Therapists in Reno: About Us

Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates serves the mental health needs of couples, individuals, and families in Nevada. We can help you find the right therapist in Reno.

Our practice exists in the effort to equip people toward increased understanding, connection, wholeness and purpose. 

Founded in 2009 by Reno therapist Cornelius (Con) Sheehan, LCSW, we've grown with intention, into a leading provider of attachment-based counseling in Reno.

Our small, collaborative group of Reno, NV therapists prioritizes compassionate, non-judgmental care from the very first contact.

We uphold honoring and loving others as a core value regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, political preference and/or ability. As part of our holistic approach, we always welcome incorporating clients' personal values and faith beliefs into our sessions. 

Find Your Therapist in Reno

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Tammy Sheehan, Admin Lead

therapists in Reno, Tammy Sheehan

Care Coordinator and Administrative Lead

Welcome to Our Therapy Practice in Reno

Welcome to our practice specializing in EFT couple therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, and individual counseling in Reno! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but we’re here to make the process seamless and welcoming. From the moment you contact us by phone or email, our priority is to create a warm, supportive, and confidential environment. Your therapeutic journey begins with that initial connection.

Your First Contact with Our Team

I, or a member of our team, will be your first point of contact. Our caring, non-judgmental, and experienced EFT therapists in Reno will take the time to listen to your needs and concerns. We’ll conduct a brief, non-clinical assessment to ensure our practice is the right fit for you. We understand that seeking help is a significant decision, and we want you to feel confident and comfortable in your choice of therapist.

How We Make the Process Easy

Once we confirm a good fit, we’ll guide you through scheduling your first appointment and completing any required paperwork. Our practice is fully paperless, meaning all necessary documentation is completed through our secure, HIPAA-compliant online portal. Here’s how to get started:

  1. After the initial intake, we email each client an invitation to the portal. You may also arrange a brief consultation with one of our therapists.
  2. Complete the online forms within 36 hours to hold your appointment.
  3. Attend your first appointment.
  4. Use the portal’s online scheduling feature for future appointments.

If anything feels difficult, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Attachment-Based Therapy in Reno

Our practice specializes in attachment-based EFT marriage, individual, family, and couple counseling. We believe this approach offers a powerful path to healing and growth. Whether you’re seeking to improve your relationships, address family dynamics, or explore personal challenges, our commitment is to make this journey accessible and supportive for you.

Call us at 775-235-2205 to learn more about EFT couple counseling, individual or family therapy, or EFT marriage therapy in Reno. We’ll help you schedule a no-cost consultation with one of our therapists.

Hillary Harris, CPC-I, therapist in Reno, NV at Emotional & Relationship Health Counseling Associates. Christian counselor. July, 2024 photo
Hillary Harris, CPC-I

Hillary Harris, PCP-I therapist in Reno

Meet Hillary Harris

Hi, I’m Hillary Harris, a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern, therapist in Reno. Whether you’re experiencing loneliness, misunderstanding, disconnection or unhealed wounds, I can help. I have specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a gold-standard for relationship counseling. I also do attachment-based EFT for individuals (EFIT). Additionally, for those interested, I am also comfortable incorporating Christian faith-based principles to support the client’s personal values and belief.

Research consistently shows that a strong therapeutic relationship, also called the therapeutic alliance, is vital for successful treatment. My goal is to create a supportive and collaborative environment where we can build emotional and relationship resilience. Using my specialized training, I help clients identify and disrupt negative cycles to foster lasting change. I’m passionate about working with couples, first responders, military personnel, those experiencing relationship loss, and individuals with PTSD. Additionally, I am part of a highly-collaborative team and do regular case consultation with our Clinical Director, Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW.

My military experience gives me insight into the unique challenges of high-stress jobs with chronic exposure to intense content.

At Emotional and Relationship Health Counseling Associates, our team provides attentive and personalized support. If you’re searching for a therapist in Reno, call us. We can discuss our approach and see if we’re the right fit. We offer a free consultation.

My standard session fee is $120. Our team is here to help you navigate your challenges and support your healing and growth. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. This is your first step towards improving your emotional wellbeing and relationship health. I look forward to supporting you on the path of self-awareness, self-acceptance, joy, and meaning.

Ages 18-years+

Hillary Harris Specialties and Expertise

Hillary’s Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Veterans

Addiction

Anxiety

Codependency

Depression

Divorce

Family Conflict

First Responders

Grief

Life Transitions

Marital and Premarital

Spirituality

Stress

Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW

Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW,therapist in Reno

Counseling with Reno Therapist Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW

About me as a therapist:

For more than 20 years, I have worked with couples and individuals. I understand how important it is to have a secure, connected, and hopeful relationship. I specialize in attachment-based, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for marriages, couples, families, and individuals in Reno. I am certified as an Emotionally Focused Therapist and Supervisor.

