Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Carson City, NV

I understand how overwhelming anxiety, depression, or chronic pain can feel, especially when you're caught in a cycle of fear and avoidance. It’s tough, but you don’t have to go through it alone. We can work through your struggles, find understanding, and create a path toward healing. If you're ready for change, I’m here to listen and support you.

Hello, I’m Diana Tabares-Avila, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals feel supported, understood, and empowered through life’s challenges. I earned my undergraduate education at University of Nevada, Reno and have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds.

I believe healing happens in safe and trusting relationships. Clients often describe me as patient, caring, and easy to talk to. I take pride in creating a space where people feel seen, heard, and respected without judgment. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, parenting concerns, or major life transitions, I aim to help you feel less alone and more confident in moving forward.

I also value ongoing growth as a clinician and continue expanding my knowledge so I can provide thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s needs.

Welcome! I am Vivian McCown, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the owner of Inspire Therapy. I work with teens (16+), adults, and couples navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationships, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma experiences, grief, and identity exploration. I also enjoy supporting LGBTQ+ clients, millennials, ADHD, and those who feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns they're ready to change.

Therapy with me is a conversation, not a lecture. I’m direct, a little sarcastic, and I use humor to make the hard stuff easier to talk about. I believe in meeting you where you are—whether you’re navigating a major life transition, working through past trauma, or just trying to figure out why everything feels overwhelming. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and maybe even laugh a little along the way.

I believe healing begins in a space where you feel safe and understood. My approach is compassionate and grounded in strong clinical experience, guided by genuine care and respect for each person’s story. I bring a calm, steady presence to every session and see therapy as a collaborative process, one that helps you build awareness, strength, and lasting change.

Willie A. Stewart, LCSW, LCADC, CDVC, is a veteran of Operation Desert Storm whose commitment to service first emerged in the Marine Corps. Following honorable discharge, he earned a BSW and MSW from UNLV and achieved licensure as a Clinical Social Worker and Alcohol & Drug Counselor, as well as certification in Domestic Violence Counseling. Driven by continual professional growth and community dedication, Mr. Stewart founded W.A.S. Therapy and Wellness—anchored by the principle of “Willingly Achieve Success”—to provide trauma-informed, solution-focused care. His extensive clinical experience spans social work, mental health, family, relationship, military veterans, addiction treatment, and domestic violence intervention, equipping him to guide clients toward sustainable wellness.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, self-understanding, and resilience. I earned my Master's degree in Social Work and have experience working in a variety of clinical settings, supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, stress, and major life transitions.

I'm a compassionate and experienced psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience in social services and a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and peace.

My journey into helping others began long before her professional career. From an early age, I discovered the importance of creating spaces where people felt comfortable speaking openly, being themselves, and knowing they mattered. That early passion for service ultimately became a lifelong calling to support the emotional and mental well-being of others.

As a therapist, I bring together clinical knowledge, life experience, and a calm, compassionate presence. She understands that beginning therapy can feel vulnerable, and I strive to create an environment where clients feel respected, understood, and free from judgment. I believe that asking for help is not a sign of weakness—it is an act of courage. I meet clients where they are, without judgment, while gently encouraging growth and meaningful change.

My goal is to help you move beyond simply getting through the day and toward building a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and authentically yours.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work and over five years of experience supporting adults ages 18 to 100. I specialize in working with individuals navigating chronic illness, chronic pain, addiction, complex grief, end-of-life concerns, and trauma.

I believe in meeting clients where they are, honoring their unique experiences, needs, and goals. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental, creating a caring and encouraging therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore challenges and develop meaningful coping skills. Through secure telehealth sessions, I work alongside clients to help them build resilience, find balance, and move toward the goals that matter most to them.