Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Carson City, NV

Immediate for in person or virtual availability for clients throughout Las Vegas, Reno, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and all of Nevada.

I am Alexander Linderman, LCPC, NCC, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II). Since beginning my counseling internship in July 2021, I have accumulated nearly five years of clinical experience helping adults and couples who look fine on the outside but quietly carry anxiety that will not quit, PTSD symptoms, relationship strain, depression, grief, burnout, or faith-related stress. Many of my clients are professionals, parents, and partners who have tried to push through on their own and are now ready for real, lasting change.

My style is direct yet warm, inquisitive, and gently challenging. I combine advanced trauma expertise with practical, evidence-based tools so you can move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling calm, connected, and in control. When it fits your values and goals, I can integrate Christian faith-based perspectives in a respectful, non-judgmental way to support deeper healing and meaning.

You do not have to carry this alone anymore. If you want a trauma-informed counselor who delivers measurable progress instead of endless talking, you are in the right place.

I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking to change their lives for the better. I specialize in anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma. I help clients feel confident about the areas of life that they can control while coping with the ones they cannot, like other people and certain life circumstances. If you would like to feel more empowered and in control of your life, we will likely be a great fit! Let's get started today.

Two decades of clinical excellence.

Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla's path to becoming a clinician began at age 13 with the sudden loss of her father — an experience that planted the seed of her life's purpose: to be the kind of support she needed during her own darkest moments.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society from UC Santa Barbara, her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California, and her Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from USC.

Over two decades, she has served as a Medical Social Worker, Case Manager, and Behavioral Health Therapist — bringing doctoral-level depth, board-certified credentials, and genuine compassion to every client she works with.

Therapy with me is about understanding yourself, learning new skills, and building a life that feels worth living. My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself without fear of judgment while we work together to understand what's keeping you stuck and develop practical strategies for moving forward. I believe every client deserves an individualized approach.

Reaching out for support takes courage, and I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, understood, and accepted. Since 2018, I've had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, with a special passion for providing affirming, culturally responsive care to members of the LGBTQ+ and Latinx communities. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can show up as your authentic self and feel supported every step of the way.

As a bilingual, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with Indigenous roots and lived immigrant experience, I founded Cristal Psykare to close the gap in accessible, affordable mental health care. With clinical experience across the lifespan and specialties in ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance use, I offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive care in both English and Spanish.