Play Therapy in Las Vegas, NV
Therapist and Coach
I am a bilingual English/Spanish licensed therapist and certified coach with more than 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, families, and couples. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, and relationship challenges. My approach integrates therapy and coaching to foster healing, emotional balance, and lasting change. I offer a safe and collaborative space for growth, clarity, and connection. Sessions available in English and Spanish.
Therapist and Coach
I am a bilingual English/Spanish licensed therapist and certified coach with more than 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, families, and couples. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, and relationship challenges. My approach integrates therapy and coaching to foster healing, emotional balance, and lasting change. I offer a safe and collaborative space for growth, clarity, and connection. Sessions available in English and Spanish.
Accepting clients Mon at 2pm and Tues at 1pm! “The only evidence of life is growth." Is life bringing growth in the form of overwhelming change/ challenges? I hear you. I offer a truly unique space: one of empathy, validation, empowerment, and -of course- growth! Therapy can be a personal and powerful partnership: you are the honored expert of your experience while I provide the knowledge of supportive strategies. Now, I know that even good changes can seem intimidating and I commend your courageous first step of venturing into this expressive and progressive journey...
Accepting clients Mon at 2pm and Tues at 1pm! “The only evidence of life is growth." Is life bringing growth in the form of overwhelming change/ challenges? I hear you. I offer a truly unique space: one of empathy, validation, empowerment, and -of course- growth! Therapy can be a personal and powerful partnership: you are the honored expert of your experience while I provide the knowledge of supportive strategies. Now, I know that even good changes can seem intimidating and I commend your courageous first step of venturing into this expressive and progressive journey...
My Passion is to provide clients with a safe environment to allow each the opportunity to embark on a journey of self-understanding, healing from traumas, and developing new coping and relational skills. I use various counseling theories based on your individual needs to empower you to achieve your own unique goals. We will work together to identify coping strategies and thoughts that have kept you "stuck" and resolve/heal issues that may have kept you from being who you were meant to be so you can Live a Happy and fulfilling life. Now accepting United Health Care, BCBS, Anthem and The VA (Veterans Administration).
My Passion is to provide clients with a safe environment to allow each the opportunity to embark on a journey of self-understanding, healing from traumas, and developing new coping and relational skills. I use various counseling theories based on your individual needs to empower you to achieve your own unique goals. We will work together to identify coping strategies and thoughts that have kept you "stuck" and resolve/heal issues that may have kept you from being who you were meant to be so you can Live a Happy and fulfilling life. Now accepting United Health Care, BCBS, Anthem and The VA (Veterans Administration).
All individuals, couples, and families face challenges. Some are predictable and some are untimely such as separation/divorce or the death of a loved one. Let me assist you, your relationship, and your family with life's expected and sudden transitions.
My therapeutic approach is to provide insight and awareness through practical feedback to help clients effectively address life's challenges. I am committed to fostering a supportive and confidential therapeutic experience that allows for open communication, improved understanding, and meaningful change.
All individuals, couples, and families face challenges. Some are predictable and some are untimely such as separation/divorce or the death of a loved one. Let me assist you, your relationship, and your family with life's expected and sudden transitions.
My therapeutic approach is to provide insight and awareness through practical feedback to help clients effectively address life's challenges. I am committed to fostering a supportive and confidential therapeutic experience that allows for open communication, improved understanding, and meaningful change.
I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, and autism in children and teens, using play therapy, CBT, and expressive arts depending on what the child needs.
Does your child come home from school wound up, shut down, or in tears and you're not sure which version you'll get today? Is your teen avoiding everything that used to matter to them, or melting down over things that seem small from the outside? You're not imagining it, and it's not a parenting failure. I work with children and teens in Nevada whose anxiety, ADHD, or autism makes daily life harder than it needs to be — in school, at home, and in their own heads. Across every age I work with, the goal is the same: more control over your own life than you had when you walked in.
I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, and autism in children and teens, using play therapy, CBT, and expressive arts depending on what the child needs.
