Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Trusted Reno Psychologist for Mental Wellness
Garn Counseling, founded in 2019, is led by Dr. Cheryl L. Garn, a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a Ph.D. from Georgia State University. Our practice specializes in evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored to address depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and relationship concerns. With prior experience at Brigham Young University and the University of Nevada, Reno, we provide personalized care for adults and teenagers. Our approach emphasizes accepting unchangeable circumstances while committing to meaningful personal growth. We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments, ensuring accessibility for clients in Reno and surrounding areas.Our expertise extends to supporting caregivers, individuals facing chronic illness, and those navigating crises of faith. We prioritize client convenience by responding promptly to texts and emails. Accepted insurance plans include United Healthcare and Cigna, with self-pay options available. Our commitment to transparency includes providing monthly super bills for insurance reimbursement. At Garn Counseling, we strive to create a supportive environment where clients achieve lasting mental wellness through compassionate, individualized care.
Services
Depression Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
OCD Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Couples Counseling
Family Relationships
Caregiver Support
Crisis of Faith
Chronic Pain Management
Borderline Personality Disorder
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapy for depression and anxiety.
- Our team provides telehealth appointments for convenience.
- We specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
- We have experience supporting caregivers of individuals with mental illness.
- We accept United Healthcare and Cigna insurance plans.
Services
Depression Counseling
Our depression counseling provides tailored strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. Using evidence-based approaches like ACT, we help clients regain emotional balance and rediscover purpose. Ideal for adults and teens seeking long-term relief through compassionate, personalized care.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized anxiety treatment focuses on reducing overwhelming worry through cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. We address generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias, empowering clients to develop coping mechanisms for lasting emotional stability and improved quality of life.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling strengthens relationships through improved communication and conflict resolution skills. We address trust issues, intimacy concerns, and life transitions, fostering healthier dynamics for partners seeking to rebuild or enhance their connection in a supportive therapeutic environment.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery services address the lasting effects of traumatic experiences using trauma-informed care. We help clients process distressing memories and develop grounding techniques, promoting healing and resilience for individuals struggling with PTSD or complex trauma symptoms.
Caregiver Support
Caregiver support programs provide emotional and practical resources for those caring for individuals with mental illness. We focus on stress reduction, boundary setting, and self-care strategies to prevent burnout and maintain caregivers' well-being while supporting their loved ones.
People
Dr. Cheryl L. Garn
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Cheryl L. Garn is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a Ph.D. from Georgia State University. She completed her internship at Brigham Young University and has served clients in academic and private practice settings since 2016.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's needs for depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept United Healthcare (including UMR and Student Resources) and Cigna/Evernorth insurance plans. Self-pay options and super bills for reimbursement are also available.
What services are offered?
We provide individual and couples counseling for depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, chronic pain, caregiver support, and crisis of faith for adults and teenagers.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer both in-person and telehealth appointments to accommodate client preferences and ensure accessible mental health care in Reno and surrounding areas.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via phone or email to receive initial paperwork. After completing online forms, we'll schedule your first appointment within 3-6 weeks based on availability.
