WELCOME

Welcome to the websites of www.santafecouples.com and www.carolmachendrie.com.

I am a prominent couples therapist in Santa Fe, New Mexico providing three-five day intensive therapeutic experiences as well as ongoing couples counseling. Three decades of experience in couples and individual therapy inform my unique approach Six Directions Couples Therapy.

My focus is to help you create the relationship and life that reflects your authentic values and beliefs. In our teamwork I listen carefully to your intentions and goals to make the changes you desire. My strength based integrative approach is tailored to meet the unique expression of your relationship.

COUPLES INTENSIVES

Sometimes we need to step out of the ordinary to experience the extraordinary possibilities that are before us. They become revealed when we drop our routine and rote ways of being together. We open our eyes to new landscapes, leave the business of our lives and descend into the depth of our being.

Santa Fe has long been known for its healing energy. The light has drawn artists for centuries and seekers have flocked to experience the City Different. Held by the extraordinary landscape nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, we utilize our natural environment to hold and care for you and your relationship.

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CLINICAL SERVICES

Couples Intensives, Weekly Couples, and Individual Psychotherapy

• couples counseling including couples intensives.
• ADHD adults and partners treatment for depression and anxiety.
• addiction and recovery.
• life stage transitions.
• depression and anxiety.
• work and career issues.
• grief and bereavement.
• chronic illness.
• stress management.

Carol MacHendrie, LISW

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker living and practicing in Santa Fe for the past 33 years. I continue to work primarily with couples although I have worked extensively with individuals and groups throughout my career. My areas of specialization include: couples on the brink of divorce; couples experiencing infidelity (romantic relationships, emotional affairs, financial infidelity); couples where one or both partners have ADHD; couples in recovery; and couples experiencing illness or loss.

A passionate speaker and teacher I have taught and presented internationally to audiences of professionals, general public and in the workplace. I have been on the faculty of Syracuse University, College of Santa Fe, and St. Eustatius School of Medicine.

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ENDORSEMENTS

"My husband and I came to know Carol several months ago, as we were experiencing trauma in our marriage. Due to a devastating personal event that changed the path of our lives, we were separated and feeling hopeless and alone. In stepped Carol. As we grew to know her, she helped us regain the balance, strength and courage to go forward in our lives together. I don't know if we would have made it without her help. We are forever in her debt."

JP

"Ms. Carol was a highly energetic, enthusiastic and dedicated medical psychology professor. Her clinical experience and correlations were exactly what I needed to help me master my knowledge of psychology."

Laura Wright MD

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