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Lance Lashley

Practical, compassionate therapy for mood and stress

LCSW, LISW New Mexico

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English
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About Lance

Lance Lashley is a licensed clinical social worker with practice credentials in both New Mexico and Iowa, holding LCSW and LISW designations.

Background and approach

With six years of professional experience, he focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, relationship difficulties, and issues related to LGBT identity and gender dysphoria. He also works with a range of related struggles such as substance use, mood and personality concerns, body image, chronic illness, and feelings of isolation.

He combines practical, evidence-informed methods with a respectful and compassionate stance, shaping conversations and treatment plans to the needs of each person. His approach blends cognitive behavioral techniques with skills-based strategies and insight-oriented work to address both immediate coping and longer-term patterns.

Lance emphasizes collaboration, meeting clients where they are and supporting the courage it takes to pursue a more satisfying life. Based in New Mexico and fluent in English, he offers multiple ways to engage, including live video, phone, chat, and text messaging.

He frames therapy as a tailored process and aims to provide thoughtful, individualized support while helping clients identify achievable steps toward their goals.

Integrating evidence-based approaches into online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and daily functioning; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills training in areas like emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to help manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to explore which methods fit their needs and goals, adjusting techniques over time so the plan reflects personal preferences and practical outcomes rather than a single fixed method.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to stay connected through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy schedules, revisit tools between meetings, and maintain momentum from wherever the client is located in New Mexico. Licensed professionals can use these options to blend skills practice, short check-ins, and deeper sessions to support steady progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Lance address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, and LGBT-related issues, along with related areas such as substance use, body image, and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
His style blends practical, evidence-informed techniques with empathic listening, using methods like CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, and solution-focused approaches as appropriate.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience practicing as a licensed clinical social worker and provides care informed by that background.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
He is licensed in New Mexico and Iowa with credentials LCSW and LISW and practices from New Mexico.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Services are provided in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for working together?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost determined for therapy sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAvoidant personalityBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGender dysphoriaIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

New Mexico, Iowa

Languages

English