Parenting Therapists in Sparks, NV

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Michelle Sprague
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sparks, NV 89436  (Online Only)
Over the last 10 years, I have helped clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual identity, gender identity, divorce, relationship conflict and parenting skills.
Accepting New Clients! Telehealth Only...I specialize in working with LGBTQ, individuals, couples, and their families. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, I'm here to walk with you on your journey and help you be your true authentic self. I have focused on helping adolescents and adults with issues such as trauma, anxiety, mood instability, and conflictual relationships. My clients learn to communicate and build healthy relationships, as well as build self-esteem along the way.
Over the last 10 years, I have helped clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual identity, gender identity, divorce, relationship conflict and parenting skills.
Accepting New Clients! Telehealth Only...I specialize in working with LGBTQ, individuals, couples, and their families. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, I'm here to walk with you on your journey and help you be your true authentic self. I have focused on helping adolescents and adults with issues such as trauma, anxiety, mood instability, and conflictual relationships. My clients learn to communicate and build healthy relationships, as well as build self-esteem along the way.
(775) 964-4366 View (775) 964-4366
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Katy Brockway
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sparks, NV 89431
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.
(775) 636-7858 View (775) 636-7858
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Constance Hightower LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89436
My experience includes private practice and work with courts, state/county divisions of child and family welfare, foster care/ adoption, high schools and colleges, My expertise extends to adolescents and adults focusing on attachment, trauma, grief and loss, anger management, adjustment to sudden life changes, depression, anxiety, and parenting.
We are all involved in a constant effort to balance our lives; to restore belief in our own power to face challenges that are sometimes overwhelming. We want someone to hear our story in a safe and non-judgmental space in order to gain fresh insight into our own abilities and to recover from the initial feelings of helplessness and confusion. Individualized guidance, can lead to the discovery of one’s own strengths and a gradual movement towards solutions that can be developed, in partnership, to restore that balance that we all strive to maintain when challenges leave us without answers, defeated and feeling powerless.
My experience includes private practice and work with courts, state/county divisions of child and family welfare, foster care/ adoption, high schools and colleges, My expertise extends to adolescents and adults focusing on attachment, trauma, grief and loss, anger management, adjustment to sudden life changes, depression, anxiety, and parenting.
We are all involved in a constant effort to balance our lives; to restore belief in our own power to face challenges that are sometimes overwhelming. We want someone to hear our story in a safe and non-judgmental space in order to gain fresh insight into our own abilities and to recover from the initial feelings of helplessness and confusion. Individualized guidance, can lead to the discovery of one’s own strengths and a gradual movement towards solutions that can be developed, in partnership, to restore that balance that we all strive to maintain when challenges leave us without answers, defeated and feeling powerless.
(775) 306-9496 View (775) 306-9496
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Sierra Counseling Center
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MFT, LADC
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431
A Mindfulness-Based approach is central to our programs. We provide individual, group, couples, and family counseling sessions to resolve problems related to couples communication, substance abuse, anger, domestic violence, parenting and grief issues. We offer an exceptional reduced fee program for sessions provided by interns supervised by a MFT and LADC. Many of our clients have been mandated by the courts to attend programs for DUI/substance abuse/dependence, domestic violence, anger management, and/or parenting.
A Mindfulness-Based approach is central to our programs. We provide individual, group, couples, and family counseling sessions to resolve problems related to couples communication, substance abuse, anger, domestic violence, parenting and grief issues. We offer an exceptional reduced fee program for sessions provided by interns supervised by a MFT and LADC. Many of our clients have been mandated by the courts to attend programs for DUI/substance abuse/dependence, domestic violence, anger management, and/or parenting.
(775) 863-4344 View (775) 863-4344
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Katie Nolin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431
I work with clients who have a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, and parenting problems. I have training in a variety of clinical modalities that are effective in helping clients overcome problems and accomplish goals.
I work with clients who have a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, and parenting problems. I have training in a variety of clinical modalities that are effective in helping clients overcome problems and accomplish goals.
