Therapists in Sparks, NV
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted can be isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. I help individuals and families navigate anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, behavioral concerns, life transitions, and family stress with compassion and support.
Whether a child is having difficulty managing big emotions, a teen feels withdrawn or easily frustrated, or an adult is coping with stress, health challenges, or major life changes, I provide a supportive and safe space to help clients feel more grounded and confident.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted can be isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. I help individuals and families navigate anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, behavioral concerns, life transitions, and family stress with compassion and support.
Whether a child is having difficulty managing big emotions, a teen feels withdrawn or easily frustrated, or an adult is coping with stress, health challenges, or major life changes, I provide a supportive and safe space to help clients feel more grounded and confident.
I specialize in helping adults and couples heal from childhood trauma and grief. My clients grapple with daily tasks that can feel overwhelming and connecting with others often becomes a challenge. Fear of judgment or rejection can lead to withdrawal, resulting in feelings of loneliness and isolation. Symptoms such as low self-esteem, trust issues and intense emotional dysregulation make it difficult to reach out. Sleep is often disrupted by nightmares and flashbacks can bring back painful memories. Healing from trauma symptoms is possible and you don’t have to do this alone. With the right support you can reclaim your life.
I specialize in helping adults and couples heal from childhood trauma and grief. My clients grapple with daily tasks that can feel overwhelming and connecting with others often becomes a challenge. Fear of judgment or rejection can lead to withdrawal, resulting in feelings of loneliness and isolation. Symptoms such as low self-esteem, trust issues and intense emotional dysregulation make it difficult to reach out. Sleep is often disrupted by nightmares and flashbacks can bring back painful memories. Healing from trauma symptoms is possible and you don’t have to do this alone. With the right support you can reclaim your life.
Behavior Essentials provides parents the support they need in some of their most challenging times. As Certified Behavior Analyst, we provide parents strategies to manage behavior in a functional, systematic way. Private home or video consultations identify the purpose of challenging behavior, an individualized plan is created, resulting in parents becoming equipped with essential tools for meaningful change. This will allow parents to foster the behavior they would like to see from their children. We can work outside of traditional 9-5 hours & pride ourselves in involving multiple caregivers and assisting with coparenting.
Behavior Essentials provides parents the support they need in some of their most challenging times. As Certified Behavior Analyst, we provide parents strategies to manage behavior in a functional, systematic way. Private home or video consultations identify the purpose of challenging behavior, an individualized plan is created, resulting in parents becoming equipped with essential tools for meaningful change. This will allow parents to foster the behavior they would like to see from their children. We can work outside of traditional 9-5 hours & pride ourselves in involving multiple caregivers and assisting with coparenting.
I aim to help people that have survived tumultuous upbringings find ways to anchor themselves in the storm and live life with enthusiasm. Through varied experiences across multiple settings I have had the privilege of working with people of all backgrounds. Supporting you in your most vulnerable moments would be an honor and privilege. As someone that has or is currently experiencing highly stressful events you deserve a comfortable place to express yourself and experience healing with someone highly attuned and invested in you. I hope to foster a sense of safety, provide education, and empower individuals as they grow and heal.
I aim to help people that have survived tumultuous upbringings find ways to anchor themselves in the storm and live life with enthusiasm. Through varied experiences across multiple settings I have had the privilege of working with people of all backgrounds. Supporting you in your most vulnerable moments would be an honor and privilege. As someone that has or is currently experiencing highly stressful events you deserve a comfortable place to express yourself and experience healing with someone highly attuned and invested in you. I hope to foster a sense of safety, provide education, and empower individuals as they grow and heal.
I'm Roslyn Pursley a licensed clinical mental health counselor. I have been practicing for 16 years. I approach people's care from a trauma-sensitive and person-centered approach. I believe that healing comes from the relationship of trust built between the client and the therapist. Your lived experience and satisfaction in reaching your goals is paramount to achieving your therapy goals.
