Teletherapy for Buffalo - Las Vegas, NV

Trauma impacts your life in highly visible ways and often, not so visible ways. This can impact you, your family, your work, and your social life. Many people believe they will never feel better because of the cycle they find themselves in. I specialize in trauma psychotherapy as well as couples therapy. Through my years of therapeutic experience, I have helped many couples and individuals navigate their trauma histories.

Seeking therapy can intimidating, but tackling the stress that our home lives brings us alone is a difficult task. I understand that therapy is a unique and occasionally awkward experience so I want to tackle this process with my clients with honesty and humor. If you are struggling with anxiety, negative self image, or a difficult family or relationship and need a space to build confidence and strength then I would be happy to work with you. I love working with clients to help them build a deeper understanding and love for themselves and invite everyone in my office to be their most genuine self.

There is no on-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed space for you to feel comfortable and work collaboratively with me through psychodynamic approaches to individual and relationship therapy.

Is your relationship in crisis? Are you feeling angry, frustrated and resentful towards your partner? Would you like to feel loved, heard, respected and valued? If the love and connection has gone, let me help you bring it back. We'll replace the negative, ineffective patterns of communication that have caused you to be "stuck", and focus on creating healthy and positive new ways of interacting. If your sexual needs are not being met, are dealing with the trauma of extra marital affairs or escalating problematic sexual behavior, I can help you heal, reconnect and move on.

My therapeutic approach is holistic, human, and individually tailored to meet the needs of clients in their current situations. As a therapist, I am a down-to-earth person who sees myself as equal to my clients, sharing a non-judgmental space to promote and honor personal growth and healing. I work with a large variety of relational issues related to transitional life experiences, as well as common mental health concerns and diagnoses. I have significant experience in sex therapy and relational issues, as well as working with non-traditional/chosen families and diverse populations. I served as a faculty member in the UNLV Couple and Family Therapy Program for the past decade supervising interns and teaching sex therapy, sexuality, and diversity. Consequently, I have enjoyed many years of working with trans, non-binary, poly, and related communities. I am passionate about working with all couple and family dynamics as well as desired individual growth in your specific context.

My clients seek to gain interpersonal skills, relationship strategies, insight into harmful behaviors and improved communication habits. I work well with individuals grappling with identity crises, sexuality issues and unstable moods. My philosophy empowers clients to seek and implement their own solutions, with guidance and encouragement from me. I will help you set goals, devise strategies to be successful and then work to steer the course of your efforts. I have worked with individuals struggling with identity, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, as well as several other mental health issues.

Now Accepting New Clients. I welcome families, couples and individuals. My goal is to provide a safe place to begin the process of healing. I am committed to assisting clients find solutions to life's challenges.

Accepting New Clients for in-person and virtual sessions. Like the phoenix that rises from the ashes, I aspire to empower you to overcome the obstacles and adversity you have endured in order to establish a life of self-authenticity and growth. It is my passion to provide a collaborative, person-centered approach to individuals, couples, and families throughout the Las Vegas community.

Hello! My name is Joanna and thank you for reading my profile. I provide individual and family therapy to clients of most ages (5 and older). Prior to working as a therapist, I was a special education teacher. Working as a teacher taught me the importance of a trusting relationship. I love working as a therapist and my favorite part is the unique relationship I build with each client. It is through this trusting, judgement-free relationship that clients can feel safe to self-examine. I work side by side with clients to explore the root causes of unhelpful behaviors and identify a better way of relating to oneself and others.

Deciding to come to therapy can be an intimidating decision. It is the first step in a journey of vulnerability, discovery, and self love. Because of the magnitude of this journey it is important to select a therapist that understands your needs and supports your journey. I strive to be authentic and provide a safe environment for clients that acknowledges the vulnerable space you are putting yourself in by initiating therapy. I support clients in cultivating their strengths and acknowledging how the daily ups and downs of life can affect the therapeutic process.

NOW accepting clients and providing EMDR! My goal is to help you (re)connect with your inner strengths and motivations, resolve immediate concerns, and meet goals in a way that works for YOU! I'm a therapist providing traditional talk therapy, but I am also a trauma informed yoga instructor who understands that healing needs to be creative and as unique as each individual I work with. I have experience working with depression, ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, coping skills, holistic lifestyles, LGBTQIA+ folx, stress management, self-esteem, emotional regulation, communication, and much more over the years.

“Beloved community is formed not by the eradication of difference but by its affirmation, by each of us claiming the identities and cultural legacies that shape who we are and how we live in the world.” [― bell hooks, Killing Rage: Ending Racism.] In my practice, I follow a humanistic and client-centered approach. I am currently working towards certification in EMDR, and strive to be trauma-informed and social-justice oriented. My focus is in depression, anxiety, disordered eating, LGBT+ issues, ADHD, Autism, and I work with adults, adolescents, and occasionally children on a case-by-case basis.

I have a passion for working with teens and adults, especially those on the autism spectrum. I also have experience and enjoy working with ADD/ADHD, anxiety, Bipolar disorder, giftedness, gender identity, LGBTQ, sexual health, and alternative lifestyles. I love helping people figure out how to work through social issues, relationship concerns, issues with school, work, or just life in general. I identify in this community and understand the challenges of living with a Neurodiverse brain. My commitment is to support you in becoming the best version of yourself and to empower you to embrace your unique mind.

I believe that human beings have an incredible capacity to adapt to extremely difficult situations, but sometimes using old coping strategies can encourage toxic situations at home or at work. When the tendency to accommodate others and the desire for approval goes unchecked, we betray our authentic sense of self and undermine our success. This is particularly true with adults suffering from symptoms related to childhood trauma, addiction, and those who have had to "mask" due to neurodivergent experience. Using evidenced based treatment, I work with adults and couples to create their best lives.

I believe our everyday lives involve psychology and show us that our minds have extraordinary abilities. I want to know what fills the pages of someone's story and how they got to where they are today. Everybody needs support and comfort, especially at a time where they feel they are at their lowest. I believe when people talk, they begin to realize things about themselves that they didn't know they had within them, whether they are the things they want to leave behind or the things they want to use to propel them forward. I am passionate about people and helping them on their wellness journey, whatever that may look like for them.

Accepting new clients. Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Do you have an unhealthy relationship with porn or sex? Or dealing with past trauma? May be you need someone to talk to. If you answer yes to any of these questions, then I am ready to listen and offer help. You deserve to have a life that is more fulfilling. Therapy is about helping you live that life. I am ready to help you take that journey. I look forward to talking with you and hearing your story. “Caring starts today”.

Life is filled with so many different ups and downs. Sometimes it is important to know when we should seek help from a professional to navigate the troubled waters that we all inevitably go through in life. My therapeutic approach consists of a warm, empathic exchange that is focused on allowing you to develop the tools to heal and begin a journey on your way to wellness.