Marisol Villagrana, LSW

Bilingual therapy in Reno with Marisol Villagrana. Emotional & Relationship Health Counseling Associates, Reno, NV

Meet Marisol Villagrana, LSW

Hi! I’m Marisol Villagrana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Intern (LSWI) with Emotional & Relationship Health Counseling Associates in Reno.

Originally from Oregon, I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy from the University of Oregon. Before pursuing my master’s, I spent several years working in mental health and have loved being a part of helping people find the relief, meaning and connection they’ve been seeking. Inspired by my son, I decided to earn my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Denver. During my studies, I provided therapy to adults in rural Oregon, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporating elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Moreover, I taught mindfulness exercises and distress tolerance skills.

As a bilingual, Latina therapist in Reno, I offer services in both English and Spanish language.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and my pets – two huskies and two cats. If you need compassionate and dedicated support, I’m here to help. Therefore, I invite you to contact me to schedule a session or learn more about how we can work together. My standard session fee is $100.

Spanish Speaking Therapist in Reno

¡Hola! Soy Marisol Villagrana, Pasante de Trabajadora Social Clínica Licenciada (LSWI), y estoy emocionada de unirme a Emotional & Relationship Health Counseling Associates en Reno.

Originalmente de Oregón, tengo una Licenciatura en Psicología con una especialización en Filosofía de la Universidad de Oregón. Antes de obtener mi maestría, pasé varios años trabajando en salud mental. Inspirada por mi hijo, decidí obtener mi Maestría en Trabajo Social de la Universidad de Denver. Durante mis estudios, brindé terapia a adultos en zonas rurales de Oregón, utilizando Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual (CBT) e incorporando elementos de Terapia Dialéctica Conductual (DBT). Además, enseñé ejercicios de atención plena y habilidades de tolerancia al malestar.

Como terapeuta bilingüe y latina en Reno, ofrezco servicios tanto en inglés como en español.

Fuera del trabajo, disfruto pasar tiempo con mi familia, amigos y mis mascotas: dos huskies y dos gatos. Si necesitas apoyo compasivo y dedicado, estoy aquí para ayudarte. Por lo tanto, te invito a contactarme para programar una sesión o aprender más sobre cómo podemos trabajar juntos. Mi tarifa estándar por sesión es de $100.

Hillary Harris, M.A.

Hillary Harris is a clinical intern who provides therapy in Reno, NV with Relationship Counseling Associates. 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.

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 and Clinical Lead, Amanda Stewart, LCSW.

My military experience gives me insight into the unique challenges of high-stress jobs with chronic exposure to intense content. Additionally, for those interested, I am also comfortable incorporating Christian faith-based principles to support the client’s personal values and belief.

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.

A Discussion of Family Therapy for Military Families

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

Con Sheehan, LCSW does attachment-based EFFT, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy in Reno. Con 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 Emotional & Relationship Health Counseling Associates.