Marriage counseling that Heals in Las Vegas, NV. Restore Your Relationship.

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Marriage Counseling Las Vegas Nevada

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Once known as Sin City, Las Vegas has evolved into a family-oriented community that offers excellent schools, fine museums and nature preserves and enticing entertainment for children and teenagers alike. In addition to the Clark County Public Schools, the city offers at least 10 private schools including the Word of Life Christian Academy, Mountain View Christian School, Faith Lutheran Junior/Senior High School and All Saints' Episcopal Church and School. The Southern Highlands Prep and Merryhill Schools focus on strong academics, while Las Vegas Private School provides a Montessori education. When Las Vegas children and teenagers are not in school they can hang out at any one of ten neighborhood parks, which offer amenities such as playgrounds, skate parks, baseball and soccer fields and family picnic areas. Public golf courses and tennis courts abound in Las Vegas, as do walking, hiking, biking and riding trails. Even the famous Las Vegas Strip offers a variety of child and teen-centered amusements. ¹

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Las Vegas

Las Vegas sees a high number of domestic and family violence cases. In fact, a single agency, Safe Nest, fields tens of thousands of crisis calls each year. Safe Nest is a Las Vegas charity whose focus is solely on offering help to victims of domestic violence. Safe homes are located throughout Las Vegas in undisclosed locations in order to provide women and their children a safe and secure place to live. Counseling services are offered for individuals and families, and advocates are available to help with legal proceedings. More information about Safe Nest is available by calling 702-646-4981.²

For those interested in working with couples and families as a counselor, the first step is acquiring the basic educational credentials necessary for practice. The graduate program in marriage and family therapy at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas is a well-respected, accredited program with renowned faculty. Students learn the art of clinical practice, self-reflection, respect for diversity, and adherence to ethical standards. By the time students graduate, they will have completed 500 hours of face-to-face clinical experience with individuals, couples, and families. Additional information about the program may be obtained by calling 702-877-0133.³

Family Services and Assistance Programs

Families in need of support can find the assistance they need through the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. The Division of Child and Family Services works with other agencies, families, and communities to ensure that Nevada's residents have the tools they need to reach their full potential. Resources for parenting, assistance in locating safe housing, and information about crisis interventions are available from the department. For further information, please call 775-684-4400.⁴

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References

1. Nannies and Housekeepers USA. (2016). Family Friendly Attractions. Retrieved from http://nahusa.com/hotel-nannies/family-friendly-attractions/
2. Safe Nest. (2004). Facts on Domestic Violence. Retrieved from http://www.safenest.org/os/resources/media/Facts_on_Domestic_Violence.pdf
3. University of Nevada-Las Vegas. (2017). Welcome. Retrieved from http://mft.unlv.edu/welcome-message.html
4. Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. (2007). Division of Child and Family Services. Retrieved from http://www.dcfs.state.nv.us/

Las Vegas is located in Clark County, Nevada. It has a land area of 134.37 square miles and a water area of 0.05 square miles.  The population of Las Vegas is 623,747 people with 215,614 households and a median annual income of $50,202. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Las Vegas, NV

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Therapy in Las Vegas is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your Las Vegas therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Las Vegas public health department.