Stephen Garrett, LCSW
Counseling Services in Carson City, NV
Support Groups
Veteran’s Group
Sundays
10:00-11:00am
Carson City Office
Stephen will be hosting a Veteran’s Support Group starting October 4, 2026. The purpose of this group is to provide and receive support, psychoeducation, and help build a sense of community with veterans in Carson City and surrounding areas. The group is open to all current and former Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard personnel. This is not a trauma processing group; this group will use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles, and is a place for you to come and talk about current and past struggles and victories, and provide an opportunity for you to provide and receive support from your fellow service members and veterans.
The cost of the group is $30 per session; insurance cannot be used for this group.
LGBTQ+ Group
Sundays
12:00-1:00pm
Carson City Office
Stephen is hosting an LGBTQ+ Support Group starting October 4, 2026. The focus of this group will be psychoeducation, and community building. This is a safe place to receive and provide support for members of the Queer community in Carson City and surrounding areas. The psychoeducation provided will be rooted in the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy modality.
The cost of the group is $30 per session; insurance cannot be used for this group.
Psychoeducation is an evidence-based therapeutic intervention that teaches patients and their families about a mental health or medical condition, its symptoms, and treatment options [Wikipedia]. It’s a structured way for healthcare providers to share clear information about a diagnosis and how it affects daily life [ScienceDirect]. The goal of psychoeducation is to help individuals understand their symptoms, recognize early warning signs of relapse, and make informed choices about their care [NIH National Library of Medicine]. The benefits of psychoeducation are empowerment from knowledge, adherence to treatment plans, and coping skills. learned from identifying personal triggers.