I'm Roslyn Pursley a licensed clinical mental health counselor. I have been practicing for 16 years. I approach people's care from a trauma-sensitive and person-centered approach. I believe that healing comes from the relationship of trust built between the client and the therapist. Your lived experience and satisfaction in reaching your goals is paramount to achieving your therapy goals.
I am a Nevada licensed clinical social worker as well as a Nevada licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor with 30 years of experience. Therapy can involve harm reduction or strictly abstinent-based approaches. Clinical interventions are offered in individual sessions. Emphasis for all treatment interventions is on the importance of creating a plan of care, based on close collaboration with the client. I assist my client in articulating what life area is needing change and to be clear on what the goal would be for that desired change.
I am a Nevada licensed clinical social worker as well as a Nevada licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor with 30 years of experience. Therapy can involve harm reduction or strictly abstinent-based approaches. Clinical interventions are offered in individual sessions. Emphasis for all treatment interventions is on the importance of creating a plan of care, based on close collaboration with the client. I assist my client in articulating what life area is needing change and to be clear on what the goal would be for that desired change.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. I work with individuals of all ages, couples, families and children.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. I work with individuals of all ages, couples, families and children.
I recently relocated from Reno, NV to Carson City, NV.
I am pleased and honored to have availability to assist more clients during these challenging times. I don't know if I am the right therapist for you, but we can find out together. I am compassionate and warm. I see the humanity, vulnerability and courage in all of us. Shame often prevents us from taking the steps that we need to take to be more aligned with our life paths. Together we can break down the obstacles that are preventing you from your full potential. Our work together will be about integration of self not the avoidance of our unwanted or wounded parts.
I recently relocated from Reno, NV to Carson City, NV.
I am pleased and honored to have availability to assist more clients during these challenging times. I don't know if I am the right therapist for you, but we can find out together. I am compassionate and warm. I see the humanity, vulnerability and courage in all of us. Shame often prevents us from taking the steps that we need to take to be more aligned with our life paths. Together we can break down the obstacles that are preventing you from your full potential. Our work together will be about integration of self not the avoidance of our unwanted or wounded parts.
Do you find yourself caught in repetitive, discouraging relationship interactions that leave you feeling disconnected and alone? Has a trust violation left you wondering whether you can move forward? You may be surprised to learn about the repair that can be achieved with research-based Emotionally Focused Therapy in Reno. EFT gets to the heart of the matter; with change you can hold onto. In therapy with me you'll experience talking connected from an emotionally authentic place. When partners can take each other in from this place it strengthens and deepens connection. You become more yourself in your relationship.
Do you find yourself caught in repetitive, discouraging relationship interactions that leave you feeling disconnected and alone? Has a trust violation left you wondering whether you can move forward? You may be surprised to learn about the repair that can be achieved with research-based Emotionally Focused Therapy in Reno. EFT gets to the heart of the matter; with change you can hold onto. In therapy with me you'll experience talking connected from an emotionally authentic place. When partners can take each other in from this place it strengthens and deepens connection. You become more yourself in your relationship.
I work with people who are ready to take control of their mental health, experience relief, and build resilience. My treatment philosophy is "together, forward" and I work with you to neutralize emotional pain, transform negative thoughts into an empowering growth mindset, and replace problematic reactions with healthy habits. I believe treatment should be goal-oriented, time-limited, and cost-effective and you can expect to develop specific goals, regularly track progress, and train outside of session to ensure therapy is working.
I work with people who are ready to take control of their mental health, experience relief, and build resilience. My treatment philosophy is "together, forward" and I work with you to neutralize emotional pain, transform negative thoughts into an empowering growth mindset, and replace problematic reactions with healthy habits. I believe treatment should be goal-oriented, time-limited, and cost-effective and you can expect to develop specific goals, regularly track progress, and train outside of session to ensure therapy is working.
