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I received my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology in 1998 from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and my Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy in 2001 from UNLV as well. I have been seeing clients in private practice for over 25 years. I have been an AAMFT Approved Supervisor for over 15 years. I have worked in many capacities, including school counseling, teaching, juvenile justice, and community agency work. In April 2023, I began working as the Clinic Director at UNLV's Center for Individual, Couple, and Family Counseling at Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. I continue to maintain a small private practice and supervise state interns in MFT and LCPC.

I have expertise in CBT, DBT, ABFT, EFT, and EMDR. I use a combination of attachment-based and trauma-informed theories, which provide strong foundations for healing and skill-building.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. As a counselor, I have worked in public schools, adult and youth residential facilities, online counseling, wilderness programs, private practice, and mental health facilities. My areas of expertise include sexual abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, and leadership. I have presented at many local, state, and national professional conferences and have taught many masters’ level mental health courses for the past 20+ years. Currently, I am the Assistant Program Director and Associate Professor of Counseling at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Prior to my work in counseling and academia, I served a tour of duty in Germany as an officer in the US Army and then back in America as a bank branch manager. I graduated from Brigham Young University with degrees in Corporate Communications (BA) and Educational Psychology (M.Ed.) and at the University of the Cumberlands (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision.

Waitlist for in-person appointments. Hi! My name is Elizabeth I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) committed to assisting you in navigating the challenges in life. I graduated from University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (2020) and a Master’s Degree in Social Work (2022). I have been practicing directly with clients since January 2023.

I specialize in children, adolescents, and young adults, but any age is welcome*. I believe in a client-focused approach and I will meet you where you are in your life.

I have several years of experience within the Autism community and I may be a good fit for those on the spectrum, or their family members. I also serve many with depression and anxiety and can assist you in identifying ways to manage your symptoms. I will support you in this journey and involve you in your treatment each step of the way.

*I limit telehealth services to ages 14+

As an LCSW, I believe growth happens when we recognize that life isn’t a straight line from A to B, but a winding journey from A to Z, shaped by experiences, challenges, and new perspectives that can lead to deeper healing, clarity, and inner peace. Reaching out is a meaningful act of courage, and it signals your readiness for real change.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a master's in professional counseling and a post masters in marriage and family therapy.

I am compassionate about helping people take the next steps of change in order to heal and grow!

I have experience working with client's of all types of background and struggles including life transitions, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and trauma.

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.

I began my journey in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2015 and am currently pursuing my doctorate. I work with clients seeking support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship and dating challenges, as well as those seeking a more fulfilling life.

I help you close the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

Kianna Akazawa was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and has been practicing social work for the last five years. Kianna has had diverse experiences, working with elderly, palliative care, inpatient psychiatric services, talk therapy, and school-based social work. Kianna tailors her therapeutic approach to each client & meets them where they're at.