Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Nevada

Two decades of clinical excellence.

Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla's path to becoming a clinician began at age 13 with the sudden loss of her father — an experience that planted the seed of her life's purpose: to be the kind of support she needed during her own darkest moments.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society from UC Santa Barbara, her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California, and her Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from USC.

Over two decades, she has served as a Medical Social Worker, Case Manager, and Behavioral Health Therapist — bringing doctoral-level depth, board-certified credentials, and genuine compassion to every client she works with.

I am a dedicated mental health provider committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care through convenient telehealth services. My practice focuses on treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD, with an emphasis on individualized care and thoughtful medication management. I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment. My goal is to help you achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in your mental health and overall quality of life.

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.

I bring 20 years of experience as a social worker across a range of mental health settings, but individual therapy is where I feel most at home. I often work with people navigating life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and that “stuck” feeling. I also use DBT-informed approaches to help build coping skills and emotional balance.

I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

Hello, I am so grateful you have decided to seek out assistance in walking through this time of your life. I have been a licensed therapist for over 15 years. 2010 to 2001 In Seattle and @021 to current in the Reno /Tahoe area. I have a great deal of experience assisting clients to gain insight into themselves, understanding of reactions to others and ways to find peace by settling into authentic self. I look forward to getting to know each other.

Trauma leaves us feeling broken, unhappy, and disconnected from our true selves. You may be fed up with feeling anxious and overwhelmed in your relationships, feeling hopeless or not good enough. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to rediscover yourself and find out who you are. You’re ready to have freedom from your past trauma. Most of all, you’re ready to experience fulfilling and healthy relationships!