Grief counselors and therapists in Henderson, NV

Demi Tuuk Velarde, LCSW has specialized training in trauma-informed practice. Evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, with in- person available for Las Vegas, NV residents. Contact if you want to heal from trauma, improve relationships, and foster emotional resilience. With a warm and collaborative style, she creates a safe space for post-traumatic growth.

Every person experiences seasons of life that can feel overwhelming. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, substance use, grief, or major life transitions, my goal is to provide a safe, collaborative, and evidence-based therapeutic experience where meaningful, lasting change can occur.

For nearly two decades, I have had the privilege of serving individuals, couples, and families throughout Nevada as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In addition to direct clinical practice, I have served as a Clinical Director, executive leader, clinical supervisor, consultant, educator, and program developer, helping develop innovative behavioral healthcare programs and clinical services across Nevada. These diverse experiences have allowed me to work with individuals from virtually every walk of life while treating a broad range of complex behavioral health concerns.

My approach is individualized, practical, and grounded in research-supported treatment. I integrate evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, and person-centered therapy to develop treatment plans tailored to each client's unique strengths, needs, and goals.

I believe people are far more than the challenges that bring them to therapy. My commitment is to provide compassionate, clinically excellent care while helping clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, overcome obstacles, and create healthier, more meaningful lives.

Hi! I'm Graciela. I am a bilingual trauma-focused therapist with advanced ivy-league training, graduate level education, extensive clinical experience — and a whole lot of grit in my no-nonsense approach to therapy. You can expect me to be authentic and real, down to earth, wise, and validating as we work together to help you feel better and reach your treatment goals as soon as we can. My job is to put myself out of the job as soon as possible. See you at the top!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in childhood psychology. My educational background has shaped my understanding of how early life experiences, attachment, and childhood development can influence our current thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and emotional responses.

Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of mental health settings, including Behavioral Skills Training (BST), Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), and case management with foster youth. These experiences provided me with a strong foundation in understanding trauma, family systems, emotional development, and the impact of life experiences on mental health. I have experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, and chronic stress.

I believe healing begins when individuals feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized to each client's unique experiences and goals. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based interventions, Polyvagal Theory, and somatic approaches.

I work with adults from diverse backgrounds and am passionate about helping clients build emotional resilience, strengthen relationships, improve self-esteem, and develop practical coping skills. Whether you're processing trauma, navigating a major life transition, working through relationship challenges, or simply seeking greater self-understanding, my goal is to help you feel empowered, supported, and equipped to move forward with confidence.

Hello! If you are like many people today experiencing burnout, struggling with boundaries, trying to squeeze in one more errand on your list, and or lacking purpose, I may be the provider for you! There is hope and prioritizing your mental health can help you in all areas of your life. As a licensed professional counselor, I understand the role of mental health in improving overall life satisfaction and joy. Let's work together to help you achieve more balance and more peace!