interests

  • Management of Anxiety and Depression

  • Grief & Loss

  • Crisis and Trauma Informed Care

  • Equine Therapy

  • Art Therapy

  • Addiction

  • Emotion & Attachment

  • Eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health illness and counseling


"I appreciate all the opportunities I have to empower, motivate and support our students in a meaningful and helpful way, so that they can reach and even exceed their educational and career goals."