Individual Therapy in Reno – Compassionate, Personalized Support

Find Strength, Confidence, and Clarity—With Therapy in Reno.

Therapy with us is more than just problem-solving—it’s a safe, welcoming place where you can share your story, reflect on your life, and feel truly accepted. Together, we’ll help you better understand yourself on a deeper level and feel more at ease in your life.

Each of our therapists have helped individuals navigate a variety of challenges, uncovering the beliefs and patterns that may be keeping them from a more peaceful, fulfilling life. In therapy, we work together to explore new perspectives and approaches, allowing your authentic self to emerge and shine in a way that feels more rewarding.

individual therapy in Reno client with Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates therapist

Seeking personal growth is a natural part of being human. We're here to guide and support you in creating a more balanced, meaningful and fulfilling life.

At Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates, we have extensive experience providing personalized therapy in Reno, NV.

Our therapists help clients navigate a wide range of challenges, including:

We tailor therapy to you, creating a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.

"Therapy with us is purposeful and focused—it’s about understanding yourself, breaking patterns, and moving toward the life you want."

Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW, seated. Individual therapy in Reno. Relationship counseling.

Individual Therapy in Reno is Part of the Comprehensive Counseling Services We Provide

Individual therapy is one of the many services we provide to help people navigate life’s challenges. While one-on-one counseling focuses on personal growth and emotional well-being, we also offer couples therapy and family therapy for those looking to improve their relationships with others present.

Our Reno-based therapists specialize in a range of evidence-based approaches, including attachment-based Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other approaches, ensuring you receive care tailored to your needs. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, we’re here to support you.

Learn more about our couples therapy and family therapy services, or call and schedule a consultation to discuss how individual therapy can help you.

Getting Started with Individual Therapy in Reno is Easy

Call 775-235-2205 today to get matched with the right therapist for you.

How Our Therapists in Reno Can Help You

Our therapists in Reno work with you in-person (and are available for online sessions) providing professional help for relationship issues, depression, anxiety, addiction and other conditions.

We offer a range of therapeutic modalities to address various mental health concerns, including EMDR for trauma, IFS for internal conflicts, attachment-based individual therapy for relationship issues, and other modes of treatment.

You don't have to be concerned with all the models and acronyms. Your therapist will help you find the best method of treatment for your particular needs.

Attachment-Based Therapy: Focuses on understanding and improving the emotional bonds that influence your relationships and well-being. This method clarifies attachment patterns and their influence on your experiences. Attachment-based therapy also:

  • recognizes the impact early bonds have in how we see ourselves and important others.
  • helps you in developing a secure attachment style, laying the groundwork for more fulfilling relationships.
  • research-backed approach for addressing mental health issues through anxiety therapy, depression therapy, and therapy for trauma.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): A therapy designed to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories by processing and integrating these experiences.

Internal Family Systems (IFS): An approach that explores the different 'parts' of oneself to achieve inner harmony and address various psychological issues.

Brainspotting: Brainspotting is often used for treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and performance enhancement. It leverages the brain's natural healing processes and is considered an effective, neuroscience-based technique.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Mindfulness-based psychotherapy that helps individuals accept their thoughts and feelings rather than trying to eliminate or control them. ACT focuses on increasing psychological flexibility by encouraging people to stay present, accept what is out of their control, and commit to actions aligned with their values.

 

How Individual Therapy in Reno Supports Growth and Emotional Well-Being

Individual therapy offers profound benefits for personal growth, helping people develop self-awareness, emotional resilience, and lasting life changes. Through a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients gain insight into their thoughts, behaviors, and emotional patterns, empowering them to make healthier choices and build deeper connections with themselves and others.

Enhancing Emotional Awareness and Resilience

Therapy helps individuals understand their emotional responses and develop tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life’s challenges. By fostering emotional resilience, clients can navigate ups and downs with greater confidence and clarity. Whether facing past trauma, relationship struggles, or personal setbacks, therapy provides a structured space for healing and growth.

Strengthening Relationships Through an Attachment-Based Approach

An attachment-based approach to individual therapy explores how early life experiences shape current relationships. By understanding attachment patterns, clients can work toward creating more fulfilling and secure connections with partners, family members, and friends. This process helps individuals break unhealthy relational cycles and build more emotionally secure bonds.

Developing Self-Confidence and Personal Strength

Therapy provides a safe and supportive space to explore personal values, strengths, and aspirations. Clients work on overcoming limiting beliefs, increasing self-esteem, and clarifying their life goals. Through this process, they cultivate greater confidence in their ability to face challenges and create a meaningful, fulfilling life.

What to Expect in Your First One-To-One Therapy Session

Your first therapy session is a chance to get comfortable, share what’s on your mind, and begin finding clarity. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out—this time is about exploring what feels most important to you right now and starting a conversation that helps you move forward.

Your therapist will take time to understand your background, listen to what brought you to therapy, and help you clarify what you want from the process. You’ll also discuss confidentiality so you know your privacy is protected—creating a space where you can speak openly without judgment.

Therapy isn’t just about planning—it begins in your first session. Whether you’re sorting through emotions, gaining insights, or learning ways to manage stress, you’ll start to experience the benefits of therapy right away.

If you have specific concerns or goals in mind, feel free to bring them in—but if you’re unsure where to start, that’s okay too. We’ll figure it out together.

Getting Started with Individual Therapy in Reno

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Schedule Your Appointment Today

Taking the first step towards personal growth and emotional well-being is simple. Contact us at 775-235-2205 or reach out online to schedule your first appointment. Our team is here to support you in beginning your therapy process. We offer warm, compassionate care and professional guidance every step of the way.

Getting Started with Individual Therapy in Reno is Easy

Call 775-235-2205 today to get matched with the right therapist for you.

Learn More about our Reno Therapists for Individuals

Our therapists in Reno provide a number of individual counseling services. These include depression therapy, anxiety therapy, and counseling for trauma, loneliness, divorce and other relationship related difficulties. Call us to learn more about how we can help.

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Find Our Offices- Therapy in Reno NV

Our offices are conveniently located in downtown Reno, NV between Liberty St. and California Ave. We are near the Nevada Museum of Art, Cheese Board Restaurant and Wingfield Park.

Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW with EFIT Expert Trainer, Ali Barbosa at a Reno Therapist Training
Cornelius with Ali Barbosa during Ali's Reno training visit. Ali is an expert in attachment-based individual therapy