(775) 737-9001 View (775) 737-9001
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Debbie Rasmussen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89436
I also hold certifications in EMDR, custody evaluations, and co- parent counseling.
You know the type of therapists they show on TV or in the movies? The therapists who only ask you, “how does that make you feel?” and only speak in dull voices that would make anyone fall asleep? I can assure you – I am definitely not that type of therapist! I am personable, genuine, and laid-back. My style is warm and depth-oriented. I think it is essential to offer a space where you can feel safe to be honest about what is happening in your life. Whether you’re dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression or struggling with a life transition, it is the relationship between you and me that leads to insight and healing.
I also hold certifications in EMDR, custody evaluations, and co- parent counseling.
You know the type of therapists they show on TV or in the movies? The therapists who only ask you, “how does that make you feel?” and only speak in dull voices that would make anyone fall asleep? I can assure you – I am definitely not that type of therapist! I am personable, genuine, and laid-back. My style is warm and depth-oriented. I think it is essential to offer a space where you can feel safe to be honest about what is happening in your life. Whether you’re dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression or struggling with a life transition, it is the relationship between you and me that leads to insight and healing.
(775) 863-8917 View (775) 863-8917
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Beverly J. Paschal PhD
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, MFT, IO
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89434
Specialties include: TRAUMA and LOSS, First Responders; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; Hoarding; Co- Parenting Mediation; and working with Divorced Parents to Mediate a smooth Parenting Plan and Transition.
I am in my 28th year of practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated in March 2016 with dual PhD degree's. One PhD is in Clinical Psychology and the other is in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. I find great success working with "high conflict" divorce and custody issues, in order to make life easier for all involved. I do custody evaluations and reunifications. I work with First Responders, especially regarding Critical Incidents and PTSD. I also specialize in Trichotillomania (hair pulling). I also work with people of all ages with OCD.
Specialties include: TRAUMA and LOSS, First Responders; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; Hoarding; Co- Parenting Mediation; and working with Divorced Parents to Mediate a smooth Parenting Plan and Transition.
I am in my 28th year of practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated in March 2016 with dual PhD degree's. One PhD is in Clinical Psychology and the other is in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. I find great success working with "high conflict" divorce and custody issues, in order to make life easier for all involved. I do custody evaluations and reunifications. I work with First Responders, especially regarding Critical Incidents and PTSD. I also specialize in Trichotillomania (hair pulling). I also work with people of all ages with OCD.
(775) 257-8761 View (775) 257-8761
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Lisa F Almada
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, MFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431
I bring life experience to my practice and the counseling relationship that includes marriage, divorce, remarriage, multicultural family issues, parenting, grandparenting, aging, grief and bereavement.
It is my experience that "Life Happens" and sometimes we just don't have the tools to help us through the difficult times. Regardless of whether problems are small or large or even huge, they can add additional stress and anxiety to our already busy lives. When issues affect our relationships, our work and/or our health, it is time to seek help and support.
I bring life experience to my practice and the counseling relationship that includes marriage, divorce, remarriage, multicultural family issues, parenting, grandparenting, aging, grief and bereavement.
It is my experience that "Life Happens" and sometimes we just don't have the tools to help us through the difficult times. Regardless of whether problems are small or large or even huge, they can add additional stress and anxiety to our already busy lives. When issues affect our relationships, our work and/or our health, it is time to seek help and support.
(775) 773-4033 View (775) 773-4033
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Desiree Cowden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, CSW-Int
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89434
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.
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.
(775) 383-7046 View (775) 383-7046
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Sabrina Allbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sparks, NV 89431
I provide services for individuals, couples, families, grief, anxiety, depression, attachment, adjusting to life changes, parenting, women's issues, self-esteem and beyond.
