Hey there,
Let’s talk about therapy! Talk therapy is a great way to discuss things in your life that cause distress while forging new skills to manage that overwhelm.
Hi, I’m Felisia!
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Therapist)
I gained my education at University of Nevada Reno with a major in Social Work and a minor in Sociology. Social work leads with the concept of social change, development, cohesion and empowerment of the individual and community. I have worked with communities in downtown San Francisco, East Bay (CA) and now Nevada.
Outside of my profession, my passions consist of traveling, being outdoors and reading.
I am a LCSW located in Reno, Nevada, however I am virtually accessible across the states of Nevada and California. My training in DBT provides guidance to be able to work with those who want to increase their skills in areas of mindfulness, regulating emotions, tolerating stress, and balancing relationships. My Level 3 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy provides me the ability to guide couples toward ways to manage conflict, build friendship and increase shared meaning.
I strategize with my clients to develop ways to increase effectiveness, whether that be in their personal, work and/or social life. Life is hard and most people are already doing the best they can with the skills they have. In therapy, we work towards filling your skill box for various life experiences, big or small.
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Continuing Education
As s licensed clinician I am required to stay informed and constantly update my knowledge (and approaches) appropriately to meet the needs of the community in the most ethical way.
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Working with Individuals, Couples & Families across the states of Nevada & California
We can only engage in the way we have learned how to, regardless if maladaptive or healthy. We all experience emotions, sometimes we just don’t know how to tolerate the unpleasant ones. Therapy can help with this!
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Building connections
To our past and current selves all while including the people around us in a way that is sustainable and effective.
Couples…
With Gottman Method Couples Therapy we really dive into what makes a marriage/relationship work. We create a space that is inclusive of learning new ways to communicate needs and manage conflict. Within this evidence base approach is 40+ years of research around approaches that have been proven successful.
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Individuals…
Emotions can feel overwhelming BIG at times. Something to remember is that we are supposed to feel emotions, even the unpleasant ones as they help guide our reactions. In therapy, learning how to manage our reactions to emotions becomes possible. This is a great space to learn how to increase skill knowledge and realistically applying them to day to day functioning.
Families…
Fostering an environment for honest, respectful and effective communication isn’t always easy when life is hitting the family dynamic HARD. In family therapy, we learn about validation, value systems and interpersonal effectiveness to express our needs in a safe and effective way.
Benefits of therapy…
increased self-esteem and confidence
thought processing
managing anxiety with skill use
effective communication skills
identifying triggers and vulnerabilities
& many MORE benefits
"Therapy is a gift. It is a chance to finally be heard, understood and supported."
-Bessel Van Der Kolk
Let’s Connect!
Establishing services can sometimes feel overwhelming and often times we are unsure as to where to start. Connecting for a free 15 minute consultation can allow for further exploration of services and frequency of needs. It also provides a chance to determine if I would be a good fit for you.
FAQs
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I offer psychotherapy for children (ages 8+), adolescents, teens, adults, couples and families. In this space, we might work on ways to manage distress, increase mindfulness, engage in career counseling, explore academic stressors, boundary work, learn to regulate emotions, navigate relationships, transitioning into parenthood, managing anxiety and depression.
Everyone's reason for seeking therapy is unique. Send me a message and we can consult as to whether I am a good fit for your want/need to access therapy!
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Private Pay: This is a great option when wanting to avoid insurance claims and gain flexibility of scheduling.
Insurance: I am credentialed with Aetna, UHC, Lyra, and Hometown Health. I would recommend checking with your insurance provider to see if I am in-network and what that would look like financially for you.
Out-of-Network: This means I am not credentialed with your insurance company, however some insurance companies do offer OON benefits which may allow you to pay for services upfront and submit a superbill for possible reimbursement with your insurance company. I can provide you a superbill.
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This is a great question and often asked! Timelines depend on the client(s). A therapeutic space can be used for many reasons, sometimes a situational outcome which may result in a shorter length engagement and sometimes for more extensive reasons which may result in a lengthier engagement . Our mind and bodies take time to adjust to new beliefs, behaviors and skills.
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy: this is an evidence-based modality that is a form of talk therapy for individuals with very intense emotional experiences. This modality is often ideal for individuals with borderline personality disorder and suicide ideations, however it is extremely helpful for all when wanting to increase mindfulness, communication effectiveness, managing distress, and regulating emotions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: this is an evidence-based modality that is used to change our thinking patterns. It also creates space to gain a better understanding of behaviors and motivation of the people around you.
Gottman Method Couples Therapy: this is an evidence-based modality that is great for couples looking to increase intimacy, respect and affection.
I have also received training in other modalities and techniques such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Suicide Prevention, Anxiety Management, etc.