I use primarily EFT in my work with couples, individuals, and families. I appreciate its effectiveness, research-based approach, and strong theoretical foundation. A few years ago, I started Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates in Reno, NV.

I have had the privilege of helping hundreds of couples and families repair ruptures and connect again. I have helped many people become more self-aware and accepting. I support them in dealing with depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.

Attachment theory’s empathy, curiosity, and non-judgmental stance align with my natural style. Although I bring expertise in therapy, you are the expert on your life and goals. Thus, I commit to approaching our work together with humility and curiosity.

One of my proudest achievements is starting a counseling program for inmates at the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office in 2004. We developed a novel and highly successful program to help reduce recidivism, especially for “failure to comply” violations. The program was funded by inmate purchases. I actively participated in these programs until 2011, when I dedicated myself full-time to private practice.

Another accomplishment that has brought me a lot of joy has been mentoring students and interns, guiding them to find their unique paths as professionals in the field of therapy.

About me as a person:

always remember being profoundly curious about people and relationships. We are all so complex, with so much happening beneath the surface.

I find this complexity fascinating. I feel lucky that my interest has guided me to a profession I love. Moreover, it motivates me to stay current with changes in the field.

My wife Tammy and I live with our three rescue dogs. We have three adult children. Born in San Francisco, I have lived briefly in a few different places, but Reno has always remained home base.

For years, I’ve had “boots on the ground” involvement with many facets of the mental health care needs of our community. This has provided me a rounded perspective about the particular relationship counseling needs of people in our local community.

Learn more about therapy in Reno with Cornelius

You can inquire about counseling in Reno with Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW and our team of highly-trained EFT therapists here. Call us at 775-235-2205 and we’ll be happy to discuss how we can help. Sessions with Cornelius range from $185 to $210 for 55-min and $275 for 90-minutes. Two-day weekend intensive sessions are available (call for details).

Cornelius Sheehan LCSW, Clinical Director and expert attachment therapist. Therapy in Reno, NV. July 2024 photo.
Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW

Cornelius is invested in Reno and Nevada:

Since 1974, I have resided in Reno, deeply committed to this community. I attended Reno High School and UNR. I actively participate in various advisory roles for Reno and the State of Nevada.

Additionally, I founded Relationship Health Counseling Associates to enhance services for clients in this area and provide highest quality professional development for therapist interns in Reno.

Cornelius specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT for couples, individuals and families). He supervisors clinical interns and candidates for EFT Certification. He is the Founder / Director of rceft.org, the Reno/Tahoe Community for Emotionally Focused Therapy. You can learn more about EFT at rceft.org and iceeft.com. ICEEFT is the International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy.

Nevada License Number: 5605-C

Cornelius works with clients aged 18-years and older, and children in the context of family therapy.

Cornelius’s Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Cancer
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Lesbian
  • Men’s Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Veterans

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Helen Going, LCSW

Helen Going, LCSW therapist in Reno

Hi, I’m Helen Going, LCSW, a Therapist in Reno

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). After earning my Master of Social Work at UNR and completing my clinical internship locally, I’ve had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients across various settings in Northern Nevada.

As a lifelong learner, I’m committed to continually enhancing the skills I bring to my counseling practice. My extensive lived experience has given me a profound appreciation for the distress emotional and relationship struggles can cause. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, effective support.

How Emotionally Focused Therapy Can Transform Your Relationships

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a powerful approach that focuses on understanding and reshaping the emotional bonds that drive relationships. Whether in couples therapy or individual sessions, EFT provides the tools to address disconnection and conflict, promoting healthier, more fulfilling connections. By working through emotional patterns and attachment needs, EFT empowers you to create lasting, meaningful change in your relationships.

Why I Do Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy

There’s nothing more rewarding to me than seeing a couple discover each other in a completely new light—gaining an understanding of one another’s struggles in a way that feels manageable and empowering. I love helping people connect more joyfully and effectively with themselves and their loved ones.

EFT has become the foundation of my work because it aligns perfectly with my passion and values. While I’ve trained in various treatment modalities, EFT stands out for its gentle, effective approach. It creates a safe space where clients can experience themselves and their relationships in new ways.

