LP, 18 years of experience
New to Grow
I’m Dr. Nathaniel Woods, a clinical psychologist with over 17 years of experience in providing therapeutic services. Having served as an executive director of mental health institutions in Nevada and California, I bring a wealth of experience to my practice. I focus on creating long-lasting, supportive therapeutic relationships that often span several years. My approach is both professional and compassionate, dedicated to symptom relief and ensuring that every client feels truly valued and heard.
In our first session together, you can expect a warm and welcoming space where we begin to understand your unique story and needs. I’ll take the time to listen carefully, so you can share whatever feels comfortable for you. We’ll talk about your goals for therapy, any concerns you have, and the approaches that might be most helpful for you. My goal in the first session is to ensure you feel heard and understood, and to start building a trusting therapeutic relationship. We’ll also outline what our work together might look like, so you have a clear understanding of the process and can feel confident moving forward.
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to empathically connect with my clients. I bring a strong gift of discernment to our work together, allowing me to look beyond words and body language to truly understand the deeper layers of what my clients are experiencing. This empathic connection forms the foundation of our therapeutic process, making it possible to explore not only what is being shared, but also the underlying patterns that contribute to the issues at hand. By creating this shared empathic union, we can more effectively uncover the root causes of challenges and work toward meaningful, lasting change together.
My ideal client is someone who is open and willing to build a genuine therapeutic alliance over time. I value clients who are ready to explore self-transparency and vulnerability within the therapeutic process, and who feel comfortable sharing their true needs and goals. This openness not only allows me to support them more effectively but also enriches my own growth as a therapist. I believe that becoming a skilled therapist is a lifelong journey, and each client relationship is a shared experience that contributes to that journey. In this way, I deeply value and appreciate the mutual growth and trust that comes from working with clients who are invested in their own healing and well-being.
Dr. Nathaniel Woods is an experienced and compassionate clinical psychologist who takes an eclectic approach to therapy. He integrates a variety of evidence-based treatment methods, including psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and person-centered therapy. Dr. Woods tailors his therapeutic approach to the unique needs of each client, often blending these methods to address both symptom relief and deeper intrapsychic conflicts. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, Dr. Woods believes that sometimes the most effective care comes from a thoughtful combination of therapeutic approaches. For example, he may use CBT to help clients understand and reframe their thoughts and behaviors, while also incorporating EFT to explore and release underlying emotions. His goal is always to provide a warm, personalized, and flexible therapeutic experience that empowers clients to achieve meaningful and lasting change.