SilverSummit Therapists in Las Vegas, NV
You may look functional on the outside while carrying trauma, anxiety, or substance use patterns that have been running your life for years. For many women, the struggle is not only what happened, but how it still shows up in the body, relationships, and daily choices. Shame, overgiving, emotional shutdown, and self-blame can start to feel normal. I work with adults who are tired of surviving this way and want to understand what is driving it. I focus on helping clients slow the cycle down and start relating to themselves differently.
You may look functional on the outside while carrying trauma, anxiety, or substance use patterns that have been running your life for years. For many women, the struggle is not only what happened, but how it still shows up in the body, relationships, and daily choices. Shame, overgiving, emotional shutdown, and self-blame can start to feel normal. I work with adults who are tired of surviving this way and want to understand what is driving it. I focus on helping clients slow the cycle down and start relating to themselves differently.
Do you feel like the weight of stress, trauma, or anger is making it harder to be the person you want to be at home, at school, or at work? For many men and young people, anger is the only language available when pain has no other outlet. You may have grown up in a home where pushing through was the expectation, where asking for help was weakness, and where the pressure of being dependable for everyone else left no room to figure out what was happening inside you. That tension lives in how hard it is to sleep, how distant you feel from the people you want to be close to. Something needs attention and you already know it.
Do you feel like the weight of stress, trauma, or anger is making it harder to be the person you want to be at home, at school, or at work? For many men and young people, anger is the only language available when pain has no other outlet. You may have grown up in a home where pushing through was the expectation, where asking for help was weakness, and where the pressure of being dependable for everyone else left no room to figure out what was happening inside you. That tension lives in how hard it is to sleep, how distant you feel from the people you want to be close to. Something needs attention and you already know it.
When life feels overwhelming, having support can help you navigate stress and challenges. Therapy is a deeply personal space where you can openly explore and process your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're working through past experiences or current concerns, therapy offers a safe environment to focus on yourself and your growth.
When life feels overwhelming, having support can help you navigate stress and challenges. Therapy is a deeply personal space where you can openly explore and process your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're working through past experiences or current concerns, therapy offers a safe environment to focus on yourself and your growth.
If you're carrying the weight of past experiences, struggling to feel connected in relationships, or navigating life in a world that often misunderstands you — you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I specialize in supporting individuals working through trauma, attachment wounds, and identity-related challenges. Whether you’re looking to build emotional regulation skills, explore patterns in relationships, or reconnect with your sense of self, I’m here to walk alongside you.
If you're carrying the weight of past experiences, struggling to feel connected in relationships, or navigating life in a world that often misunderstands you — you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I specialize in supporting individuals working through trauma, attachment wounds, and identity-related challenges. Whether you’re looking to build emotional regulation skills, explore patterns in relationships, or reconnect with your sense of self, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Are you navigating the emotional pain of divorce, experiencing the lasting effects of domestic abuse, or struggling with grief and trauma that feels impossible to overcome? These life events can leave you feeling lost and overwhelmed, but you don't have to go through this alone. I'm here to offer compassionate, supportive therapy to help you heal and move forward. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of your pain, work through your trauma, and create a plan for building resilience and strength in your life.
Are you navigating the emotional pain of divorce, experiencing the lasting effects of domestic abuse, or struggling with grief and trauma that feels impossible to overcome? These life events can leave you feeling lost and overwhelmed, but you don't have to go through this alone. I'm here to offer compassionate, supportive therapy to help you heal and move forward. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of your pain, work through your trauma, and create a plan for building resilience and strength in your life.
We have all struggled with feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected in our lives, it’s part of human nature. However, how you cope with it varies from individual to individual.
We have all struggled with feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected in our lives, it’s part of human nature. However, how you cope with it varies from individual to individual.
The most resilient people I've worked with over 17 years aren't those who never struggled, they're those who decided their pain wouldn't have the final word. You may be carrying the weight of a relationship that's left you questioning your worth, trauma that shows up uninvited in your daily life, or anxiety and depression that make even ordinary days feel impossible. What brings you here is the recognition that simply getting through each day isn't the same as actually living — and that the coping strategies that once protected you may now be keeping you stuck.
The most resilient people I've worked with over 17 years aren't those who never struggled, they're those who decided their pain wouldn't have the final word. You may be carrying the weight of a relationship that's left you questioning your worth, trauma that shows up uninvited in your daily life, or anxiety and depression that make even ordinary days feel impossible. What brings you here is the recognition that simply getting through each day isn't the same as actually living — and that the coping strategies that once protected you may now be keeping you stuck.
