Luz Anima
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Trauma Therapist & Astrocartographer Guiding You to Your Inner Light

Body-based trauma therapy for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ adults, in person in Albuquerque or virtually across New Mexico. Plus, online astrocartography readings for anyone, anywhere.

 

A Safe, Affirming Space for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ Healing

Many of us learned to survive in systems never built for us. That survival can live in the body as tension, exhaustion, or chronic pain. Sometimes it’s passed down through generations.

As a queer BIPOC therapist, I offer inclusive support where you never have to explain or shrink yourself. Sessions are in English or Spanish, so you can heal in the language that feels like home. Together, we work toward a deeper sense of safety, hope, and choice in your life.

You’ve fought hard to get here. ¡Qué luchones! Now it’s time to move beyond survival and toward thriving.

 

Ways to Work Together

Trauma Somatic Therapy

Trauma can live in the body long after it ends. Somatic therapy helps your nervous system feel safe again through body awareness and gentle, consent-based touch. I also use approaches like Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and EMDR. Sessions are in Albuquerque or online across New Mexico.

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Psychedelic Integration

Psychedelic experiences can bring up powerful insights, emotions, and questions. Integration therapy gives you a safe space to make sense of your journey and carry what you learned into daily life. Sessions are for people who've had psychedelic experiences outside my practice.

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Astrocartography Readings

Your birth chart connects you to specific places on Earth. An astrocartography reading shows where you may thrive in love, career, travel, or a new home. It can help guide your next big move, trip, or fresh start. Readings are virtual and open to anyone, wherever you live.

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A Unique Approach to Touch-Based Trauma Therapy

As a trauma therapist, I’m one of a handful of practitioners in Albuquerque offering touch-based somatic therapy at this level. Some trauma is hard to reach only through words, especially when it happened early in life. Gentle, attuned touch helps your body process what talking alone can’t. Touch is always your choice and is only used with your consent. This work is often a great fit for people who still feel stuck after trying traditional therapy.

 

Therapy in Albuquerque and Online Across New Mexico

I offer therapy in person in Albuquerque and online anywhere in New Mexico. Touch-based work happens in person. For online trauma therapy, I use approaches like Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and EMDR, which work well virtually.

Many of the people I work with learned to be the strong one. They’re often first-generation, hyper-independent, or always caring for others. I help with complex PTSD, childhood trauma, grief, relationship trauma, and immigration trauma. I also support people with body symptoms like insomnia, migraines, and autoimmune issues.

 

Meet Jessica

Hi, I’m Jessica! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10+ years of experience and a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I’ve also earned certifications in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and locational astrocartography.

I grew up in El Paso as a queer, first-generation Mexican-American. Living between cultures and languages shaped how I see healing. It showed me how systems of oppression affect our minds and bodies. Today, I blend that lived experience

Jessica Pinera, trauma therapist, sitting outside and smiling
 

FAQs About Working Together

 

Ready to Explore Your Inner Light?

Take the first step toward healing, clarity, and a life that feels true to you.