Provider records sourced from NPPES (CMS National Plan & Provider Enumeration System). Data current as of August 10, 2026.
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Heather Sands, PHD, LPCC

Individual provider Mental Health Counselor · NPI 1568753465

Heather Sands, PHD, LPCC is a Mental Health Counselor in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Qualified in 2021, 5 years ago. Practices as a sole proprietor.

Years since qualifying
5
In the registry since
2011
What do these letters mean?
PHD — Doctor of Philosophy
A research doctorate. In healthcare it usually sits alongside a clinical licence.
LPCC — Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
The title some states use for a licensed clinical counsellor.

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Practice location Address checks out

2021 Alhambra Ave SW
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1401
Phone: (505) 328-2054
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Specialties & licences

Mental Health Counselor (primary) Taxonomy 101YM0800X

Record details

NPI number1568753465
Entity typeIndividual (Type 1)
GenderFemale
Credentials PHD , LPCC
Sole proprietorYes
NPI enumeratedApril 26, 2011
Last updated in NPPESJuly 7, 2026
Certification dateJuly 7, 2026

Medicare enrollment

From the CMS Doctors & Clinicians file — this clinician is enrolled in Medicare.

Medicare specialtyMENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Medical schoolOTHER
Graduated 2021 (5 years in practice)
Accepts Medicare assignment Not indicated
Practice locations2 on file with Medicare

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