Therapists in 89117

Connection can be one of the most transforming experiences in your life. Counseling is a process that can offer a therapeutic connection to enable you make transformations in your relationships, find healing from trauma, and find relief from depression and anxiety; just to name a few. I have made that kind of connection with many clients who have begun that transforming experience one step at a time. Once you take that first step, you can begin a ripple of change towards success in many areas of your life.

My name is Karen Anderson and I graduated with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and am currenlty working to complete my PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy. During my academic work I was the recipient of the UNLV Excellence in Marriage and Family Therapy Practice award and am currently registered with the State of Nevada as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I am also an adjunct faculty member with the University of Nevada Las Vegas for the Marriage and Family Therapy Department since 2010.

Online counseling and therapy provided via a secured tele-health platform. As a therapist, my interest has always been helping folks manage and navigate life transitions leading to anxiety and/or depressive symptoms. When faced with crossroads, loss, and tough decisions, we have the chance to reevaluate, recreate, and rise. Change is an opportunity to awaken and develop a better sense of who you are......and where you can go from here.

I work collaboratively with my clients to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and maladaptive behaviors. Central to my work with clients is my dedication to creating a safe, non-judgmental environment, and building a strong therapeutic relationship to effectively address presenting concerns. In addition, I work with a keen awareness of the interconnection between medical and mental health. I also work with clients who are going through major life changes, and are experiencing distress that comes with the challenges of making major adjustments.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated or discouraged by all of your efforts to make positive changes in your life? Maybe you have tried everything and find that nothing works, including previous therapy. You will discover that I offer a very unique approach unlike anything you have previously tried. By working with me to learn practical skills to reach your goals, you can achieve your potential and carry out dreams you may not have imagined were possible.

***I am NOT currently accepting new clients at this time*** I provide therapy primarily to children, adolescents, and families experiencing significant behavioral and/or emotional distress and disturbances causing difficulties in peer and family relationships, self-esteem, and academic/work performances. I also offer therapy to adults, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflict, trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and cultural adjustment issues.

I have worked with people from many diverse backgrounds. I have experience with individuals who are working through depression, anxiety, bi-polar, self esteem issues and the multitude of challenges that come with trying to keep a family afloat in today's challenging times.

I am a small in-home practice and work primarily with couples, individuals, adolescents and teens. Depending on your needs, which will be determined during the phone consultation, I offer a combination of traditional talk therapy with alternative treatments. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health with an emphasis on the mind, body, and spirit, to achieve exciting, meaningful, and sustainable results. My current clients have been with me for several years and I welcome the opportunity to establish more therapeutic relationships if you are willing to take the journey. NOTE: Currently, I am limited to online sessions.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist in California and Nevada. I specialize in working with children, family systems and individual adults. I am certified in Individual Cognitive Behavioral Therpay (ICBT), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). The marjority of my work has been focused on serving community mental health agencies and working with unserved youth and their families. I opened my own practice to expand services to all demographics. Servicios de therpia están disponibles en Español.

While a person can feel better after a good talk with a friend or relative, for moderate or severe emotional distress, the relief is only temporary. Talking with a trained listener helps alleviate emotional distress for good. I am a licensed mental health professional with over 18 years of experience. I am trained to listen and interact in a way that helps you get to the very root of your emotional concerns. Congratulations!!! You have taken a significant first step towards facing your difficulties constructively and confidently; freeing you to enjoy all the good things life has to offer. Let's talk!!!

The decision to seek therapy is one of great significance, and for many, it can be scary. It is my goal to help my clients have a comfortable and successful experience. I enjoy working with a diverse client population (re: age, race/ethnicity, and need/presenting problem). If you are unhappy with your current situation, whatever the cause, therapy can be the missing piece needed for resolution. Ideally, clients enter into therapy ready for change. However, this is not always the case, and that's ok! I also often work with clients who are uncertain, and need a bit more support to find clarity and be ready to move into action.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*EMDR level II, Parts and Memory Therapy, Reiki Master, Brainspotting PH 2, Hypnotherapy and NLP; All of which provide lasting effects, at a faster pace than talk therapy. We don't have to be broken to be better. I utilize a holistic approach to ensure that you will have the tools necessary to maintain balance in all areas of your life. I listen for your voice, and seek to empower you to take ownership of your life and its direction. I strive to create a safe, accepting environment, where we work toward alleviating distress, enhanced self-understanding, healthier choices, and living a more mindful, valued life.

Our clinical staff has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults. Using an approach that is both supportive and goal directed, we focus on meeting clients where they are, helping them work through past trauma, identifying areas of skill development, and setting goals to create their best lives. Whether going from homeless and jobless to stable housing and employment, or achieving peak performance as a professional athlete, our practice is inclusive, warm, and welcoming. We offer in office and telehealth services to support the health and safety of our clients and staff.

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression related to COVID-19 and other current events? These dynamics can be stressful, unpredictable and difficult to navigate, especially if anxiety and depression are already a day-to-day experience. Amy provides a supportive, caring, and non-judgmental space for you to explore options and solutions, and will support your mental and emotional shift toward clarity and positive change during this challenging time.

**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Through self-discovery client(s) seek to gain skills in relationship strategies, insight into non-constructive behaviors, and learning to improve communication habits. I work well with Couples, Individuals and Families - with a collaborative approach to create a safe an empathetic atmosphere that will be filled with compassion and understanding. By self-discovery and exploring, clients will be able to identify personal struggles to gain insight and understanding with regard to their issues.

Therapy can help when life becomes overwhelming, when we are experiencing stressful transitions, when we are stuck and unable to move through hurts or injuries in relationships which once brought us love and security. If we feel sadness, fear, depression or anxiety which are preventing us from living the life we want or when unforeseen trauma, divorce, or family conflict adversely affect our children, therapy can help find ways to resolve the barriers to achieve a healthier outcome. My approach is gentle, empathetic but direct. I work with clients at their pace to discover the best outcome for themselves.

The most important elements of effectiveness in therapy are human and relational. In other words, finding a therapist that is warm, caring, empathetic, knowledgeable, and is able to interact with you in a way that is healing is going to be most effective in changing your life. My mission is to ensure that you have individualized treatment so that you don't feel like "just another client".

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience, my philosophy of care is rooted in social justice, autonomy, and living life to its full potential. Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, treatment is focused on solutions and strengths. I believe we all have unique gifts as well as unique hurts. Let's use pain to motivate progress!! ******************CURRENTLY PRACTICING VIA TELEHEALTH***********************