Jared Nelson, LCSW
Narrative-focused LCSW helping with addiction and identity
Details
| Name | Jared Nelson |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Nevada |
| Licensed in | Nevada |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 4 |
About Jared
Jared Nelson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Nevada who uses narrative-informed care alongside practical therapies. He focuses on helping people with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship concerns, and issues related to gender and sexuality. Jared aims to make therapy straightforward and useful for everyday life.
He trained with a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University and holds a background in anthropology and psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Background and approach
His clinical experience includes work in acute rehab, inpatient behavioral hospitals, outpatient clinics, and both adult and child behavioral programs. He also completed an internship on civil and forensic units at the Arizona State Hospital.
Jared works with clients facing a wide range of challenges such as substance use, porn or internet addiction, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and coping with major life changes. He also supports people navigating gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS concerns, and the specific pressures men and young adults can face. He brings four years of post-master's practice to this work.
In sessions he mixes story-focused conversation with practical tools. He helps people reframe unhelpful narratives about themselves and test small behavior changes. He uses techniques from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches to manage symptoms in the moment.
Many people find his style direct and down-to-earth. He offers phone, video, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication needs.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT among the things Jared works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Gender dysphoria
- HIV / AIDS
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Jared among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Jared among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Jared among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Jared among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Jared among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Jared directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Jared directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and practical methods work online
Jared blends narrative work with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to help clients make changes in daily life. Narrative Therapy focuses on the stories people tell about themselves and looks for alternative, more helpful narratives to guide new choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is action-oriented and targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with concrete exercises that reduce symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to manage stress, anxiety, and strong emotions.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Jared discusses your concerns and goals, then together you try methods that fit your preferences and needs. He checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as progress or roadblocks appear, keeping the work collaborative and practical.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different rhythms of life. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation for deeper discussion, phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for shorter check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules while keeping the focus on meaningful change.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Jared commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship strain, self-esteem, and problems with sleep or eating. Additional focuses include gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS concerns, men's issues, and young adult challenges.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions combine narrative conversation with practical skills. He pairs story-focused work with tools from CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to create usable strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional practice since completing his Master of Social Work. His background includes inpatient, outpatient, and acute rehab settings as well as internships in civil and forensic units.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Nevada. His education includes an MSW from Arizona State University and undergraduate studies at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Which languages and regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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