Erik Welsh, PhD Adult and Couples Therapy

Professional Statement

Dr. Welsh is a clinical psychologist licensed in both California and Nevada. His interest in depth psychology and analysis began during his undergraduate studies at Sonoma State University where he was inspired to pursue a PhD in clinical psychology with an emphasis in depth psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Dr. Welsh has experience providing brief and long term therapy, program development, clinical supervision, and training. Dr. Welsh works with individuals, couples, and first responders to address the capacity of awareness in addition to the ability to engage in change. Dr. Welsh views therapy is a space to both share and express oneself without the presence of judgement. Therapy is a collaborative journey that is based on empathy and compassion, which allows for a relationship-based form of therapy that integrates insight within the treatment. He views therapy as a medium leading to long-lasting change to help you identify what obstacles are getting in the way of your professional and personal growth. Dr. Welsh has worked within schools, residential adolescent and adult treatment centers, non-profit therapy organizations, substance use treatment facilities, clinics, private practices, and correctional facilities. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use. Dr. Welsh maintains a private practice in the Reno Area focused on his interests in Jungian psychoanalysis, in addition to cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and motivational interviewing.

Education

PhD in Clinical Psychology - Pacifica Graduate Institute
BA in Psychology - Sonoma State University

Insurances Accepted

Aetna
Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health, Inc
Cigna
ComPsych
HEALTH NET
KAISER
Magellan
Provider Network of America
SHARP
United Behavioral Health
VHP
WELLFLEET