Dana Papania
LMFTI, LSC • Licensed Marriage Family Therapist Intern
About
With a passion for healing relationships and a heart dedicated to marriage counseling, Dana Papania brings a wealth of expertise to her role as a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist Intern and Licensed School Counselor in Las Vegas, NV. Her unique approach focuses on helping couples heal past traumas while fostering healthy, bonded, and flourishing relationships.
Dana's practice extends beyond couples therapy, encompassing a broad spectrum of mental health services. She works with individuals, families, and children, addressing a diverse range of issues including drug and alcohol addiction, parenting strategies, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Her experience with children spans all ages, with a primary focus on those between 5-18 years old, tackling challenges such as social anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and adjustment to divorce.
Dana's educational background is as comprehensive as her practice. She completed her master's in counseling in 2011 and received her initial license in 2012. Demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional growth, she returned to academia and finished her master's in marriage and family therapy in 2021, obtaining an additional license in 2022. This combination of graduate training, independent research, and real-life experiences allows Dana to employ best-practice interventions with a common-sense approach.
In her therapy sessions, Dana aims to equip clients with practical skills for improved mental health and relationships. Her goals include teaching clients how to live in the moment, develop healthy coping mechanisms for stress, regulate their emotions, and enhance their interpersonal relationships. This holistic approach ensures that clients not only address current issues but also develop long-term strategies for maintaining mental and emotional well-being.
Dana Papania's diverse skill set and compassionate approach make her a valuable resource for individuals, couples, and families seeking to overcome challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships. Her practice at Restorative Health & Life in Las Vegas offers a safe and supportive environment for clients to embark on their journey of healing and personal growth.
Qualifications
Education
- Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, 2021
- Master of Counseling, 2011
State Licenses
- Licensed Marriage Family Therapist Intern, NV, 2022
- Licensed School Counselor, NV
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Nevada
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Locations
Restorative Health & Life - North Las Vegas
5135 Camino Al Norte, #230
North Las Vegas, NV 89031