EFT isn’t about assigning blame or focusing on superficial “tips and tricks.” Instead, it delves into the root causes of disconnection in relationships. Using the framework of attachment, EFT helps couples identify and reframe destructive patterns. This approach empowers them to create authentic, lasting change that goes far beyond surface-level communication strategies.

Why I Do Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy

In addition to working with couples, I provide EFT-based individual therapy in Reno. While EFT is best known for its success in couples therapy, its principles—emotional awareness, expression, and connection—are equally transformative for individuals facing personal challenges.

I’m drawn to individual therapy because it allows me to explore each person’s unique emotional landscape. Whether you’re grappling with relationship struggles, past traumas, anxiety, or depression, EFT provides a compassionate framework for uncovering the root causes of your difficulties and fostering healing.

In our sessions, we’ll work together to identify and express your emotions in a supportive, judgment-free space. We’ll also explore the attachment patterns and unmet needs that may be contributing to your struggles. By deepening your understanding of yourself, you’ll gain the tools to make empowered choices in your relationships and in life.

Individual EFT therapy is about more than addressing immediate concerns; it’s about helping you build healthier, more fulfilling connections with yourself and others. Whether or not you’re currently in a relationship, this approach can be transformative for personal growth, emotional well-being, and fostering meaningful connections.

For answers to some of the most common questions about therapy with me, click here.

Ready to begin? Call me at 775-235-2205, and I’d be happy to discuss what’s happening for you and how I can help.

Session Rate: $165 for 55 minutes.ationship Therapist in Reno

Nevada License: #10250-C

Therapist in Reno, NV: Specialities and Expertise

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Life Transitions
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
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Amanda Stewart, LCSW

Amanda Stewart, LCSW therapist in Reno

EFT Therapist

Relationship Therapist in Reno

Hello, I’m Amanda Stewart, a relationship therapist in Reno. I work with couples, individuals and families. I was born and raised in Florida. However, after moving out west following graduation from college, I fell in love with this area and have made Reno my home ever since. I have been licensed as a clinical social worker and practicing therapy since 2002. I am ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist and supervisor for clinical social work interns. My undergraduate work was completed in 1995 at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia.

I am passionate about my work with couples, individuals and children and their families. Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT, has been an ideal way to bring Attachment Theory to my work with all of these clients. EFT has also been a very natural fit for me as a person. It lends to compassion, openness, non-judgment, and meaningful change. It also fits our practice mission of providing a caring and effective therapy. Finally, I love having the EFT roadmap that lets me communicate clearly with my clients about where we are in the change process.

Here is a link to some of the most common questions about therapy with me.

Call 775-235-2205 to arrange a brief phone consult with me. Amanda’s session rate is $185 per 55-minutes.

Nevada License Number: 4260-C

Ages 10 years-old+

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Parenting
  • Trauma and PTSD
Kim Crandell, CPC-I is a male therapist in Reno, NV, working with individuals, couples and families
Kim Crandell, M.A. CPC-I

Kim Crandell

Kim Crandell – Therapist in Reno

Kim Crandell is a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges and transitions. Some clients have a specific preference for a male therapist in Reno, Kim can help. His expertise includes helping clients manage anxiety, loneliness, emotional stress, relationship difficulties, disconnection, and the complexities of retirement. Through personalized, client-centered care, Kim fosters healing, personal growth, and emotional well-being.

Kim integrates Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)—a highly effective approach to relationship counseling—into his practice. For those seeking spiritual alignment, he also offers Christian faith-based support to complement clients’ personal beliefs and values.

Therapeutic Approach and Areas of Focus

Kim emphasizes the value of strong therapeutic alliances, which he believes are essential for achieving meaningful progress. By working collaboratively with clients, he helps them identify and break negative cycles, develop healthier behaviors, and foster lasting change.

He works with a diverse range of clients, including:

  • Couples navigating relational challenges
  • Adolescents and families addressing personal or family dynamics
  • Executives and professionals managing stress in high-pressure careers
  • Individuals facing personal transitions, grief, or emotional distress

Professional Experience and Collaboration

Kim brings more than 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership, including serving as a hospital CEO, which gives him unique insight into the demands of executive roles. His deep understanding of leadership challenges and high-stress environments equips him to provide effective emotional support to professionals managing chronic stress.

At Relationship Counseling Associates, Kim works closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care, drawing on collaborative insights to meet clients’ unique needs.

Services Offered

Kim offers therapy to individuals aged 15 and older, with a standard session fee of $120. His services include:

  • Individual therapy
  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • Premarital counseling
  • Parenting support and guidance
  • Relationship coaching
  • Professional development

Whether clients are working through marital conflict, career stress, family dynamics, grief, or personal growth, Kim creates a safe and empathetic space for transformation and healing.

