Cynthia Pickett, MSW, LCSW, LADC, PC

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Cynthia Pickett lcsw

Licensed psychotherapist

For the past 25 years Cynthia Pickett, MSW, LCSW, LADC, PC has been assisting people in their journey of self-exploration.

In a safe, comfortable and friendly environment, I gently guide my clients to heal the emotional and behavioral patterns that are creating hardship in their lives. In addition, I believe strongly in a holistic approach and assist my clients to achieve personal balance which leads to less stress and healthier relationships. If you are interested in unraveling the puzzle of self and in quickly improving your quality of life, I am here to assist you.

Using a mindfulness-based approach, I work with teens, couples and adults struggling with a variety of issues. Examples are faulty communication, difficult relationships, low self-esteem, anxiety, OCD, overeating, sexual trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, domestic violence, career development, grief and loss, stress reduction, mid-life crises and mood issues.

I use a variety or therapeutic techniques but most often use EMDR combined with CBT to attain permanent healing and behavioral changes so you are able to live your life comfortably.

Voted “Best of Reno” Licensed Mental Health Therapist for the last 14 years, 2012-2025.

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Our Awards

Best of Reno 2025
Best of Reno 2022
Best of Reno 2019
Best of Reno 2014
Best of Reno 2013
Best of Reno 2012

A Few of our Reviews

“I am so glad I met Cynthia! She helped me learn how to control my anger and talk to my family. She is the nicest person I know because she laughed at my jokes and helped me feel good about myself.”
“A very trustworthy therapist and genuinely kind and caring person. She’s flexible and provides Telehealth services as well as in office. Genuinely appreciate her!”
“She helped me clear some negative emotions through EMDR in her office. I didn’t realize how helpful that therapy can be for depression and trauma. She helped me bring up my negative emotions and recognize their connection to my relationships.”
“Cynthia definitely challenges me as a therapist, but I never doubt that she has my best interest in mind. Since seeing her my depression has decreased, I’ve been more able to handle my day to day activities and my general overwhelm is less. It’s been a good experience, hard at times but that’s to be expected.”
“I attended therapy with Cynthia for help dealing with a family member who was addicted. I learned so much about boundaries and healthy family dynamics. Cynthia is smart, direct, and completely trustworthy. Definitely recommend her!”
“I was struggling with the death of my father when I started going to Cynthia. She understands grief. She helped me control my anger and showed me how to have a more positive outlook on the world. She taught me how to value my family while being more independent. She helped me find my confidence.”
“I initially reached out to Cynthia because I was experiencing an overwhelming amount of anxiety, to the extent that it was interfering with my ability to function. I did not know how to set healthy boundaries. I was overmedicated and self-medicating because I didn’t know how to deal with my emotions; I was in a constant state of overwhelm and panic. I am now able to set healthy boundaries and be firm in them without anxiety. I am no longer in a constant state of fight, flight, I am calmer, and I have healthy relationships and more self-confidence.”
“I reached out to Cynthia for support with PTSD and EMDR therapy, and her guidance has been truly invaluable. Through her help, I’ve gained a much deeper understanding of my past and strengthened my ability to cope. Healing is a journey, and I’m incredibly grateful for Cynthia’s professionalism and support every step of the way.”
“Initially, I was extremely uncomfortable with therapy; it was very difficult for me to force myself to even sit through a session. Cynthia was patient, giving me space where I felt safe enough to talk, to learn to feel and process my emotions, and eventually heal my PTSD.”
“I was struggling with lots of anxiety. Cynthia is helping me get to the root of my anxiety to heal those wounds and work through my anxiety when it crops up. Cynthia is the only therapist I’ve seen who actually works to get to the root of my emotional issues and heal them through science-based techniques. I can’t imagine ever seeing someone else.”
“I saw Cynthia for self-esteem issues and chemical dependency. I believe she is an amazing person able to connect and guide others in difficult times in life. I would not be who am today with Cynthia’s guidance in my youth. Just a great lady made a lifelong impact on myself and my family.”
“I started seeing Cynthia for depression and anxiety. I never felt judged, and I was scared of that. Since seeing her I’m actually motivated to better myself for the first time in a long time. I saw her on telemed mostly, which was really convenient for me.”
“I saw Cynthia for generational dysfunction, low self esteem, depression and chemical dependency. Through my work with her I gained more confidence, better perspective on life and inspiration to be a strong independent woman.”
“If you want a better life, I highly recommend seeing Cynthia for therapy or life coaching. I’ve seen her for both, and it was hard, but so worth it. I was going down a bleak path and she got me off the path and walked with me through making positive changes. She helped me understand the truth about myself and that was a tough thing, but I’m so much better for it now.”

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Cynthia helps clients on their journey to an emotionally healthy lifestyle.

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