Cheryl Garn Psychology & Counseling

At Cheryl Garn Psychology and Counseling, PLLC, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health services to our clients. Our team, led by Dr. Cheryl L. Garn, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, offers a safe and supportive environment where individuals can seek help for various mental health concerns.

Dr. Garn specializes in using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which emphasizes on accepting what cannot be changed and committing to what is most important to the individual. She also utilizes a variety of other therapeutic techniques to tailor her approach to each client's specific needs and goals. Dr. Garn has extensive experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, relationship concerns, couples counseling, crisis of faith, and personality disorders. Her primary focus is on adults and teenagers.

Dr. Garn's training and background are exceptional. She received her Ph. D. in Clinical Psychology from Georgia State University and completed her internship at Brigham Young University (BYU) Counseling and Psychological Services. Following her internship, she was Assistant Clinical Faculty at BYU's Counseling and Psychological Services from 2016-2017. Afterward, she worked at the University of Nevada, Reno Counseling Services during the academic school years from 2017-2019. In 2019, she started her private practice in Reno, where she continues to help adolescents and adults overcome various mental health challenges.

Dr. Garn is dedicated to her clients and understands the importance of creating a comfortable and confidential environment for them. She is currently accepting new clients and can usually see new patients within 3-6 weeks. She offers both in-person and telehealth appointments, making it easier for clients to access her services. Dr. Garn is also accepting of self-pay clients and can provide a super bill at the end of each month for reimbursement purposes.

Our Services

At Cheryl Garn Psychology and Counseling, PLLC, we offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. These services include:

• Depression and Anxiety: Dr. Garn specializes in helping clients overcome depression and anxiety using ACT and other therapeutic techniques. She understands the impact these conditions can have on daily life and is dedicated to helping her clients find relief and improve their mental health.

• OCD and Trauma: Dr. Garn has extensive experience working with clients who struggle with OCD and trauma. She uses evidence-based treatments to help her clients manage their symptoms and improve their overall well-being.

• Couples Counseling and Family Relationships: Dr. Garn offers couples counseling and family therapy to help individuals navigate relationship challenges and improve communication within their families.

• Crisis of Faith and Emerging Adulthood: Dr. Garn is experienced in helping clients navigate crisis of faith and the challenges that come with emerging adulthood. She understands the importance of supporting individuals during these critical life stages.

• Caregivers of those with Mental Illness and Chronic Pain/Illness: Dr. Garn also provides support for caregivers of those with mental illness and chronic pain/illness. She understands the emotional and physical toll that caregiving can take and is dedicated to helping these individuals find balance and support in their lives.

• Borderline Personality Disorder: Dr. Garn is skilled in working with clients who have been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. She uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and other evidence-based treatments to help her clients manage their symptoms and improve their mental health.

Our Office

Our office is conveniently located at 712 S. Center Street, Reno, NV 89501. We are committed to providing a comfortable and confidential environment for all our clients. Dr. Garn is always available to answer questions and provide support throughout the treatment process. If you are ready to schedule an appointment or have any questions, please feel free to contact us.