About Ellen Durant, LMFT
Providing counseling for individuals in-person in Taos, NM and online across New Mexico.
Hi, I’m Ellen Durant. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals who have trouble communicating in their relationships and tend to look over their own needs for the sake of others. My goal is to help you stop feeling out of control and start helping you make progress towards your goals.
My Journey To Becoming A Therapist
I always thought I would be an engineer or be in some “hard” science career. After some trial and error I found that what is truly important to me in my work is being able to directly help people and programs. Bonus points if the work itself aims at treating root causes and encourages people to be themselves. As I’ve grown as a therapist, I’ve appreciated the impact therapy can have on my clients and the world.
Helping People Lets Me Be Who I Truly Am
Being a therapist is a privilege. I love helping people discover what they want in life and empowering them to realize their dreams and watching them transform their lives. The most rewarding thing about being a therapist is getting to support someone else through their growth. I am committed to helping you make progress towards your goals.
I Have A Real Interest In Helping Others And Bring Curiosity And Acceptance To Sessions
I have a natural ability to:
- Reflect people’s thoughts back to them
- Help people feel comfortable, while also challenging them to grow
- Collaborate with people to set goals and help them reach them
- Be flexible on the path of discovering what’s going on
People who know me often say that I am a good listener who can help people feel heard and understood which helps people feel seen and start to heal.
Our Sessions Are Focused On You
Sessions will provide you with the space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals. In feeling safe and comfortable, you’ll be able to gain clarity and be understood and heard.
It’s important to me to ensure that the process is collaborative and provides a non-judgmental space where you can grow and be yourself. There isn’t a “one size fits all” approach to counseling. Our sessions will fit your specific needs and concerns.
As A Therapist, I Embrace The Following Philosophies
- I believe that empathy can change the world
- I believe that you are worthy of love and care
- I believe that sometimes small steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps in the end
- I believe that loving and accepting ourselves for who we are, scars and all, is one of the most courageous things we can do
- I believe that trust and healthy relationships are possible and potentially essential to a fulfilling life
My Professional Background
I am the co-founder of Belong and a Master’s level marriage and family therapist. I earned a Bachelors of Arts in Mathematics with a minor in Women’s Studies (now Women’s and Gender Studies) and a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy with an emphasis in Addiction. My education and clinical experience center around relationships, trauma, and addiction. My approach to sustainable growth and recovery for clients blends skill building, reflective practice, and systems awareness.
My areas of expertise include: Addiction, Anxiety, Communication, Depression, LGBTQ+, Relationship Issues as an individual
Let’s Discover How I Can Help
Start living in the moment and enjoying it. Reach out and let us know that I could be your best fit therapist.
When you reach out, you’ll talk to our intake coordinator. You can share what’s going on for you, ask any questions you may have, and get scheduled in for your first session with me.
Fill out the contact form today to get started. I’m here for you.