
Guidance Center of Lea County was first established in 1971 as a Crisis Line in a small house on Dal Paso Street in Hobbs, New Mexico. Over fifty years later, Guidance Center has grown to offer 26 unique behavioral health services throughout Southeastern New Mexico.
Our Mission
“To advance transformative whole health wellness anchored in powerful insights and healing journeys.”
Our Vision
“Creating an inclusive world where all people THRIVE.”
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of an increasingly diverse, changing world. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are powerful values that guide our organizational identity. Our ownership of these values is unwavering – regardless of our work duty or location, and paramount to achieving our mission and improving impact.
Meet Our Board
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Dixie Rosier
PRESIDENT
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Dennis Holmberg
VICE PRESIDENT
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Joe Cotton
DIRECTOR
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Brian Arnold
DIRECTOR
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August Fons
DIRECTOR
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Pat Taylor
DIRECTOR
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Sergio Polanco
DIRECTOR
Introducing our new CEO
We are thrilled to introduce Nichole Chambers, LCSW, as the new CEO of Guidance Center of Lea County, Inc.
With a distinguished career in clinical services management and a passion for community engagement, Ms. Chambers brings a wealth of experience and a visionary approach to her new role.
She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from New Mexico State University and a Master of Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University, showcasing her robust educational background and ensuring her qualifications and expertise.
Her leadership has been instrumental in securing substantial funding for youth services and integrating innovative practices like virtual reality-based therapy.
Join us in welcoming Nichole as she leads our agency toward a future of excellence and innovation in mental health care.
Meet the rest of our Leadership Team
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Gloria Munoz
Chief Financial Officer
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Kristi Hinijos
Director of Community Services
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Jessica Tavarez
Human Resources Director
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Wendy Gaines
Director of Quality Improvement
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Michael Mitchell
IT Director
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Diana Jimenez
Executive Assistant to the CEO