Meet Reno Therapist Hillary Harris, M.A. CPC-I

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

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

A Discussion of Family Therapy for Military Families

emotionally focused family therapy for military families. an interview with Con Sheehan, LCSW on attachment parenting

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 deployment and coping with the stressors unique to military culture.

Key Insights from Con Sheehan
Con shares real-life examples from his EFFT practice, emphasizing the importance of creating a secure family environment where every member’s emotional needs are acknowledged and met. He highlights actionable strategies such as:

  • The role of repair in strengthening family bonds.
  • How availability and intentional parenting can counteract the effects of stress and disconnection.
  • The benefits of even short-term therapy in helping military families thrive.

Therapy for military families in Reno, NV with Con Sheehan, LCSW. Con does attachment-based EFFT, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy in Reno. He was recently a guest on the Communicate and Connect Podcast.

Ep. 50 with Con Sheehan on Emotionally Focused Family Therapy

In The Communicate and Connect Podcast for Military Relationships, marriage counselor Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky explains relationship science and discusses educational tips for improving your relationship and navigating military family life.

From Dr. Polinsky: “In this podcast you’ll find insights into how children cope with feelings of caregiver inaccessibility and how this can influence their behavior and life choices, including the risks of substance use. We also discuss specific challenges faced by military families, such as managing parental roles during deployment and the unique stresses that can impact both children and parents.

To aid our understanding, Con shares examples from his practice, focusing on creating a family environment where each member’s needs are understood and met. We’ll emphasize the importance of repair, availability, and intentional parenting—even discussing how therapy, even short-term, can be instrumental for families.”

Click here to learn more about family therapy in Reno with Con and his colleagues at Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates.