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Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy in Carson City, NV

When every conversation turns into the same argument, it can feel like you are on opposite sides. Our office on Musser Street in downtown Carson City offers Emotionally Focused couples therapy close to home, convenient from Minden, Gardnerville and Dayton. Consultations are 15 minutes, no cost, and no obligation.

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Located in Carson City

A Block from the Capitol

550 W Musser St, Suite 1G · Serving Carson City, Minden & Gardnerville

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Our Team

Meet Your Carson City Team

Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW, Director

Director · EFT Supervisor

Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW

Founder and Director of the practice, Cornelius leads our whole team. A Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor with more than twenty years of experience, he has helped hundreds of couples repair ruptures and connect again.
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Gina Bemis, LCSW, therapist in Carson City

EFT Couples · Families

Gina Bemis, LCSW

A licensed social worker since 2003, Gina works with couples, families and individuals in Carson City and Reno. Gina's work is deeply rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy. She offers trauma care through EMDR, as well as specialized grief and loss therapy.

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Hillary Harris, CPC, therapist in Carson City

EFT · ART Provider

Hillary Harris, CPC

A Certified Professional Counselor, Hillary sees individuals and couples 18 and older at our Carson City and Reno offices. Her couples work uses attachment-based Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and she is an ART provider for first responders.

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Couples Counseling Close to Home

Couples from Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville and Dayton can find specialized relationship care close to home. Our downtown Carson City office offers the attachment-based approach we are known for — Emotionally Focused Therapy — a short drive up US-395 or along US-50. Grounded in attachment-focused care, our practice is dedicated to helping you break out of old cycles and build secure, resilient connections.

Whether you are recovering from a betrayal, stuck in constant arguments, adjusting to a new baby or an empty nest, or simply feeling more like roommates than partners, couples therapy gives you a structured space to understand your pattern and change it together. Learn more about our approach to couples therapy, read Gina's full bio, or, if you are looking for support for yourself, see Individual Therapy in Carson City.

What Couples Work On in Our Carson City Office

Common reasons couples from Carson City and the surrounding valleys reach out:

  • Breaking the Argument Cycle

    When the same fight keeps repeating, EFT helps you see the pattern you are both caught in, so it stops feeling like one partner against the other.

  • Rebuilding Trust After a Betrayal

    An affair or broken promise shakes the foundation of a relationship. We help both partners make sense of what happened and rebuild safety step by step.

  • Feeling Distant or Disconnected

    Busy schedules, kids and work can leave partners living parallel lives. Therapy helps you turn back toward each other and rebuild closeness.

  • Navigating Life Transitions

    A new baby, a move, retirement or an empty nest can unsettle even strong relationships. We help you face those changes as a team.

  • Blended Families and Parenting Stress

    Gina also works with families, helping partners stay connected while supporting the children and teens in their household.

How to Start Couples Therapy in Carson City

Step 01. Reach Out

Book a free 15-minute consultation online or call (775) 235-2205. Let our Care Coordinator, Tammy, know you would like to be seen at the Carson City office.

Step 02. Your First Session

Meet with Gina at our Musser Street office (or online, if that suits your schedule better) to talk through what is happening between you and what you both hope will change.

Step 03. Build a Secure Bond

Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, you learn to step out of the negative cycle and respond to each other in ways that build trust and closeness.

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Carson City Couples Therapy: Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you offer couples therapy in Carson City?

Couples sessions are held at our Carson City office, 550 W Musser St, Suite 1G, Carson City, NV 89703, in downtown Carson City. Get directions.

Do you see couples from Minden, Gardnerville and Dayton?

Yes. Many of the couples we see at the Carson City office live in Douglas and Lyon counties. If the drive is hard to fit in every week, you can combine in-person sessions with secure online sessions.

Can we mix in-person and online couples sessions?

Yes. We offer secure telehealth for clients in Nevada, and many couples combine in-person sessions in Carson City with online sessions when schedules are tight.

What does Emotionally Focused couples therapy with Gina look like?

EFT sessions focus on the cycle that keeps you stuck, rather than on who is right. Gina helps each partner slow down, name the feelings underneath the conflict, and respond to each other in ways that rebuild safety and connection.

How long does couples therapy take?

It depends on your situation. Many couples notice a shift within the first few sessions, and most make significant progress within 8 to 20 sessions.

Does insurance cover couples counseling in Carson City?

Most insurance plans do not cover couples counseling because it is not considered medically necessary. We can provide a superbill if you want to pursue reimbursement. See our Rates & Insurance page for details.

Tammy, Care Coordinator
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Still Have Questions?

Tammy, our Care Coordinator, is your first point of contact for the Carson City office. She'll answer your questions about scheduling, fees and insurance, and help match you with the right therapist for couples therapy.

WHERE TO FIND US

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Carson City

Couples therapy and marriage counseling at 550 W Musser St, Suite 1G, Carson City, NV 89703 — in downtown Carson City, serving couples across Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville and Dayton.

Ready to Begin? Taking the first step can feel intimidating—but you’ve already begun just by being here. Reach out today, and let us support you in finding a clear path forward.

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