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Margarita Araiza-Johnston

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I graduated with a BA in Sociology/Anthropology and a Minor in French from the University of Redlands. After working with children and families in Illinois and California, I went back to school and earned my Masters in Social Work from Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. I worked as a social worker in Hospice and as a suicide and crisis counselor in Louisiana. I completed a program in the Theory and Practice of Mediation and Theory and Practice of Family Law Mediation. My areas of expertise include assessment, child abuse and neglect, bilingual therapy, family systems, domestic violence, crisis counseling, and suicide prevention. I offer compassionate and insightful therapy for people experiencing a broad range of issues, including LGBTQ+ issues.

Years Experience: 10
Location: New Mexico, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1821232984
Credentials: HI LCSW LCSW-4991, UT LCSW 13322972-3501
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Licenses: LCSW (New Mexico) #C-06992 exp 2026-06-30 • LCSW (Hawaii) #LCSW-4991 exp 2028-06-30 • LCSW (Utah) #13322972-3501 exp 2026-09-30 • LCSW (Oregon) #L14477 exp 2025-12-30 • LICSW (Washington) #LW 61494715 exp 2025-11-11 • LCSW (California) #121394 exp 2026-03-31
List of Specialties: Family, Parenting, Depression, Coping with life changes, Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Spanish, Female therapist, Gay
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Margarita Araiza-Johnston

Compassionate therapist for families and individuals
  • Family systems focus
  • Bilingual English-Spanish
  • 10 years experience

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About

Margarita Araiza-Johnston holds a BA in Sociology and Anthropology with a minor in French from the University of Redlands. After early work supporting children and families in Illinois and California, she earned a Master of Social Work from Tulane University in New Orleans.

Her clinical background includes work as a hospice social worker and as a suicide and crisis counselor in Louisiana. She also completed formal study in mediation, including coursework in the theory and practice of mediation and family law mediation.

Margarita brings expertise in assessment, child abuse and neglect, bilingual therapy, family systems, domestic violence, crisis counseling, and suicide prevention. She also works with family conflicts, parenting concerns, depression, coping with life changes, stress and anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, grief, anger management, self-esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Licensed as a clinical social worker in both Hawaii and Utah, she provides compassionate, insightful therapy aimed at helping people navigate a wide range of challenges, including issues affecting LGBTQ+ individuals and families.

Location: New Mexico, United States
Years Experience: 10
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Other areas of experience: Intimacy-related issues

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: HI LCSW LCSW-4991, UT LCSW 13322972-3501
  • NPI Number: 1821232984
  • License: LCSW (New Mexico) #C-06992 exp 2026-06-30 • LCSW (Hawaii) #LCSW-4991 exp 2028-06-30 • LCSW (Utah) #13322972-3501 exp 2026-09-30 • LCSW (Oregon) #L14477 exp 2025-12-30 • LICSW (Washington) #LW 61494715 exp 2025-11-11 • LCSW (California) #121394 exp 2026-03-31

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One major benefit is flexibility – clients can choose the format that works best for them, whether that is video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, or messaging. This range of options makes it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments.

All therapists are licensed professionals, and clients may switch therapists if they feel a different match would be better. Online therapy offers a practical, accessible way to pursue help for a wide range of emotional and relational concerns.

How much experience does Margarita Araiza-Johnston have?

Margarita Araiza-Johnston has 10 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Margarita Araiza-Johnston a licensed therapist?

Yes. Margarita Araiza-Johnston is a licensed therapist with credentials in Hawaii and Utah (HI LCSW LCSW-4991, UT LCSW 13322972-3501).

In which languages does Margarita Araiza-Johnston provide therapy?

Margarita Araiza-Johnston provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Margarita Araiza-Johnston located?

Margarita Araiza-Johnston is located in New Mexico.

How can I work with Margarita Araiza-Johnston as my therapist?

Clients can work with Margarita Araiza-Johnston by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Margarita Araiza-Johnston cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that may be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire used to match you with Margarita Araiza-Johnston. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule an initial session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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