Psychology Division

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Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy services are available for individuals experiencing life stressors, trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, interpersonal problems, difficulty adjusting to health concerns, and other problems. Psychotherapy is provided by licensed psychologists, as well as psychology interns and post-doctoral fellows with advanced training. Therapists use a range of approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution-focused therapy, and other evidence-based psychotherapies. Psychotherapy appointments can be made by calling (915) 215-5850.

 

The Psychology division has collaborated with various departments within Texas Tech Health El Paso, University Medical Center, and El Paso Psychiatric Center to provide wellness sessions for staff, faculty, and trainees. The topics of these sessions range from incorporating mindfulness and managing stress to coping with grief. 

Dr. Longhurst is a behavioral health specialist who works in collaboration with residents and faculty at the Family and Community Medicine Kenworthy Clinic to address patients’ physical health problems and behavioral health needs during their primary care visits.

Employee, Resident, and Student Assistance Program

Texas Tech Health El Paso recognizes that personal problems can have a direct and adverse impact on an individual's job performance and education. The Department of Psychiatry provides confidential, on-site counseling services to employees, residents, students, and immediate family members living in their households. These services are intended to help with a variety of personal issues including relational, family, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral concerns.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
For EAP appointments call:
(915) 215-6255

EAP Brochure

For requesting health records: 
 
Texas Tech Health El Paso Medical Records Phone Number: 915-215-4482 
 
For filing a complaint with Licensing Authority: *Please link the attached form, please name it "Complaint Form"* 
Complaints must be submitted using the Council’s complaint form. The completed form can be sent by email to Enforcement@bhec.texas.gov or by mail to 1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 7.300, Austin, Texas 78701. 
 
Filing a complaint with AG Office (per 181.03): 
 
https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection/file-consumer-complaint 
 
https://consumerprotection.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumercomplaintportal/s/