Does your child come home from school wound up, shut down, or in tears and you're not sure which version you'll get today? Is your teen avoiding everything that used to matter to them, or melting down over things that seem small from the outside? You're not imagining it, and it's not a parenting failure. I work with children and teens in Nevada whose anxiety, ADHD, or autism makes daily life harder than it needs to be — in school, at home, and in their own heads. Across every age I work with, the goal is the same: more control over your own life than you had when you walked in.
At The Healing Center, we believe life is a journey with individual challenges and opportunities. Our counselors specialize in treating PTSD, depression, grief, loss, anxiety, panic, compulsive behaviors/ thoughts, and much more. We all need help along the way from different people around us. Our counselors are passionate about listening to you and assisting you on your journey to emotional health, personal growth, and discovering your potential. We have both Spanish-speaking and Mandarin-speaking therapists.
At The Healing Center, we believe life is a journey with individual challenges and opportunities. Our counselors specialize in treating PTSD, depression, grief, loss, anxiety, panic, compulsive behaviors/ thoughts, and much more. We all need help along the way from different people around us. Our counselors are passionate about listening to you and assisting you on your journey to emotional health, personal growth, and discovering your potential. We have both Spanish-speaking and Mandarin-speaking therapists.
I work with a variety of clients from different genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, and cultures. Currently, I can not say I have an ideal client as each client is unique and has their own needs and areas of growth they would like to focus on. My strengths include my love for working with people and meeting clients where they are at on their journey to heal and grow.
I work with a variety of clients from different genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, and cultures. Currently, I can not say I have an ideal client as each client is unique and has their own needs and areas of growth they would like to focus on. My strengths include my love for working with people and meeting clients where they are at on their journey to heal and grow.
Pain can either define us or serve as the driving force for personal growth. I have dedicated an extensive amount of time to working with children, teens, parents, and adults who struggle with impulse control, existential crises, emotional challenges, and behavioral disturbances. I firmly believe that knowledge alone is insufficient; true change goes beyond conceptualization—it requires action. Clients require proven tools to actively pursue self-sufficiency.
Pain can either define us or serve as the driving force for personal growth. I have dedicated an extensive amount of time to working with children, teens, parents, and adults who struggle with impulse control, existential crises, emotional challenges, and behavioral disturbances. I firmly believe that knowledge alone is insufficient; true change goes beyond conceptualization—it requires action. Clients require proven tools to actively pursue self-sufficiency.
Michelle McAninch, owner of Aspire Mental Health, is a proud Las Vegas native dedicated to serving her community with compassion and professionalism. She has cultivated strong relationships within the local community and is deeply committed to providing a nonjudgmental and supportive environment for her clients. Michelle emphasizes the importance of meeting clients where they are in their journey, fostering trust and understanding.
Aspire Mental Health specializes in addressing a wide range of challenges, including resist/refusal cases, anxiety, sexual abuse, trauma, depression, child and adolescent issues, and family conflict.
Michelle McAninch, owner of Aspire Mental Health, is a proud Las Vegas native dedicated to serving her community with compassion and professionalism. She has cultivated strong relationships within the local community and is deeply committed to providing a nonjudgmental and supportive environment for her clients. Michelle emphasizes the importance of meeting clients where they are in their journey, fostering trust and understanding.
Aspire Mental Health specializes in addressing a wide range of challenges, including resist/refusal cases, anxiety, sexual abuse, trauma, depression, child and adolescent issues, and family conflict.
accepting Telehealth clients. You’re in the middle of a big internal shift. Maybe you’re questioning your relationship, unsure about your career path, or realizing you're not living in alignment with who you truly are. You feel the pressure to “figure it all out,” but instead find yourself stuck—torn between options, weighed down by guilt or fear of making the wrong choice.
It’s overwhelming to carry all of this alone—but you don’t have to.
accepting Telehealth clients. You’re in the middle of a big internal shift. Maybe you’re questioning your relationship, unsure about your career path, or realizing you're not living in alignment with who you truly are. You feel the pressure to “figure it all out,” but instead find yourself stuck—torn between options, weighed down by guilt or fear of making the wrong choice.
