Family therapy and counseling in Reno, NV

I am an EMDR trained therapist. I have specialized training in parts and memory, and substance abuse. I have over 9 years experience in the mental health field. I have experience treating issues related to both mental health and addiction. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as, grief & loss among many other mental health issues. Si gusta recibir servicios de terapia en Español por favor pongase en contacto conmigo. Tengo entrenamiento especializado en trauma, ansiedad, depresion, perdida, y abuso de sustancias.

My name is Janine Gonzalez, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Colorado, Nevada and New Mexico: with over 17 years' of experience working with a diverse population. This includes working with individuals experiencing complex issues. I started my career within acute medical settings, ER, ICU and Trauma unit, before becoming Licensed. Therefore, I also bring 28 years of experience working with people medically complex which have impacted their mental health and vis versa.

I work hard to be clinically informed and Christ centered in all that I do with my clients.

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 Marriage and Family Therapist with over ten years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and supportive space for individuals, couples, and families. I approach each client with curiosity and a person-centered focus. With more than forty years of experience as a mental health professional, I bring both depth and perspective to my work!

I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and supportive space for individuals to explore and navigate their person challenges. With a combination of formal education and lived life experiences, I bring a unique perspective to my practice that allows me to connect with my clients on a deeper level!

Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed to independently practice social work since 2007.

Qualified Mental Health Professional and a former federal law enforcement officer.

Over 20 years of experience in the field of clinical social work.

Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Corrections/Juvenile Services from Eastern Kentucky University in 1997.

Master of Social Work degree from The University of Kentucky in 2001.

Experience - Inpatient and outpatient settings, the school system, community corrections and in-home therapy to children and their families.

Approach is holistic, client-driven, and solution-focused.

Individual, family, and group counseling experience to adults and adolescents addressing adult mental health, behavioral issues, substance abuse, codependency, medical problems, grief, disability, and basic life management skills related to divorce, domestic violence, trauma, loss, grief, relationship conflicts, and stress.

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