Licensed to practice in Nevada and accepts 22 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
Mercedes Sannia Farina
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over eight years of experience. I graduated from University of Las Vegas, NV where I have resided since 2007. As a Hispanic and bilingual clinician, I have extensive experience working with the Latino/Hispanic community, and appreciate working with individuals of the most diverse backgrounds. My approach to therapy is not only help you to develop coping skills, but also work core aspects that would lead to more sustainable results.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first meeting will consist of an initial evaluation. This allows me to gather important information about you, understand the challenges your are facing, and explore your expectations for services. After this meeting, we will both leave with a great understanding, and we'll agree on the approach to services. This is a great opportunity for you to discuss goals and address any questions you might have about therapy.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As a clinician I consider that warmth and openness are core to the way I conduct my practice. I take pride in being able to provide my clients with a space in which they can be validated, listened to without judgment, but also challenged. My greatest strength is to help you gain a deep understanding of yourself and the experiences that have shaped your life, which in my experience has led to the most sustainable results for my clients.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I derive great fulfillment from working with young adults, whether they are struggling with long-standing issues, or new challenges. I have extensive experience working with individuals affected by trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational issues.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
ADHD
Anger Management
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Women's Issues
I identify as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
Nevada
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
AvMed
Cash - $110 per session
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Offers in-person in 8860 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89123, Ste 111
Virtual
My treatment methods
Eclectic
In my practice, I combine multiple approaches including Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, elements of psychodynamics, and client-centered methods. Every individual is different, and each one of these methods can be effective at different moments of the therapeutic process.
2 ratings with written reviews
June 24, 2026
My first appointment with her and she was great. She listened and provided feedback I actually felt heard.
Verified client, age 35-44
April 17, 2026
On my first session with Mercedes, I felt very comfortable in opening up to her. I have never attended therapy before this, so everything just felt so new and awkward to me, and I do not usually open up so easily, especially to people I do not know. But right from the start, I felt she was very understanding and ready and willing to hear it all. Her input was straightforward and sincere. I look forward to more sessions with Mercedes.