I worked the Mandalay mass shooting. I provided crisis response immediately after the crisis. I have previous experience providing support for mass shooting survivors.
I worked the Mandalay mass shooting. I provided crisis response immediately after the crisis. I have previous experience providing support for mass shooting survivors.
Are you ready? In between a rock and a hard place? Feeling vulnerable, needing help? It's time to talk about things you maybe have never told another -or feel guilty for thinking. I am skilled at compassionate listening, inquisitive, creative in viewpoint and rather good at case conceptualizing. I will be your ally. We figure out what you need and value, realize your resources, see where you can tinker to break the tension. Considering your body, your history, your mind, the relationships you have or want, and life's magic the journey of therapy can be an interesting and glorious adventure that takes you farther than you imagined.
Are you ready? In between a rock and a hard place? Feeling vulnerable, needing help? It's time to talk about things you maybe have never told another -or feel guilty for thinking. I am skilled at compassionate listening, inquisitive, creative in viewpoint and rather good at case conceptualizing. I will be your ally. We figure out what you need and value, realize your resources, see where you can tinker to break the tension. Considering your body, your history, your mind, the relationships you have or want, and life's magic the journey of therapy can be an interesting and glorious adventure that takes you farther than you imagined.
Our ultimate goal at Therapy of Southern Nevada is to improve your quality of life. We offer a wide range of ways to connect with you like Telehealth, community based services, or an inviting and comfortable office setting. We proudly hand-pick our therapists who have the knowledge and experience to help you and/or your family if you're experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, oppositional defiance disorders, or attention deficit disorder, which are just a few of the issues we can help you with.
Our ultimate goal at Therapy of Southern Nevada is to improve your quality of life. We offer a wide range of ways to connect with you like Telehealth, community based services, or an inviting and comfortable office setting. We proudly hand-pick our therapists who have the knowledge and experience to help you and/or your family if you're experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, oppositional defiance disorders, or attention deficit disorder, which are just a few of the issues we can help you with.
Relationships can be difficult but should they be? The short answer is yes ... at times. In nearly every relationship, there will be difficult challenges that test the commitment and resolve of each partner. How do we overcome challenges that seem so overwhelming that the relationship appears to be irreconcilable? Couples counseling can help redirect us to the path that once seemed so happy and full of promise. Through hard work and commitment, finding the joy you first experienced as a couple is possible.
Relationships can be difficult but should they be? The short answer is yes ... at times. In nearly every relationship, there will be difficult challenges that test the commitment and resolve of each partner. How do we overcome challenges that seem so overwhelming that the relationship appears to be irreconcilable? Couples counseling can help redirect us to the path that once seemed so happy and full of promise. Through hard work and commitment, finding the joy you first experienced as a couple is possible.
At some point in our journey we all experience struggle, disconnect, pain and "2nd" chances. Stepping out of our comfort zone and asking for help is never easy and sometimes even difficult, so I make it a priority that each of my clients feel comfortable and empowered.
At some point in our journey we all experience struggle, disconnect, pain and "2nd" chances. Stepping out of our comfort zone and asking for help is never easy and sometimes even difficult, so I make it a priority that each of my clients feel comfortable and empowered.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, school difficulties, life transitions, or the emotional impact of trauma or medical experiences. They may be struggling with emotional regulation, academic pressure, behavior concerns, or feeling stuck and misunderstood. What they’re looking for is a supportive, straightforward space where they can be heard, make sense of what’s going on, and learn practical skills they can actually use. Their goals are to feel more regulated, improve functioning at school or in daily life, strengthen coping skills, and move forward with more confidence and clarity.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, school difficulties, life transitions, or the emotional impact of trauma or medical experiences. They may be struggling with emotional regulation, academic pressure, behavior concerns, or feeling stuck and misunderstood. What they’re looking for is a supportive, straightforward space where they can be heard, make sense of what’s going on, and learn practical skills they can actually use. Their goals are to feel more regulated, improve functioning at school or in daily life, strengthen coping skills, and move forward with more confidence and clarity.
Perhaps the previous methods of coping are not working. Maybe the words and ability to express those emotions are challenging and unnerving. Maybe life has forced a new role and now self identity/worth are being challenged. Therapy can be the tool to learn to be independent, autonomous, confident and self sufficient. To live a life where it is comfortable in setting boundaries, to live in your truth and learn the tools for self acceptance or the freedom of releasing the hold of what has been emotionally restrictive. All while learning to face those parts of ourselves that create shame, pain and discomfort in a space that is safe.
