Trauma Treatment Center & Research Facility was designed with the current needs of all ages of individuals facing difficult situations in mind.  We provide services that address trauma through multiple avenues: behavioral health treatments, biophysical therapies, group therapies and classes, and core community support services.  By addressing individuals needs from multiple perspectives we can enhance the positive outcome for clients. 

As we grow in Rio Rancho we will also focus on supporting the community outside of our agency walls and plan to participate in community activities and support the needs of our clients in their community based environments.  TTC also looks forward to giving back to the city of Rio Rancho as a sponsor for different programs as TTC continues to grow. 

TTC highly values maintaining a vested interest in our employees.  Supporting their growth professionally and personally is how TTC promotes a healthy working environment that in turn supports Client growth within our facility.  As an agency the promotion of self-care is vital to TTC’s philosophy. 

Rosanne Cervantes, LMSW 

Rosanne Cervantes holds a master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University, and an undergraduate degree in Business Management and Psychology from University of Phoenix.  Rosanne has worked in the social work field for the Developmental Disabilities Waiver since 2003. She began as a Case Manager in 2009 and Court Appointed Guardian in 2018. Rosanne began working as a clinical social worker providing direct therapy through an internship beginning in 2021.

Rosanne’s experience has afforded her the opportunity to work with diverse populations that vary in ethnicity, socio economic backgrounds, multiple age groups, and people with varying abilities, physical and emotional, and medical diagnoses. Every person has their own values history, and she strongly believes in the importance of understanding and honoring those personal and cultural values in the therapeutic process.

Rosanne is a passionate mental health advocate. She believes we all deserve dignity and respect, to be able to cope with difficult times, feel in control, confident and good about ourselves. Rosanne’s therapeutic approach is person centered. She uses many interventions based on individual preference and needs, including, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy, Bowen’s Family System, Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Alexis Smith, LMHC

Alexis began her journey at Trauma Treatment Center (TTC) first as a Behavioral Health Intern while she was completing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is pleased to continue working with the team at TTC as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Alexis also holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Business Management from Augustana College, located in Illinois, where she is originally from. Alexis moved to New Mexico in 2018 because she fell in love with the land and culture and is eager to give back to our communities by providing quality, trauma-informed, mental health care. Alexis is currently trained in EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Infant Mental Health, and continues to expand her toolbox through ongoing training. Alexis is actively completing training in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and is thrilled to be able to provide CPP to support young children (ages 0-5) and their families strengthen their relationships and heal after stressful and traumatic events. Prior to her work at TTC, Alexis has a cumulative 10 years in working with children and their families in various roles including as a Behavior Management Specialist and as a Registered Behavior Technician providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with a range of developmental and neurological disorders. Although Alexis has expansive experience in working with younger individuals, Alexis enjoys working with all age ranges and a broad variety of concerns. Alexis views her role as a counselor as a privilege, as she gets to meet others on their healing journey and hear their stories.

Alexis is focused on providing trauma-informed care with diverse interests in treatment modalities in order to meet clients where they are at, with the best suited approach to help clients live their most empowered life. Alexis is thrilled to complete her internship with TTC, where a holistic approach to addressing adverse life experiences is engrained in all they do.

Jade Smith, LMHC

After overcoming childhood trauma, Jade decided that she wanted to use her adverse experiences to help others who have or are experiencing trauma. Jade obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of New Mexico in 05/2017. After graduation, Jade worked as a caregiver for the elderly, as a background investigator for security clearances, and as a registered behavior technician before deciding to go back to school to pursue a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Jade graduated with her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in 05/2024 from Walden University. While obtaining her master’s degree, Jade interned at the Youth Diagnostic and Development Center (juvenile detention center) and at A New Awakening Rio Rancho. Jade’s approach is a mixture of person-centered, existential, and cognitive behavioral therapies. Clients are encouraged to explore any distorted thinking; achieve their highest potential by focusing on self-growth and self-actualization; and find meaning in their lives by focusing on free will, self-sufficiency, and accountability.

Milan Trujillo, LMHC

Milan graduated with Bachelors of Science of Psychology and a Bachelors of Arts of Sociology from Northern Arizona University. Milan graduated with a Masters of Counseling from the University of New Mexico. He is interested in holistic models of mental health treatment and has begun training in trauma-focused therapies, Infant Mental Health, and Play Therapy. Milan is motivated to integrate culturally-based healing practices into his therapeutic approach to support the clients find healing and connection to their communities and histories in New Mexico. One of Milan's core tenants of counseling is that change and healing happen through relationship; we are able to heal as individuals and as communities when we have support, compassion, and hope. Milan has experience working with children in school setting as well as adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities. Music and writing are two of Milan's passions and hobbies. Milan brings warmth, openness and enthusiasm to his clients and invites creativity into the counseling relationship.

Somi Monju, LMSW

Somi Monju graduated with her Bachelors in 2022 and Masters in 2024 both through the school of social work at New Mexico State University and she holds a social work license in the state of New Mexico. Somi has worked in the field since 2017 working with foster and adoptive children and families general in various roles including case management and advocacy. She believes that connection and relationships provide healing, and that the therapeutic relationship is a collaboration. Somi is getting certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and has a strong understanding of attachment. Somi is excited to continue learning more interventions and modalities that will make her more well-rounded. 

Somi grew up in a multicultural home with siblings with neurodiversity, disabilities, and different racial backgrounds which provided a more well rounded lens into different experiences. More professionally, Somi has experience in working with people with disabilities, different identities, cultures, and trauma backgrounds. She currently works part time as a Behavior Consultant for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Alexa Valencia, OT 

Alexa Valencia has a Master of Occupational Therapy degree from the University Of New Mexico Occupational Therapy Graduate Program, 2023. Alexa also has a degree from the University of New Mexico in Exercise Science, 2018. Alexa has a background in working with populations of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds including school based/pediatric OT, acute care OT, trauma informed care, and orthopedic care. Alexa strives to be an inclusive, well-rounded practitioner to support people’s occupational needs, via evidence-based interventions, while also supporting a holistic approach to client’s needs.

Alexa hopes to bring joy, and fun to the TTC clients she serves, while helping them reach their goals. Alexa uses client centered care to create interventions using occupations that are meaningful to clients. This collaborative process allows Alexa to best serve client needs, and also make meaningful gains in life skills.

Samantha Stokes-Noland, Master Social Worker Intern

Samantha is currently enrolled in the Master of Social Work program at New Mexico State University. Samantha received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. She is a New Mexico native and is passionate about serving her community.  Samantha has been trained in crisis prevention and intervention (CPI) and the nurtured heart approach (NH). 

Samantha offers a compassionate and safe space for clients to explore their emotions and adverse life experiences. She seeks to empower clients as they navigate their healing process, respecting their unique experiences and supporting their growth. Beyond her work at TTC, Samantha loves to spend her time reading, traveling, and exploring New Mexico with her two dogs.

Sarah Ayoub, Master Social Worker Intern

 Sarah is a Master of Social Work student from the University of Central Florida in her final year. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has worked to integrate her yoga and mindfulness background into the psychology field. She has experience creating and facilitating groups in Recreational Therapy, Trauma Informed Yoga, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction with certifications from Jack Kornfield, Tara Brach, and Palouse Mindfulness. Utilizing these skills, Sarah has worked with a variety of populations including the incarcerated, veterans, at-risk youth, inpatient mental health, intensive outpatient, and those in recovery. Through this experience, Sarah has learned how to meet people where they are with respect, warmth, and empowerment.