Hi, my name is Sumana. As a counselor, my approach is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a deep commitment to helping others through their journey of healing and growth. I am deeply committed to creating a warm and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their emotions and experiences. My approach centers on understanding…
Meet Our Therapists
Regina Moreno
As a trained EMDR therapist Regina specializes in treating clients struggling with trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD, depression, attachment wounds, domestic violence, abuse, sexual abuse, addiction, anxiety, self-esteem, shame, and relational challenges. Regina’s background includes roles in community mental health, private practice, Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs, Behavioral Health, divorce process/custody battles, and…
Karysa Jimenez
Karysa’s mission as a therapist is to help her clients feel understood, supported, and empowered as they navigate ups and downs of life. She has experience working with children, teens and adults. She strives to guide her clients through a wide range of challenges such as relationship struggles, anxiety and panic attacks, depression, difficulty with…
Jenni Lejarza
Jenni Lejarza, MS, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Intern (CPC-I) in the state of Nevada and has experience working with a variety of clients, youth and adults. At Nugent Family Counseling Center, Ms. Lejarza works with children, adolescents, and families through the school based program in reno, NV, as well as with some private…
Mario Ponce
Mario Ponce, LMFT is our Clinical School Manager. He is an experienced, versatile clinician who is bilingual in Spanish. He enthusiastically supports a wide variety of client needs with Nugent Family Counseling Center: kids, parents, individuals, couples, families, and our school wrap cases. Mario’s favorite part of his work is being a part of making…
Tino Silva
Tino is an experienced licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been helping clients address and overcome their fears since 2014. Tino’s passion is helping individuals and couples live their best lives by focusing on the entire person (mind, body and spirit), rather than a preconceived notion or diagnosis. Through proven interventions, active listening, teaching…