Client-Centered Care Rooted in Attachment Science

Kim’s therapeutic approach is grounded in attachment science and guided by client-centered principles. His goal is to help clients develop self-awareness, self-acceptance, and emotional resilience, empowering them to build meaningful relationships through trust, empathy, and mutual respect.

Take the Next Step

Kim invites you to take the first step toward emotional well-being and relational health by following the link to schedule a free consultation. You can also call 775-235-2205 and learn more about working with Kim. He looks forward to partnering with you on your journey toward fulfillment, personal meaning, and deeper connections.

Get Started with Counseling in Reno

We create a safe, comfortable and confidential atmosphere for our work together.  Learn more about our therapists here. Call us for a free consultation: (775) 235-2205.

Schedule An Appointment

We bring a wealth of experience and training to our work. Most importantly though, we recognize our clients as the experts on their own lives and goals. For this reason, we always come from a place of openness, curiosity, warmth, and humility. Ultimately, we are partners in our clients' healing and growth.

Discover what others have said about their experience – get to know us and learn more about how we can help by calling for a free consultation. You'll find a range of session rates available. Standard rates are listed for each of our therapists in their personal statement, linked beneath their photo. Means-based sliding scale fees are available.

Importantly, our team responds very quickly to all inquiries. As a result, making the process of finding and getting started with the right therapist near you as easy as possible. We are committed to having Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates be a top resource for helping you find the right therapist in Reno. You can reach us at 775-287-7733.

Learn What Makes Our Therapists in Reno Different

Welcome to our specialized therapy services in Reno, NV. Here, we offer a safe and nurturing environment where individuals, couples, and families can explore and grow. Additionally, our highly trained team of therapists is dedicated to providing care tailored to each client's unique needs. From marriage and relationship therapy to individual counseling, we cover a wide range of areas, including issues with family dynamics, parenting, and personal development.

Our approach is based in attachment science. Moreover, it is also client-centered. What this means is we focus on understanding where you are at and what matters most to you. The entire team believes in building a therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and mutual respect. This serves our essential goal of helping you to navigate life's challenges, gain greater self-awareness and self-acceptance, and foster healthier relationships. Therefore, we utilize a blend of therapy methods to ensure effective outcomes.

All of us specialize in relationship counseling, helping individuals, non-married couples, and marriages. Furthermore, our attachment-focused therapists in Reno work with all forms of partnerships, addressing issues like communication, trust, and intimacy. Families can benefit from our family therapy sessions, where we address conflicts, improve dynamics, and foster a harmonious living environment.

For individuals, we offer counseling that focuses on strengthening relationships, personal growth, self-esteem, and coping strategies for life's challenges. Similarly, our teen counseling services provide a supportive family space for adolescents to express themselves and deal with the unique challenges they face.

Understanding that every client's path is different, our therapists are here to support and guide you towards a more fulfilling life. Our website offers more details about each service, our team's expertise, and how we can assist you in your personal or relational growth.

Matching You with the Right Help:

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Our group has a large network of highly-qualified therapists we regularly refer to. When we determine you would be better treated by one of these colleagues we don't hesitate to make the referral.  This is the reason every person we work with has an opportunity for a brief, no-cost telephone intake meeting with one of our therapists.

Clients of our practice usually start their search for help with a broad inquiry like, "relationship counseling in Reno." It can be difficult to narrow things down and find the right therapist and the best therapy. We want to help make sure you're headed in the right direction.  If you are in immediate crisis you can reach caring, confidential help by dialing the Crisis Line at 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-8255) or a medical emergency room.

You Are Welcome at Our Practice:symbolic of diversity, inclusion and welcoming quality of our relationship counseling in Reno, NV group

Our practice is affirming and welcoming regardless of sexual orientation, age, race, disability, ethnicity/national origin, gender identity and/or religious/spiritual affiliation.  Each of our counselors in Reno each have specific training and experience working with varied populations.

"When we love our partner well, we offer a blueprint for a loving relationship to our children and their partners. Better relationships between love partners are not just a personal preference, they are a social good. Better love relationships mean better families. And better, more loving families means better, more responsive communities."

- Dr. Sue Johnson (1947-2024)

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Our therapists in Reno provide marriage counseling, relationship counseling, family therapy, couples therapy, premarital counseling, singles and couples workshops, family counseling, teen counseling, parenting guidance, help with divorce, relationship advice, as well as help with dating, love and communication. Our offices are in Reno, NV.