Welcome from the Executive Director – NASW New Mexico Chapter

Welcome! I’m truly honored to serve alongside each of you as we work to grow and strengthen the New Mexico Chapter of NASW.

My name is Lauren Gomez, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in mental health, advocacy, and leadership. I’m the founder and CEO of High Desert Healing, an outpatient wellness clinic in Albuquerque offering therapy, TMS, and integrative healing services. I also serve as the Chief Clinical Officer of The Pines Institute, a nonprofit residential treatment center focused on long-term recovery. Currently, I have the privilege of serving as the Executive Director of NASW-NM.

I’m deeply committed to rebuilding this chapter into a thriving, connected, and inclusive space for social workers at every stage of their careers. My focus includes expanding CEU access, increasing statewide engagement, promoting culturally responsive care, and uplifting the voices of rural and early career professionals.

I genuinely look forward to connecting with each of you, your insight, experience, and feedback will help shape the direction of our work together. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m excited for what we can build as a team!

Warmly,
Lauren Gomez, LCSW