Asking for help often requires immense courage, and it is crucial to have a steadfast companion in moments of vulnerability. Supporting individuals as they navigate their journey towards wellness is a deeply fulfilling endeavor, particularly when it involves addressing the challenges posed by addiction, trauma, crises, or relationship stressors. By standing as an unwavering advocate for health and safety, therapeutic work becomes not only a pathway to healing but also a beacon of hope in the darkest of times. Each individual's journey is unique by adopting a holistic lens where therapy embraces the whole self.
Asking for help often requires immense courage, and it is crucial to have a steadfast companion in moments of vulnerability. Supporting individuals as they navigate their journey towards wellness is a deeply fulfilling endeavor, particularly when it involves addressing the challenges posed by addiction, trauma, crises, or relationship stressors. By standing as an unwavering advocate for health and safety, therapeutic work becomes not only a pathway to healing but also a beacon of hope in the darkest of times. Each individual's journey is unique by adopting a holistic lens where therapy embraces the whole self.
If you are a millennial or Gen Z individual, you may know what it is like to experience challenging relationships with family members, partners, or even friends while trying to maintain your own boundaries and values. Maybe you grew up with parents who didn't understand you, or you are getting into more arguments with your partner. On the outside, you look like you are doing fine, but inside, you are filled with self-doubt or even anger. I work with clients who find themselves in challenging families or relationships and are ready to make a change for themselves.
If you are a millennial or Gen Z individual, you may know what it is like to experience challenging relationships with family members, partners, or even friends while trying to maintain your own boundaries and values. Maybe you grew up with parents who didn't understand you, or you are getting into more arguments with your partner. On the outside, you look like you are doing fine, but inside, you are filled with self-doubt or even anger. I work with clients who find themselves in challenging families or relationships and are ready to make a change for themselves.
Big life changes can be overwhelming. Sometimes the change is one we want; sometimes we have no control over what's happening. I specialize in helping navigate these life transitions and the struggles that can come with them, like anxiety, grief, unhealthy behaviors, or relationship stress.
Big life changes can be overwhelming. Sometimes the change is one we want; sometimes we have no control over what's happening. I specialize in helping navigate these life transitions and the struggles that can come with them, like anxiety, grief, unhealthy behaviors, or relationship stress.
The constant barrage of anxiety, the heavy fog of depression, and the relentless distractions of ADHD can leave you feeling completely overwhelmed, especially in the face of societal expectations placed on men. You're not alone in feeling like you've lost your sense of direction. Many men struggle with these challenges, often feeling pressured to suppress their emotions and maintain a facade of strength. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues, impacting your relationships, career, and overall well-being.
The constant barrage of anxiety, the heavy fog of depression, and the relentless distractions of ADHD can leave you feeling completely overwhelmed, especially in the face of societal expectations placed on men. You're not alone in feeling like you've lost your sense of direction. Many men struggle with these challenges, often feeling pressured to suppress their emotions and maintain a facade of strength. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues, impacting your relationships, career, and overall well-being.
Do you look “fine” while your mind won’t slow down and your body stays tense no matter what you try? When grief, old hurts, or a heavy season make you doubt your footing, do you wonder whether relief is even possible anymore? In my professional experience in direct client care I’ve learned that most people aren’t “too sensitive” or “too dramatic” , they’re carrying more than one nervous system can process. In therapy we make room to breathe, sort what’s urgent from what’s noisy, and practice changes small enough to live with between sessions so steadiness can return.
Do you look “fine” while your mind won’t slow down and your body stays tense no matter what you try? When grief, old hurts, or a heavy season make you doubt your footing, do you wonder whether relief is even possible anymore? In my professional experience in direct client care I’ve learned that most people aren’t “too sensitive” or “too dramatic” , they’re carrying more than one nervous system can process. In therapy we make room to breathe, sort what’s urgent from what’s noisy, and practice changes small enough to live with between sessions so steadiness can return.
My goal is to help you gain clarity about your current situation, guide you in managing your emotions, and empower you to confront your fears. Together, we can work on breaking down the barriers that may be holding you back from achieving your goals. By shifting your mindset today, you can significantly influence your future and move towards a place of freedom and fulfillment. I believe that through collaboration, we can develop a tailored plan that not only inspires change but also leads to tangible results. You are not alone in this journey, and together, we can navigate the path to a brighter tomorrow.
