Parenting Therapists in South Reno, Reno, NV

We are all on a journey in life.Family, work, relationships, marriage, kids...need I say more? There are times in life when we feel stressed beyond repair, helpless, maybe even hopeless. During these difficult times it can be hard to ask for help. If you make the first step, I'll come along side of you and aid in your your journey towards health, balance, and happiness. I assist individuals, couples, families, and children through difficult situations with understanding, acceptance, and with genuine caring. I will collaborate with you to help guide your journey, as we work together to find health and wellness.

I believe it requires an incredible amount of courage to begin therapy. If you are looking at this site for a therapist, you have already tapped into your courage. I believe in a person's capacity to change and heal. Everyone deserves to live a life free from their past and the opportunity to heal any unresolved pain. I want to help you achieve the best possible you! Let's work together to find purpose, health, fulfillment, and well-being.

My ideal client is motivated for change, open to new challenges, and is willing to consider new ideas. Sometimes this is the individual who presents for services, other times this is a concerned parent or caregiver who is seeking out help for a child or teen and who is looking for professional guidance.

I imagine you are here because you're not really feeling okay. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelming sadness or worry, maybe you’re struggling through constant conflict with your spouse and a hoping to regain connection and peace with one another. Maybe you’re unsure of how to move forward after the loss of a loved one. Or maybe you’re struggling to parent and connect with your child the way you hoped. Whatever brings you here, I will be a safe place for you and your family.

I'm a therapist offering virtual individual sessions to help you navigate the challenges that come up in your life. I am currently under the supervision of Krystal Smith, PsyD working toward California licensure. I pride myself in being able to create a compassionate, safe, authentic, and collaborative space where you can express yourself freely, explore difficult topics, and gently strategize to help you move forward in your healing and goals. I specifically tailor my approach to meet your unique needs using CBT, DBT, Narrative, Interpersonal, Grief, and other trauma-informed therapies.

My approach is strengths-based, collaborative and integrative--with adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and couples. Many of my clients have been highly traumatized, sometimes w/complex PTSD &/or dissociative disorders. Other issues include depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, substance use and/or addictions; domestic conflict; need for parenting education and support; compromised physical health/chronic pain issues, onset of dementia, grief about aging & general grief/loss. Our goals include [trauma] recovery with expanded social, medical and mental health supports.

I often work with clients who struggle with anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. My goal is to have clients leave therapy feeling authentic, self-assured, and able to create meaning from their experiences. As a clinical intern, I conducted out-patient individual, family, and couples counseling. I have worked with families with children as young as 5 years old through a Child Parent Psychotherapy approach and thoroughly enjoy working with teens. I strive to meet clients where they are at in whatever they are facing and walk alongside them.

I have been working with children and adults in the mental health field for 25 years. I have training in the following evidence based practices: Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Structural Dissociation, EMDR, DBT and Motivational Interviewing. I work with a variety of age groups who are interested in making positive changes and finding peace of mind. I have specialized training in the treatment of trauma and abuse, grief and loss, mood disorders, behavior disorders, women's issues, and parenting. I am a certified clinical trauma professional.

**Now accepting new individual clients 18+.** I offer one office day on Thursdays and teletherapy other days/times. I provide support and guidance within a safe and non-judgemental environment. Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to begin a partnership with you. I’d love to help you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery through compassionate insight and effective strategies that promote well-being and self-empowerment. “Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light." Brene' Brown

I work with couples and families who are feeling overwhelmed with stress and dissatisfaction within themselves and with the people they care most about. Improved communication and resolved conflict can restore relationships and enhance overall well-being. Understanding your own needs and taking care of personal struggles can also be a great start.

I practice psychology as a profession, and focus much of my hobbies around self-improvement. I made a vow to myself early in my career that I would create the life that made therapy most effective for others, and would maintain accountability for changes to be made in my life to be of service to others. When it comes to addressing psychological suffering we must consider the paradox of wanting to start, knowing where to put our attention, and ultimately, to begin the journey of change. Transformational psychotherapy is the discovery and exploration of mental clarity, self-restraint, connection, autonomy, and authenticity.

My ideal client is interested in discovering new ways to manage difficult circumstances that life can present. They are change-oriented and looking to learn more about ways to grow and/or develop a growth-mindset. My ideal client is not perfect, and is also ready to accept that healing and change are a process and continual commit

Danielle Fargo is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Reno, Nevada. Her educational background consists of a master’s degree in Counseling (Marriage, Couple, and Family specialization) from the University of Nevada, Reno, and bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Sociology. Danielle began her career as a therapist serving children and adolescents with significant mental and behavioral health needs. Danielle has clinical experience with families, couples, and individuals, including those with significant grief and trauma, and has trauma certifications for both adults and adolescents.

Are you ready to take your power back and have control of your anxiety and depression? If so, I am here for you and I will walk alongside you. I believe that creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship leads to successful outcomes, and with your input, I will tailor my approach to your needs. My therapeutic style is mostly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the lenses of family dynamics.

As someone who coached volleyball around the country for years, I have coached and interacted with a variety of children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. Through coaching volleyball, I learned that my passion for helping others and coaching could eventually bring about a bigger purpose for me. Helping others to cope with a variety of life’s challenges while also decreasing negative self talk and increasing self love are some of the aspects I enjoy focusing on in session.

Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in understanding and addressing the complexities of trauma. As a trauma-informed social worker, I recognize the deep impact that trauma can have on individuals' lives and well-being. My approach is rooted in creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered to embark on their healing journey.

I am a seasoned therapist who is experienced in trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, couples, adolescents, adults, widows and widowers. I also hold a substance abuse license, have run programs, and worked extensively in this area.

Life sometimes presents challenges that require one to seek out help. Oftentimes, those challenges can be learning experiences that help one grow and heal. Do you need help with a specific problem that is affecting your life or do you just need general guidance about discovering who you are? My aim is to meet you where you are currently and then partner with you to find solutions for your mental health concerns. Making the decision to seek out therapy can be difficult for some and I will work to make the experience comfortable, safe, and as non-judgmental as possible.

I offer a warm and empathetic environment where we will focus on your goals and needs. As we build rapport and establish your counseling goals, I will gently challenge you to get where you want to go. Sessions are goal oriented and directive.