I believe in a holistic approach to that considers the unique experience of each individual, couple, and family. I help clients build self-efficacy and compassion to heal and move forward to live a fulfilling life. I believe the challenges we are faced with are opportunities to grow and learn who we are and what we want in life. I provide a safe and judgment-free space to focus your unique experiences and help you gain a deeper understanding of your authentic self and emotional experience while utilizing mindfulness and exploring purpose and meaning. My primary modalities include attachment, emotion-focused, and person-centered.
I provide services for individuals, couples, families, grief, anxiety, depression, attachment, adjusting to life changes, parenting, women's issues, self-esteem and beyond.
I believe in a holistic approach to that considers the unique experience of each individual, couple, and family. I help clients build self-efficacy and compassion to heal and move forward to live a fulfilling life. I believe the challenges we are faced with are opportunities to grow and learn who we are and what we want in life. I provide a safe and judgment-free space to focus your unique experiences and help you gain a deeper understanding of your authentic self and emotional experience while utilizing mindfulness and exploring purpose and meaning. My primary modalities include attachment, emotion-focused, and person-centered.
(775) 404-7018 View (775) 404-7018
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Dr. Lynda J. Ross
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sparks, NV 89436
Therapy focuses on helping you resolve problems related to relationship issues, behavioral issues, communication skills, personal development, and parenting skills.
Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist for more than 20 years. Providing individual, family, marriage, and couples counseling. Specific areas of focus are Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Family and Relationship Conflict.
Therapy focuses on helping you resolve problems related to relationship issues, behavioral issues, communication skills, personal development, and parenting skills.
Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist for more than 20 years. Providing individual, family, marriage, and couples counseling. Specific areas of focus are Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Family and Relationship Conflict.
(775) 235-4356 View (775) 235-4356
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Karen Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431
Everyone has a story. Some stories are happy and times of celebration, while others are disappointing and filled with grief. How is life defining you so far? We are intended to live life to our fullest. I believe therapy can be a positive and enriching experience for anyone. Through the development of a safe and trusting relationship, we can begin the journey of reaching goals, finding meaning, healing, and growth. I have a lengthy background in church ministry and pastoral counseling. As a mom of three and having been married for 34 years, I bring extensive life experience along with formal education to the counseling session.
Everyone has a story. Some stories are happy and times of celebration, while others are disappointing and filled with grief. How is life defining you so far? We are intended to live life to our fullest. I believe therapy can be a positive and enriching experience for anyone. Through the development of a safe and trusting relationship, we can begin the journey of reaching goals, finding meaning, healing, and growth. I have a lengthy background in church ministry and pastoral counseling. As a mom of three and having been married for 34 years, I bring extensive life experience along with formal education to the counseling session.
(725) 888-4969 View (725) 888-4969
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Jackie Jensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89434  (Online Only)
You can expect to gain tools and strategies in your first session that are completely relevant to your needs. If you are able, willing, and ready to invest in your marriage and family; call or email today!
You can expect to gain tools and strategies in your first session that are completely relevant to your needs. If you are able, willing, and ready to invest in your marriage and family; call or email today!
(775) 538-6611 View (775) 538-6611
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Kimberly Brookman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MPH, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431
I believe the human spirit is very resilient and capable of continued growth and development throughout our lives. However, at times, each of us can feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Strategies that worked previously are no longer providing results, leaving us feeling frustrated, lost, or despondent. During these times, there is benefit in seeking outside, objective counsel to help overcome the current challenge and assist one in returning to a healthy, productive life.
I believe the human spirit is very resilient and capable of continued growth and development throughout our lives. However, at times, each of us can feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Strategies that worked previously are no longer providing results, leaving us feeling frustrated, lost, or despondent. During these times, there is benefit in seeking outside, objective counsel to help overcome the current challenge and assist one in returning to a healthy, productive life.
(775) 318-5745 View (775) 318-5745
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Behavior Essentials
MA, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431
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.
