MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST INTERN

Laura Pineda, Marriage and Family Therapist, currently practices under an internship while supervised by a state certified CPC. Laura has been with the company for two years. Prior to she has spent over 5 years providing trauma informed care through clinical case management for at risk youth and foster families.

Laura facilitates individual and couples/family therapy. She is able to provide a therapeutic experience in English and Spanish. Through the use of different therapeutic approaches, she is able to provide a safe and judgement free space in order to help clients on their therapeutic journey. Laura treats patients experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, and Self Esteem issues. Different therapeutic approaches used in sessions include Solutions Focus Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems and Psychoeducation.

Laura is a Las Vegas native and when not working, enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and attending concerts.

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK

Michael Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, that has been with the company for two years. Prior to he worked in outpatient, community-based, in-home and crisis settings.

Michael facilitates individual therapy, couples/family therapy, and group therapy. Michael’s treatment style relies on meeting his clients where they are and establishing a therapeutic alliance. Michael assists in treating patients experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief, Self esteem, ADHD, and support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Different therapeutic approaches used in sessions include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), person-centered therapy, narrative therapy, addition to, multicultural concepts.

Michael is passionate about his own learning process. This includes learning new therapeutic techniques, listening/collaborating on podcasts, attending clinical conferences, and self-reflection.

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Carolyn Mcgee, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, has been with the company for two years. Prior to she has spent over 7 years providing mental health services from case management and 3 years counseling for children and adults.

Carolyn facilitates individual therapy, couples/family therapy, and group therapy. Carolyn is also a Certified Grief and Loss Specialist and has been trained in Level I Parts & Memory addition to, Spirituality counseling. Carolyn assists in treating patients experiencing grief, memory issues and women’s issues. Different therapeutic approaches used in sessions include Emotional-Focused Therapy, Trust-based Relational Interventions, Trauma-informed care, Christian Counseling, Crystal Work, and Narrative Therapy.

Carolyn has a passion for assisting others with developing and holding on to their best selves. Her motto is “be intentional and live intentional”.

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Jessica Holding, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, has been with the company for 2 years. Prior to her time at Changing Minds, she has gained her experience in the non-profit agency sector providing outpatient services since 2018.

Jessica facilitates individual therapy and group therapy. Her treatment models include CBT, person-centered therapy, trauma-informed care, DBT, and psychoeducation. By utilizing a treatment model that fits the needs of the client, she actively works to instill hope, empowerment, healing, and self-growth. Jessica further works to fulfill the client's right to participate in treatment in a safe, calm environment with no judgments. She values the therapeutic alliance while honoring the ethical guidelines in professional counseling. 

Jessica facilitates individual therapy for individuals experiencing Grief, lack of Self-Esteem and/or Self-Worth, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Co-Occurring Disorders, and Trauma-related disorders. She is dedicated in helping individuals find the strength that exists within them and applying it to achieve their life goals. 

CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Jennifer Mercier, Clinical Social Worker, currently practices under an internship while supervised by state certified LCSW. Jennifer recently joined the company. Prior to her work at Changing Minds, Jennifer provided services in psychosocial rehabilitation, basic skills training, and case management.

Jennifer facilitates individual therapy, family/couples counseling and group therapy. With a background working with children, families, kinship guardianship, teens, and young adults experiencing depression, trauma, anxiety, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, and anger management. Jennifer provides services utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neurosequential Model Therapy (NMT), Trauma Informed Care, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoeducation, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Equine Services.

Her approach comes from her belief “When people experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My greatest passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, who include children, young adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, empowered, and safe.”

In Jennifer’s free time she volunteers through various charity events and is active in the female motorcycle community, enjoys camping, and traveling especially home to her native land Canada.

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Amy Hugle, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has recently joined the company. Amy has been providing psychotherapy to children and adults for three years. Prior to this, she provided clinical case management and psychosocial rehabilitation services for children and families within the foster care system.

Amy facilitates works with clients of all ages who have experiences with relational and personal stress, as well as developmental, generational, and system-induced trauma. Amy is certified in EMDR, the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT™), and CAMS suicide assessment and prevention. She specializes in helping people heal from stress, trauma and relationship struggles using interventions that are based on an understanding of the mind-body connection and how stress and trauma affect all systems within the person. She uses a holistic, person-centered approach to work with the individuals to find the best combination of methods that work for them. Therapeutic approaches used in sessions include somatic, sensory, cognitive, mindfulness, attachment, and play, and trauma informed care.

MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST INTERN

Morgan Oneal, Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, has recently joined the company as a therapist. Morgan has been with CMP prior in a support staff role.

Morgan’s goal is to guide people of all ages to a place of peace and acceptance. The importance of understanding our emotions and past experiences is what she enjoys to focus on during the session. Life transitions and trauma is where her expertise and interest lie. She has experience working with children who struggle with behavioral issues such as anger control and academic issues. Morgan also enjoys working with young adults who are going through life transitions as well as past traumatic experiences. Emotional focused therapy (EFT) and solution focused behavioral therapy (SFBT) are my theories of choice. She currently has experience working with couples overcoming infidelity and working on growing their relationship as a unit.

CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Alexandria Nelson, Clinical Social Worker, currently practicing under an internship that is supervised by a certified Nevada LCSW. Alexandria recently joined the company and prior to working for Changing Minds, Alexandria worked for The Children’s Cabinet in Reno, Nevada creating opportunities for families to reunify, creating safety plans, and advocating for families in Northern Nevada Rural communities to have more support services.

Alexandria provides individual therapy and family counseling. Alexandria has a background in working with children, teens, young adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral difficulties. Alexandria provides services using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MCBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and Psychoeducation. Her goal is to help her clients overcome the challenges and stressors of life, traumatic experiences, or other circumstances that have impacted the client, while increasing a development of self, strengthening coping skills, and create an understanding to maintain wellbeing.

In Alexandria’s free time she likes to go hiking with her dog Jax, camping, traveling to new places, and spending quality time with her family and friends.