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Top therapists in Carson City, NV accepting new patients

Carson City residents can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 929 providers. Whether you're in downtown Carson City or surrounding neighborhoods, connect with providers who offer free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Jamie Baker

Jamie Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I believe therapy should feel supportive, grounding and challenging in order to help build real skills that make day-to-day life more enjoyable.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Aaron Bomer

Dr. Aaron Bomer

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gwen Smithson

Gwen Smithson

Therapist

Virtual • Reno, NV


With 17 years of experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents and children to help navigate life's transitions, stressors, and relational challenges.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jasmine Ouedraogo

Jasmine Ouedraogo

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I employ a thoughtful and adaptive communication style designed to foster a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ronald Faggins

Ronald Faggins

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


My name is Ron Morris, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience. I specialize in individual and couples therapy, working with trauma, attachment patterns, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and the patterns that underlie them. I am direct, honest, and collaborative. You'll get:

  • Clear, respectful feedback about patterns I'm observing
  • Practical tools you can use immediately
  • Understanding of the deeper beliefs and patterns underneath surface struggles
  • Accountability balanced with compassion
  • Respect for your pace, with gentle pushes toward growth

WHAT TO EXPECT IN OUR WORK

You can expect:

  • A safe, non-judgmental space to be fully honest
  • To understand the roots of what's happening, not just the symptoms
  • Practical skills and strategies you can use between sessions
  • Deeper insight into your patterns and what drives them
  • To be challenged respectfully
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lexi Mercado-Canty

Dr. Lexi Mercado-Canty

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I'm Dr. Lexi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and proud combat veteran based in Las Vegas, Nevada.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chinenye Chukwu

Chinenye Chukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“Chinenye believes that effective communication and patient involvement is the key to a successful treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Patricia Major

Patricia Major

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My goal is to provide a space where you can explore your feelings, gain insights, and develop practical strategies for overcoming challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Fadul

Olivia Fadul

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I am committed to an accessible, culturally responsive therapy space where you do not have to minimize important parts of yourself to be understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny DeSantis

Jenny DeSantis

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I help clients develop practical life skills that support emotional wellness and long-term success, including stress management, communication, boundary setting, problem-solving, decision-making, emotional regulation, time management, and healthy...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kyle Chaddick

Dr. Kyle Chaddick

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I take a collaborative, individualized approach to therapy, using evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kadie Nassi

Kadie Nassi

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, accepted, and encouraged to grow at your own pace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jackline Ngalame

Dr. Jackline Ngalame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada


I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management of ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your mental health journey.

I believe that every person's story is unique, so I take the time to understand your concerns, symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment goals before developing an individualized care plan. I incorporate medication management with supportive counseling and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and Motivational Interviewing, to help you build practical coping skills and achieve lasting improvement.

Whether you're struggling with difficulty focusing, persistent worry, overwhelming stress, low mood, emotional challenges, or life transitions, I work collaboratively with you to help you regain balance and improve your overall well-being. My focus is on delivering personalized, compassionate care that supports meaningful, long-term success in both your mental health and daily life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Timothy Hubbard

Timothy Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I view therapy as a collaborative partnership that views the client as the expert of their own life, through the many different therapies that I love to work through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Scandell

Rebecca Scandell

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


I have 26 years of experience dealing with individuals, couples, families in therapy. We will work together to develop plans that are unique and right for you.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeffrey LaSpina

Jeffrey LaSpina

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I seek to serve those who may feel anxious about life and life's changes. Those having challenges navigating relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vincente Mozell

Vincente Mozell

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“Clients appreciate my steady presence, humor, active listening, and ability to make hard conversations feel manageable.”
Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
George Holbrook

George Holbrook

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I am invested in an approach emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to helping my clients heal.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eli Sanchez

Eli Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“As an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) specializing in ADHD and anxiety, I offer a safe and supportive space for your journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Lopez

Christina Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction, & severe mental health illnesses.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adam Parker

Adam Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“Healing from trauma isn't linear, and I don't treat it like it is. I start where you are, not where a textbook says you should be.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tracey James

Tracey James

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My therapeutic objective is to support clients by providing an informed and considerate environment that encourages development and resilience.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dani Merriam

Dani Merriam

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I offer a warm, compassionate and open space for my clients to speak, be heard and receive feedback.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christy Rood

Christy Rood

Therapist

Virtual • Henderson, NV


“My approach to therapy is client-centered, which means that clients have the autonomy to choose the topics they wish to focus on during treatment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla

Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


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.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Steven "Kyle" Cardwell

Steven "Kyle" Cardwell

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I'm passionate about helping people understand themselves more fully and make meaningful, lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
KC West

KC West

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I am an eclectic practitioner who believes in using an individualized approach in order to promote your growth and emotional healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jean-Marie Schweizer

Jean-Marie Schweizer

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I work from an existential-humanistic perspective, focusing on individuals' meaning-making and recognizing their strive toward self-actualization.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Willetts

Ashley Willetts

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Henderson, NV


“My approach is rooted in empathy, clinical insight, and a deep commitment to treating the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Diane Tolentino Smith

Diane Tolentino Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


I offer a space where rigorous thinking and genuine connection work together. I draw on psychoeducation and clinical reasoning to help adults make sense of complex patterns in their relationships, identities, and the systems that shape daily life. I see clients remotely throughout California and Nevada, with one goal: moving you from insight to sustainable progress.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kayla Szykowny

Kayla Szykowny

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My goal is to provide you with a warm, safe environment to feel heard and supported with what you're here to work on.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Andrea Hansen

Andrea Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I think everyone deserves a space to feel comfortable and validated and I hope to always provide this with my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Munju Anna Chung

Munju Anna Chung

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative... Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Trauma-Informed.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Whitney Fulmer

Whitney Fulmer

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“I bring this same sense of joy, creativity, and connection into my therapy sessions, fostering an environment where clients can feel safe, understood, and empowered to heal and grow.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariana Kyte

Ariana Kyte

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Reno, NV


“You will feel heard, listened to and supported. I am not interested in jumping in and giving you ideas until you know what you want...”
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diane Schroder

Diane Schroder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Reno, NV


“I am passionate about helping children, teens, and adults navigate life's challenges and move toward more fulfilling and meaningful lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Morgan Metzger

Morgan Metzger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Reno, NV


“I can relate to dealing with anxiety, professional and personal stress, and feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Melisa Heckathorn

Melisa Heckathorn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Yerington, NV


“My style balances genuine compassion with honesty, so you get real support along with real strategies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nathanael Mellum

Nathanael Mellum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Reno, NV


“My style is approachable yet no-nonsense—I believe in being genuine and practical while helping clients move toward lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Carson City, NV

Number of therapists serving Carson City, NV
There are over 930 therapists in Carson City, NV accepting new patients.
930+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 83%Trauma
  • 78%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 2%Tagalog
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 20%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in Carson City, NV

Searching for therapists in Carson City starts with knowing what kind of support you want. You may be looking for care related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, or a major life transition. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your needs. A therapist’s bio can also show their approach to care, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or support for couples and families.

In a smaller city like Carson City, the number of nearby therapists may be more limited than in larger Nevada markets. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still keeping you connected with a therapist licensed in Nevada. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how each therapist describes their style, session structure, and experience with concerns similar to yours.

Therapy in Carson City can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, shows estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and lets you choose between virtual and in-person options when available. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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