(702) 602-8874 View (702) 602-8874
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Tracey Somers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89436
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I provide compassionate and effective therapy to help clients meet their goals. I specialized in working with moms, in all stages of motherhood struggling with anxiety and depression. As a millennial mom of three, I get how challenging it can be! I am committed to providing you with the tools you need to build resilience, enhance self-awareness, and develop effective coping strategies.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I provide compassionate and effective therapy to help clients meet their goals. I specialized in working with moms, in all stages of motherhood struggling with anxiety and depression. As a millennial mom of three, I get how challenging it can be! I am committed to providing you with the tools you need to build resilience, enhance self-awareness, and develop effective coping strategies.
(775) 618-0823 View (775) 618-0823
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Jesse DeHaven
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, LADC, CSW-i
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sparks, NV 89431
Life has its way of dealing us difficult cards, but it doesn’t define us. I strive to bring an empathetic, collaborative, and nonjudgmental approach to counseling with individuals, teens, and kids. I get excited about helping others find their best path to a meaningful life. Combined with a solid educational background in Social Work and Addiction Treatment, I am well-equipped to help guide you towards the life you want. My mission is to empower you on a journey towards self-love and personal growth while fostering healthy relationships with yourself and those around you.
Life has its way of dealing us difficult cards, but it doesn’t define us. I strive to bring an empathetic, collaborative, and nonjudgmental approach to counseling with individuals, teens, and kids. I get excited about helping others find their best path to a meaningful life. Combined with a solid educational background in Social Work and Addiction Treatment, I am well-equipped to help guide you towards the life you want. My mission is to empower you on a journey towards self-love and personal growth while fostering healthy relationships with yourself and those around you.
(775) 542-9662 View (775) 542-9662
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Kara Yegge
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431  (Online Only)
Compassion, respect and inclusion are the core values of my practice. Change hits us all differently, so therapy is not one-size-fits-all. My goal is to help you explore your authentic self, to develop the talents and strengths unique to your lived experience and navigate that change more effectively. "We must not allow other people's limited perceptions to define us." - Virginia Satir
Compassion, respect and inclusion are the core values of my practice. Change hits us all differently, so therapy is not one-size-fits-all. My goal is to help you explore your authentic self, to develop the talents and strengths unique to your lived experience and navigate that change more effectively. "We must not allow other people's limited perceptions to define us." - Virginia Satir
(775) 964-4141 View (775) 964-4141
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Theravada Mental Health LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC, CSW-I
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89436
*ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS* Although we're located in Clark County, we also serve all areas of Nevada. Coming to terms with the possibility that we may need support of any kind can be difficult, and once you’ve identified that need, finding a therapist to best suit your needs may prove to be even more difficult. It is paramount to our practice that client-centered treatment begins with your peace of mind, clarity, and feeling a strong presence of therapeutic support. We have clinicians on staff Monday - Sunday and on evenings and weekends via telehealth.
*ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS* Although we're located in Clark County, we also serve all areas of Nevada. Coming to terms with the possibility that we may need support of any kind can be difficult, and once you’ve identified that need, finding a therapist to best suit your needs may prove to be even more difficult. It is paramount to our practice that client-centered treatment begins with your peace of mind, clarity, and feeling a strong presence of therapeutic support. We have clinicians on staff Monday - Sunday and on evenings and weekends via telehealth.
(702) 829-5303 View (702) 829-5303
Allan R Mandell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Sparks, NV 89431  (Online Only)
Life is a journey with many opportunities for personal growth. How each experience affects us is as individual as we are human beings. When significant problems arise, recognizing your need for help is the first step. Finding a professional to trust is the second. Therapy is an opportunity to explore new ideas and learn new ways to navigate life's path with confidence and self-awareness. I welcome the opportunity to travel that path with you for a short time, and help you discover new directions toward greater peace and happiness.
Life is a journey with many opportunities for personal growth. How each experience affects us is as individual as we are human beings. When significant problems arise, recognizing your need for help is the first step. Finding a professional to trust is the second. Therapy is an opportunity to explore new ideas and learn new ways to navigate life's path with confidence and self-awareness. I welcome the opportunity to travel that path with you for a short time, and help you discover new directions toward greater peace and happiness.
(775) 273-6083 View (775) 273-6083
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Parenting Therapists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.