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Meet Karen McKinney, LCSW, LCADC-S

December 16, 2024

Karen McKinney, LCSW Therapist in Reno, NV Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Drug & Alcohol Counselor/Supervisor in Reno, NV Karen McKinney is a dedicated therapist in Reno, NV specializing in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. With over eight years of experience, Karen has supported individuals in understanding their…

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What Happens in Couples Therapy? Here’s What to Expect

December 14, 2024

During EFT sessions, we’ll work together to identify and change patterns that keep you and your partner feeling disconnected. This isn’t about blame; instead, it’s about understanding each other’s needs

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Starting Therapy With Us: What to Expect?

December 14, 2024

Are you thinking about getting started with therapy in Reno but feeling unsure about what to expect? In this video, Cornelius Sheehan, Director of Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates, offers a straightforward introduction to the process.

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Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW does couples and marriage counseling in reno, nv. He is founder / director of therapy in Reno, NV practice: Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates. Reno, NV Specialist in Couple counseling

Will Our Relationship Counselor Tell Us What to Do?

December 11, 2024

“Will our therapist tell us what to do?”
The short answer to this question at our practice is NO

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Gina Bemis, CSWI, Therapist in Reno

Meet Gina Bemis, Therapist in Reno

December 5, 2024

Meet Gina Bemis, Clinical Social Work Intern in Reno, NV Supporting Adults, Teens, Children, and Couples Through Life’s Challenges Hello, I’m Gina Bemis, CSWI, a therapist in Reno. I am a Clinical Social Work Intern at Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates in Reno. I take a collaborative approach with my clients. This means I work…

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Kim Crandell, CPC-I is a male therapist in Reno, NV, working with individuals, couples and families

Meet Reno Therapist Kim Crandell, CPC-I

October 24, 2024

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.

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When Couples Therapy Misses the Mark: Why Some Approaches Can Worsen Conflict (and How EFT Offers a Solution)

June 5, 2024

As Sue Johnson, the pioneer of EFT, aptly observes, “Many couples come to therapy talking about communication problems when what they really need is help with the underlying emotions driving those problems.”

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Will My Insurance Cover Therapy? A Helpful Form

May 17, 2024

Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates Insurance Verification Form for Therapy Benefits Why Verify Your Therapy Insurance Benefits? A common question (view our FAQ’s here) we are asked at our therapy center in Reno is, “will my insurance cover therapy?” Understanding your insurance coverage for mental health services is an important step in making informed decisions…

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

Meet Reno Therapist Hillary Harris, CPC-I

May 13, 2024

I do EFT for couples and individuals…I am also comfortable incorporating Christian faith-based principles to support the client’s personal values and belief.

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A Discussion of Family Therapy for Military Families

May 6, 2024

What to Expect from the Episode Dr. Polinsky explains the profound impact of caregiver accessibility on children, shedding light on how feelings of emotional disconnection can influence behaviors, life choices, and even risks like substance use. She and Con delve into the complexities of military family life, discussing challenges such as navigating parental roles during…

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