It’s overwhelming to carry all of this alone—but you don’t have to.
I enjoy working with trauma survivors, victims of narcissistic abuse, individuals with emetophobia, couples with communication issues, and children and teens. I also help people struggling with people-pleasing, dissociation, low self-worth, body image concerns, anxiety, phobias, binge behaviors, and plenty of other patterns that feel difficult to change. Many of my clients know something isn’t working but aren’t sure why or how to change it. Together, we’ll identify the root of the problem, develop a personalized treatment plan, and create clear goals so you understand what we’re addressing and how we’ll move forward.
I enjoy working with trauma survivors, victims of narcissistic abuse, individuals with emetophobia, couples with communication issues, and children and teens. I also help people struggling with people-pleasing, dissociation, low self-worth, body image concerns, anxiety, phobias, binge behaviors, and plenty of other patterns that feel difficult to change. Many of my clients know something isn’t working but aren’t sure why or how to change it. Together, we’ll identify the root of the problem, develop a personalized treatment plan, and create clear goals so you understand what we’re addressing and how we’ll move forward.
Life brings its share of challenges and changes, and we all deserve someone who offers support and compassion. During difficult times, having a good listener can make all the difference. Providing clients with a safe, nonjudgmental space is essential for fostering growth and healing.
Life brings its share of challenges and changes, and we all deserve someone who offers support and compassion. During difficult times, having a good listener can make all the difference. Providing clients with a safe, nonjudgmental space is essential for fostering growth and healing.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, relational challenges, and life transitions. I draw on EMDR and other evidence-based therapies to support healing and growth. My approach is warm, flexible, and responsive to each client’s unique experience. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your story, strengthen emotional bonds, and rebuild trust. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and more fulfilling relationships to create lasting, meaningful change from the inside out.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, relational challenges, and life transitions. I draw on EMDR and other evidence-based therapies to support healing and growth. My approach is warm, flexible, and responsive to each client’s unique experience. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your story, strengthen emotional bonds, and rebuild trust. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and more fulfilling relationships to create lasting, meaningful change from the inside out.
June 10, 2026."Concern yourself not with what you have tried and failed in but what is still possible for you to do." - Pope St. John XXIII.
By becoming aware of what is within your subconscious to be discovered, you begin to enter authentic healing. A match with the right therapist, is the beginning. Prolonged exposures to emotional harm can lead to negative physical effects on the brain but each of us is unique and capable of magical resilience. No one is hopeless. Certified in DBT, my primary focus is in Borderline PDs, navigating present relationships, Bipolar, ADHD, OCD thoughts, PTSD, and victims of Narcissists .
June 10, 2026."Concern yourself not with what you have tried and failed in but what is still possible for you to do." - Pope St. John XXIII.
By becoming aware of what is within your subconscious to be discovered, you begin to enter authentic healing. A match with the right therapist, is the beginning. Prolonged exposures to emotional harm can lead to negative physical effects on the brain but each of us is unique and capable of magical resilience. No one is hopeless. Certified in DBT, my primary focus is in Borderline PDs, navigating present relationships, Bipolar, ADHD, OCD thoughts, PTSD, and victims of Narcissists .
Likewise, I enjoy and have many years of experience working with children and teens using a play and art therapy approach.
As a marriage and family therapist, I work comfortably with a variety of client populations: adults, couples, children, teens, and families. Having been an educator for twenty-seven years, I bring an informed and unique perspective to my work. Regardless of the age of my clients, all bring a story to therapy. My role is to guide my clients to uncover that story and help them to revise it so that they can live their lives as they choose and connect with others in a wholehearted way.
Likewise, I enjoy and have many years of experience working with children and teens using a play and art therapy approach.
