Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
1350 Jackie Road SE
Suite 104
Rio Rancho, NM
87124
Top reviews
Sara is one of the best things that happened for me in 2025. I have never felt accepted as much as I do with Sara. I deeply appreciate who she is and how she interacts with me.
Sara is professional, highly educated and empathetic to the needs of her clients. She really listens and responds to their concerns with action and suggestions. Thank you for having her on the team!
Sara Ornelas, PMHNP-BC, MSN, APRN, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate mental health care at Guadalupe Psychiatric and Mental Health Services in Los Lunas, Albuquerque, and Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Sara earned her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Texas at El Paso and brings more than 26 years of experience in the healthcare field.
Throughout her career, Sara has supported individuals navigating a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Her clinical approach emphasizes individualized treatment planning, careful medication management when appropriate, and evidence-based therapeutic strategies tailored to each patient’s needs.
At Guadalupe Psychiatric & Mental Health Services, Sara works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, comprehensive behavioral health support. She is known for creating a welcoming and respectful environment where patients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.
Sara is committed to ongoing professional growth and clinical excellence, staying informed on evolving psychiatric care standards and best practices. Her goal is to help patients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and achieve lasting mental health stability through thoughtful, patient-centered care.
ADHD
Anxiety
Child Psychiatry
Geriatric Mental Health
Mood Disorders
PTSD
Schizophrenia
Spravato™
TMS
Locations (4)
Guadalupe Psychiatric and Mental Health Services
431 Luna Ave
Los Lunas, NM, 87031
3901 Georgia st
NE suite C 1
Albuquerque, NM, 87110
1350 Jackie Road SE
Suite 104
Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
Sara M. Ornelas
7137 Copper Town Drive
El Paso, TX, 79934
More About Sara Ornelas
Practices
Guadalupe Psychiatric and Mental Health Services
Specialties
Insurance
NPI Number
1891559910
Reviews
She’s always so kind and amazing, I’m so glad I found someone who listened to my concerns got me to a place where I want to do things
Ms. Ornelas provides professional, sensitive and empathetic therapy during our sessions. I am grateful for her suggestions and feedback. Mary NICKLESS
Sara is such a beautiful person she's so kind , caring and asks good questions. We look forward to our next visit ☺️
Sara is very intuitive and compassionate. She guides you to figure things out.
I appreciate the care and support Sara gives every time I meet with her. She’s very respectful and caring towards my needs. She’s the very best.
Sara is very patient and kind. We’ve been working together to find what works for me. We’ve been making progress and I’m feeling very hopeful and productive.
Sara is a very nice lady we felt very comfortable talking to her 😀
Very thorough and kind. My teenage daughter felt comfortable and heard throughout the entire visit. Great provider.
Sara is just who I needed.
Sara is a great therapist whose nursing background makes her able to explain the various mental health medications’ effects and interactions. She is smart and empathetic. She knows how to provide coping skills.
Sara is wonderful. I'm so pleased that she meet with me. She is awesome!!
Sara is professional, highly educated and empathetic to the needs of her clients. She really listens and responds to their concerns with action and suggestions. Thank you for having her on the team!
Sara is one of the best things that happened for me in 2025. I have never felt accepted as much as I do with Sara. I deeply appreciate who she is and how she interacts with me.
Always very helpful , and for once a provider who listens and make things happen, to make you feel better
Always a good talk with Miss Ornelas. She makes me feel at such peace. Reminds me of my mother. She's the best!
Sara Ornelas has always been there when I’ve needed her. She’s very professional and compassionate in her work.
Listen to every word that I said. It was very kind and gentle.
Ms Sarah is amazing provider , she listens and has giving me my happiness back ❤️
She listens
Very professional and smart ♡ I appreciate the level of care that was given, and the work we did together ❤️ self compassion ❤️ beautiful soul and heart ❤️ Look forward to my weekly sessions
Sara is always there to help me!
She was very kind hearted and soft spoken. She made me very comfortable when I was feeling extremely anxious about my very first psychiatric meeting. She listened to me and how I felt. Even opened up about herself just a bit. I am so glad I finally made my first step into healing. Most of all I'm super grateful it was with someone like Sara.
Sara has help me a lot. I am working on loving self something that I didn't know about. I was always taking care of other. Sara is a excellent therapist. I enjoy working with her.
Very professional, caring and loving! Great listeners♡♡ I look forward to my talk therapy sessions every week. I did not realize how much Ai needed Sara Orenlas in my life. I feel like my inner strength has grown since working with Sara... most definitely recommend her services to another patient. 5 STARRZZZZ in my book ♡♡
Sara is just great. She has that neat ability to listen carefully and advise appropriately as needed, or issue suggestions that enhance my experience with her. She has a wealth of knowledge that she shares with me when needed, which helps me have a better experience during the sessions.
Sara was easy to talk to and I feel like she truly listened to my concerns. She was very upfront about how the process was so I understand what to expect.
