Jared Nelson, LCSW

Jared Nelson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a core part of his work. He offers practical, straightforward help for people coping with anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction. Jared writes and speaks plainly so parents can quickly understand how therapy might fit into a busy life.

Jared earned a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University in 2018 after studying anthropology and psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno. He grew up in Las Vegas and has spent time in a range of clinical settings, including acute rehab and inpatient behavioral hospitals. That range has shaped how he approaches tough problems today.

He focuses on issues such as self-esteem, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep and eating problems, anger, and life transitions. Jared also works with concerns related to gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, sexuality, and sex-related difficulties. He brings a practical eye to questions about career stress, money, and coping tools.

In sessions he blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques. Jared also draws on narrative and psychodynamic ideas when helpful to understand long-standing patterns. The result is a straightforward approach that aims to change unhelpful thoughts and habits while noticing personal history.

People who choose Jared typically look for clear strategies and simple practices they can use between sessions. He offers video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

CBT, Mindfulness, and Online Support

Jared uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related issues because it focuses on clear steps and homework between sessions.

He also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to build moment-to-moment awareness and stress management skills. Mindfulness can help with sleep problems, anger, and coping with strong emotions by practicing simple attention exercises. Motivational Interviewing is another method he uses to clarify goals and strengthen motivation for change, especially around addictions and health behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jared collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they decide whether to focus on thought and behavior change, mindfulness practice, or motivation-based coaching.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different schedules. Video sessions let people work face to face, phone sessions can be helpful when bandwidth is limited, and brief check-ins work well by text or live chat. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or family life.