My goal is to help you gain clarity about your current situation, guide you in managing your emotions, and empower you to confront your fears. Together, we can work on breaking down the barriers that may be holding you back from achieving your goals. By shifting your mindset today, you can significantly influence your future and move towards a place of freedom and fulfillment. I believe that through collaboration, we can develop a tailored plan that not only inspires change but also leads to tangible results. You are not alone in this journey, and together, we can navigate the path to a brighter tomorrow.
I would like to offer you a safe place to land at the beginning or at the end of a stressful day. Let's explore your feelings and thoughts about things that have happened to you and identify your goals together. I like to reinforce the power of self-care and find options and alternative coping skills to live more stress-free using, psychoeducation and mindfulness techniques. I understand the relationship between emotional and physical pain and can help you find ways to heal and live a more connected existence with yourself and others. I am also bilingual and can provide therapy in Spanish.
I would like to offer you a safe place to land at the beginning or at the end of a stressful day. Let's explore your feelings and thoughts about things that have happened to you and identify your goals together. I like to reinforce the power of self-care and find options and alternative coping skills to live more stress-free using, psychoeducation and mindfulness techniques. I understand the relationship between emotional and physical pain and can help you find ways to heal and live a more connected existence with yourself and others. I am also bilingual and can provide therapy in Spanish.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families in improving their skills to further deepen their relationships. I primarily work from a solution-focused therapy framework while maintaining a focus on emotional awareness and healthy relationship building. My holistic approach creates a safe space for self-exploration and healing and I welcome all walks of life. Currently offer Telehealth and in person services.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families in improving their skills to further deepen their relationships. I primarily work from a solution-focused therapy framework while maintaining a focus on emotional awareness and healthy relationship building. My holistic approach creates a safe space for self-exploration and healing and I welcome all walks of life. Currently offer Telehealth and in person services.
My goal for each client is to help them get un-stuck. Whether you are a teenager struggling with self-esteem and depression, an adult struggling with anxiety and negative self-talk seeping in from past relationships, or a family struggling with parenting issues, poor communication, problem behaviors, and environmental stressors, I believe my background and training are well suited to assist in positively affecting change. I have experience as both an inpatient and outpatient therapist and feel the combination of these two worlds gives me a unique set of skills to serve you.
My goal for each client is to help them get un-stuck. Whether you are a teenager struggling with self-esteem and depression, an adult struggling with anxiety and negative self-talk seeping in from past relationships, or a family struggling with parenting issues, poor communication, problem behaviors, and environmental stressors, I believe my background and training are well suited to assist in positively affecting change. I have experience as both an inpatient and outpatient therapist and feel the combination of these two worlds gives me a unique set of skills to serve you.
Pull up a seat, let's chat for a minute. I'm glad you are here! This is a great start to finding the healing and growth you are looking for in your life and relationships. You may be wondering if therapy is right for you if you really need to go talk to a stranger about your innermost thoughts, feelings, and experiences. The truth is most everyone can benefit from having, at the very least, a sounding board, and at the most, a non-judgmental clinician who can assist you in moving through the stuckness you may be experiencing in your life.
Pull up a seat, let's chat for a minute. I'm glad you are here! This is a great start to finding the healing and growth you are looking for in your life and relationships. You may be wondering if therapy is right for you if you really need to go talk to a stranger about your innermost thoughts, feelings, and experiences. The truth is most everyone can benefit from having, at the very least, a sounding board, and at the most, a non-judgmental clinician who can assist you in moving through the stuckness you may be experiencing in your life.
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Number of Therapists in Sparks, NV
100+
Average cost per session
$148
Therapists in Sparks, NV who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 66% | Coping Skills |
| 63% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 75% | Aetna |
| 61% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 61% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Sparks, NV see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |