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Jared Nelson, LCSW
Nevada
LCSW - Anxiety and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Sex and gender issues
About Jared
Jared Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Nevada with four years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and related issues that often affect everyday functioning.
He trained at Arizona State University, earning a Master’s in Social Work in 2018, and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Nevada, Reno in Anthropology and Psychology. Jared’s work history includes roles in inpatient behavioral hospitals, acute rehab, adult and children behavioral programs, and outpatient clinics.
Jared uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside mindfulness, motivational interviewing, narrative, and psychodynamic approaches. He applies these methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, test different responses, and practice new skills. His practice places particular emphasis on sexual issues, internet and porn addiction, substance use, and serious mental illness where relevant.
He has specific experience with LGBTQ+/gender and sexuality topics and with gender dysphoria and HIV/AIDS concerns. Jared also lists focus areas such as men’s and women’s issues, young adult concerns, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, and grief among his clinical interests.
Sessions are conducted in English and Jared does not currently accept international clients. Costs vary with location and sessions operate through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, users select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Jared commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, test alternative thoughts, and build practical coping skills for anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce stress and improve sleep. Motivational Interviewing is used when people want help finding motivation and setting realistic steps toward change.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jared discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts methods as needed so the work connects to daily life and specific problems. He frames options clearly and makes straightforward suggestions so people can choose what feels doable.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and motivational conversations to remote sessions so the work stays practical and focused.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping and eating difficulties, and related issues.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, try alternative responses, and practice skills that reduce distress.
What is his clinical background?
He holds a Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University and has worked in inpatient hospitals, acute rehab, behavioral programs, and outpatient clinics over four years.
What are his professional credentials and location?
He is an LCSW licensed in Nevada and practices in that state.
Which languages are offered and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list session formats explicitly; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with scheduling?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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