Perhaps the previous methods of coping are not working. Maybe the words and ability to express those emotions are challenging and unnerving. Maybe life has forced a new role and now self identity/worth are being challenged. Therapy can be the tool to learn to be independent, autonomous, confident and self sufficient. To live a life where it is comfortable in setting boundaries, to live in your truth and learn the tools for self acceptance or the freedom of releasing the hold of what has been emotionally restrictive. All while learning to face those parts of ourselves that create shame, pain and discomfort in a space that is safe.
Are you stuck in cycles of anxiety or depression that no amount of willpower seems to break? Have addiction or past trauma started affecting every part of your life, your relationships, your focus, your sense of who you are? I work with adults in Las Vegas and across Nevada, particularly Black women and people of color, who have been carrying these patterns without ever getting to the root of them. That's where we start. You leave with a clearer picture of where these patterns came from and enough ground under you to begin shifting them.
Are you stuck in cycles of anxiety or depression that no amount of willpower seems to break? Have addiction or past trauma started affecting every part of your life, your relationships, your focus, your sense of who you are? I work with adults in Las Vegas and across Nevada, particularly Black women and people of color, who have been carrying these patterns without ever getting to the root of them. That's where we start. You leave with a clearer picture of where these patterns came from and enough ground under you to begin shifting them.
I understand that seeking support for mental health can feel overwhelming, but I strive to create a process that is approachable and effective. With experience addressing a broad range of concerns—including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, conflict resolution, addiction, family dynamics, and just daily life stress —I am committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
I understand that seeking support for mental health can feel overwhelming, but I strive to create a process that is approachable and effective. With experience addressing a broad range of concerns—including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, conflict resolution, addiction, family dynamics, and just daily life stress —I am committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Debra Doodkevitch LCSW / The Brain Train Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Las Vegas, NV 89146
With more than 40 years experience in the mental health field, I have served the Las Vegas Valley Community since 2004, specializing in unique stress management solutions for adults and seniors. I offer a variety of techniques to enhance self awareness and empower people to take charge of their mental and physical health. I am now offering both in-office and virtual sessions by appointment only.
With more than 40 years experience in the mental health field, I have served the Las Vegas Valley Community since 2004, specializing in unique stress management solutions for adults and seniors. I offer a variety of techniques to enhance self awareness and empower people to take charge of their mental and physical health. I am now offering both in-office and virtual sessions by appointment only.
Accepting New Clients. Many people feel stuck in patterns that keep them trapped in pain, confusion, or self-doubt. My work is rooted in resilience and strength-based therapy. Life will bring challenges none of us can avoid, but you do not have to remain overwhelmed by them. I help clients identify their existing strengths, expand on them, and develop new tools that allow them to move beyond the fog of difficult experiences. Therapy with me focuses on helping you overcome hardship, not simply endure it, so you can build a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and with others.
Accepting New Clients. Many people feel stuck in patterns that keep them trapped in pain, confusion, or self-doubt. My work is rooted in resilience and strength-based therapy. Life will bring challenges none of us can avoid, but you do not have to remain overwhelmed by them. I help clients identify their existing strengths, expand on them, and develop new tools that allow them to move beyond the fog of difficult experiences. Therapy with me focuses on helping you overcome hardship, not simply endure it, so you can build a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and with others.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you're not alone- and things can change. I'm Hannah, a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern. I help adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck begin to work through anxiety. depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and family stress.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you're not alone- and things can change. I'm Hannah, a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern. I help adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck begin to work through anxiety. depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and family stress.
Have you noticed your child feeling overwhelmed, anxious, withdrawn, or struggling to express themselves? Are big emotions creating challenges at home, in school, or with relationships? Whether your child is navigating neurodivergence, mood changes, identity development, or simply having a hard time putting feelings into words—therapy can be a powerful support.
As a therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate space where children, teens, and young adults can express themselves through conversation, creativity, and play.
Have you noticed your child feeling overwhelmed, anxious, withdrawn, or struggling to express themselves? Are big emotions creating challenges at home, in school, or with relationships? Whether your child is navigating neurodivergence, mood changes, identity development, or simply having a hard time putting feelings into words—therapy can be a powerful support.
As a therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate space where children, teens, and young adults can express themselves through conversation, creativity, and play.