As a marriage and family therapist, I work comfortably with a variety of client populations: adults, couples, children, teens, and families. Having been an educator for twenty-seven years, I bring an informed and unique perspective to my work. Regardless of the age of my clients, all bring a story to therapy. My role is to guide my clients to uncover that story and help them to revise it so that they can live their lives as they choose and connect with others in a wholehearted way.
If you are a teen, or adult feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, you may be searching for a safe space to express yourself without judgment. You want to feel understood and supported as you navigate life’s challenges, hoping to build confidence and find practical ways to cope. You deserve a compassionate guide who meets you exactly where you are in your mental health journey, helping you grow at your own pace and reclaim your sense of hope and balance.
If you are a teen, or adult feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, you may be searching for a safe space to express yourself without judgment. You want to feel understood and supported as you navigate life’s challenges, hoping to build confidence and find practical ways to cope. You deserve a compassionate guide who meets you exactly where you are in your mental health journey, helping you grow at your own pace and reclaim your sense of hope and balance.
Bryan has experience with children and teens. Our practice focuses on helping children with anxiety, behavioral difficulties, attention deficit, depression and Autism Spectrum disorder. Sessions are conducted in English and Spanish to accommodate our client's needs. Bryan also can approve of emotional support animal applications through this link. esaletteronline.co/esa-therapists/bryan-valladares
Bryan has experience with children and teens. Our practice focuses on helping children with anxiety, behavioral difficulties, attention deficit, depression and Autism Spectrum disorder. Sessions are conducted in English and Spanish to accommodate our client's needs. Bryan also can approve of emotional support animal applications through this link. esaletteronline.co/esa-therapists/bryan-valladares
Life can feel overwhelming at times. The storms of sadness, loneliness, and hopelessness can make it difficult to navigate even the smallest moments. At Essential Counseling, we’re here to help you find your way.
Lisa Roberson and her team of professionals provide culturally competent, evidence-based therapy in a safe, confidential and supportive environment.
While each treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs, we commonly draw upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to promote lasting change.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. The storms of sadness, loneliness, and hopelessness can make it difficult to navigate even the smallest moments. At Essential Counseling, we’re here to help you find your way.
Lisa Roberson and her team of professionals provide culturally competent, evidence-based therapy in a safe, confidential and supportive environment.
While each treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs, we commonly draw upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to promote lasting change.
With younger kids, I use play therapy and expressive arts — drawing, movement, music — because that's how they actually process.
Does your child's ADHD make school feel like a daily war, or their anxiety turn ordinary situations into something they can't get through? Is your teen shutting down, avoiding things, or showing signs of autism that haven't been named yet and you're not sure where to turn? Children carry more than most people recognize, and finding the right person to work with them matters. I work with kids ages 4 through 19 in Nevada — children who struggle to focus, regulate, or feel okay in their own skin. When they get the right support, the shift shows up in their grades, their friendships, and what happens at home.
With younger kids, I use play therapy and expressive arts — drawing, movement, music — because that's how they actually process.
Does your child's ADHD make school feel like a daily war, or their anxiety turn ordinary situations into something they can't get through? Is your teen shutting down, avoiding things, or showing signs of autism that haven't been named yet and you're not sure where to turn? Children carry more than most people recognize, and finding the right person to work with them matters. I work with kids ages 4 through 19 in Nevada — children who struggle to focus, regulate, or feel okay in their own skin. When they get the right support, the shift shows up in their grades, their friendships, and what happens at home.
Life can be difficult, overwhelming, and unfair at times. This is why finding the right person to help you is crucial. Your new therapist should have the level of work and educational experience that caters to your specific needs, as well be able to create a sense of safety, trust, accountability, empowerment, understanding, honesty and support for you. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marysol Rezanov, can offer you all of this.
Life can be difficult, overwhelming, and unfair at times. This is why finding the right person to help you is crucial. Your new therapist should have the level of work and educational experience that caters to your specific needs, as well be able to create a sense of safety, trust, accountability, empowerment, understanding, honesty and support for you. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marysol Rezanov, can offer you all of this.
