Owner & CEO (She/Her)

Courtney Lewis specializes in the treatment of children. Courtney provides administrative and clinical direction, as well as, clinical supervision at Small Steps.  She treats clients through play therapy, infant mental health home visiting, Circle of Security Parenting Classes and Theraplay family treatment.  Much of her treatment has focused on traumatized children and poorly attached children. Courtney has earned credentials through the Association for Play Therapy as a Registered Play Therapist and is Endorsed as an Infant Mental Health Specialist…

Clinical Director (She/Her)

Allyson Randall is an independently licensed clinician and has been with Small Steps since 2017 following her graduation from New Mexico Highlands University with a dual degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of New Mexico in Family Studies. Allyson is currently trained to provide services including Circle of Security Parenting, Cooperative Coparenting, Parent Management Training, and individual therapy aimed at Maternal Mental Health. Allyson is a compassionate and empathetic clinician dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to children and their caregivers…

Financial Director (She/Her)

Lorrie DeLoach joined Small Steps in 2018 and has been a vital part of our continued success. With her deep knowledge and understanding of financial management, Lorrie has helped ensure the long-term stability and growth of Small Steps, allowing us to remain a trusted and valued resource in our community. Her thoughtful leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to our mission support our ability to provide accessible, high-quality care to the families we serve…

Infant Mental Health Program Supervisor (She/Her)

Leandra Lomosad Anderson is an independently licensed mental health clinician and supervisor to clinicians and interns who has worked at Small Steps since 2013. Leandra earned a B. A. in Psychology, with a minor in Dance Education at Baylor University and then completed a M. S. in Counseling Psychology with Tarleton State University, while living in Texas. Within treatment, Leandra seeks to provide a highly skilled, reflective, and supportive therapeutic environment. Leandra’s approach supports the individual and families to come together, make meaning, and shift into new ways of being in relationships and within our own bodies…

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Program Supervisory (He/Him)

Brian Mabary obtained his master’s degree in social work from the University of Louisville, Kentucky in 2018. Brian entered the field practicing in an out-patient psychotherapy setting. Following his passions for clinical work and to truly help others, Brian was offered a position at Small Steps to continue that work. Brian’s clinical focus is on the person and their environment, recognizing that healing can be optimized by focusing on the individuals that make up that family system. Brian’s passion is in helping others navigate their trauma, emotions, or obstacles to help them arrive at their goals healthier and happier…

Clinician (She/Her)

Gemma Majewski MA LPCC, ATR specializes in art and play therapy. She first began her journey with Small Steps in 2020 as an Intern and graduated from Southwestern College NM in 2021. Gemma is a retired Air Force spouse from England and has lived in New Mexico since July 2017. Prior to immigrating to America she gained her bachelor’s degree (with honors) in Psychology with the Open University (UK), and a Post Graduate Diploma in Play and expressive arts therapy (UK). She is practiced in working with children and their families who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, autism, physical and developmental disabilities, adoption, attachment issues and military life including deployment cycles…

Clinician (She/Her)

Shantell Moreno received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies from the University of New Mexico in 2017, and her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from New Mexico Highlands University in 2021. Shantell is currently rostered in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), and is also trained to provide Circle of Security Parenting, and Parent Management Training. Shantell has vast experience working with children, adolescents and adults, but primarily focuses on ages 0-8. Due to each family having their own individual needs, modalities are adjusted when needed but with this age range she finds that play is the best form of communication for a child…

Clinician (They/Them)

Cassidy (Cas) Rice received their Masters of Social Work from the University of Texas in Arlington in 2018 and their Bachelors of Social Work from the University of North Texas in 2016. Cas worked doing primarily play therapy with a foster care agency in Texas for four years before moving to Albuquerque in 2023. Cas is excited to work with the whole family at Small Steps, helping parents to relate and understand their children better to improve their relationship and help the whole family feel empowered and secure with each other…

Clinician

Meghan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a deep passion for supporting children and families through healing. She graduated in 2018 from Wayland Baptist University with a Master’s in Counseling and has been working with children and their caregivers ever since. Meghan is also proudly endorsed as an Infant Mental Health Specialist. Meghan started with Small Steps in 2019 and works extensively with infants, children and their caregivers to support families affected by life changes, stress, and trauma…

Clinician (She/Her)

Karla Trevizo graduated from Eastern New Mexico University in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science Psychology and in 2017 with a Masters in Counseling. She is currently a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and is bilingual. Karla has started training with the Sand Tray Training Institute of New Mexico. She also wishes to be a Registered Play Therapist and an Infant Mental Health Specialist. Karla has experience working with children and adolescents with varied diagnosis. Karla strongly believes in how essential play is for communication with children. She wishes to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients and their families…

Clinician (He/Him)

Chris has lived in New Mexico most of his life. He graduated Cum Laude from UNM in 2005 with a B.A. in Sociology and a minor in Social Welfare. He knew that he wanted to go into social work after chasing his dream of writing and playing music, focusing on becoming a better musician for the next decade. In 2016, he went back to school to attain a Master’s in Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University, which he achieved in 2018…

Clinician (She/Her)

Latricia Redhair is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She is Diné (Navajo). Latricia earned her master's degree from New Mexico Highlands University. Latricia has experience in social work as a home visitor in several New Mexico counties and local tribal communities. Latricia has collaborated with children, teens, and families to heal from trauma, find local resources, and connect to community. Latricia enjoys using strengths-based and client-centered approaches. She is a Circle of Security Facilitator…

Clinician (She/Her)

Elena Spafford is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She received her dual Masters of Social Work and Masters of Public Health from New Mexico State University in 2024, and her Bachelor’s degree in Community Art and Urban Studies from Wheaton College in 2018. Elena has experience working in the behavioral health field with families at shelters and elementary schools in Denver, Phoenix, and Albuquerque. She began her time at Small Steps as an intern before joining as a staff member. Elena grew up in Albuquerque and is dedicated to working for the good of the city. As a social worker, she works from a systems perspective that recognizes our situations are connected to the larger systems we are part of…

Clinician

Morgan earned her Masters in Counseling from the University of New Mexico and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New Mexico. She completed her clinical training at Manzanita Counseling Center and Small Steps Child Counseling, where she provided therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Morgan has experience working with adults and children ages 3+ in both individual and family settings. She integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, art, and play therapy techniques…

Client Intake Coordinator (She/Her)

Julie Orona has been supporting clients and clinicians with Small Steps since 2015. Julie will kindly and efficiently guide you through our services to help match your family with the best support possible spanning from family, individual, and group therapy modalities. Julie has been a mentor for the Albuquerque Big Brothers Big Sisters where she invests in our local youth and builds relationships within the community. Julie is also a student of the Center for Action and Contemplation where she pursues studies in spirituality, meditation, and humanitarian issues. She also works annually with the New Mexico Autism Society in supporting families to access the services they require to thrive…

Billing Specialist

Katie Neville, our billing specialist, has been working for Small Steps since January of 2015. She obtained her certificate in billing and coding in 2014 and stays up to date with the ever changing codes and protocols for medical billing. Katie’s time is mostly spent behind the scenes processing claims and aging and advocating for our clients when denials come our way. It takes a special person to be a liaison for our agency and our clients when dealing with insurance companies. Katie does this with great efficiency and follow through. She is on the phone with provider reps on a daily basis making sure everyone including our clients and office administration receive correct information…

Administrative Assistant (She/Her)

Emily Bracken is the administrative assistant at Small Steps. Starting in 2023, she brings 13+ years of experience. She is one of the first points of contact and helps to keep the office running smoothly. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Emily believes in the vision of Small Steps in helping the children and families of New Mexico…