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High-Functioning Anxiety & Perfectionism Therapy for Driven Adults

Trauma-informed individual therapy
In-person therapy in Reno, NV | Online therapy across Nevada

Nalini Channapatna Prasanna
MSW, LCSW

A holistic, trauma-informed therapist supporting adults navigating high-functioning anxiety and perfectionism shaped by early stress and trauma.

Lead an authentic and purposeful life

Clients I work with often appear capable, responsible, and successful on the outside, while internally feeling anxious, self-critical, or constantly “on.” High-functioning anxiety and perfectionism can show up as persistent overthinking, difficulty resting, fear of making mistakes, and an ongoing sense of pressure to perform—regardless of how much is accomplished.

For many adults, these patterns developed as adaptive responses to early stress or trauma. Staying alert, overachieving, or holding oneself to high standards may have once provided a sense of safety or control. Over time, however, these same strategies can lead to chronic stress, burnout, emotional exhaustion, and a growing sense of disconnection from oneself.

I’m Nalini Channapatna Prasanna, a licensed therapist who provides trauma-informed care to help adults understand these patterns with compassion, regulate their nervous system, and develop more sustainable ways of coping—without losing their drive, competence, or sense of identity.

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Therapy Offerings

Individual therapy

Trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm.

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Anxiety and perfectionism therapy

Support for adults whose anxiety shows up through overthinking, self-pressure, and difficulty slowing down.

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Integrative therapy approaches

A holistic, trauma-informed approach drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness-based practices, and somatic and nervous-system-informed approaches.

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Trauma-informed therapy

A holistic approach that recognizes how early stress and trauma shape present-day emotional and nervous-system patterns.

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“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”

~ Maya Angelou

Testimonials from clients and colleagues

  • "I've been in therapy for 22 years and Nalini is by far the best therapist I have ever seen! I was lucky to have been her patient for around 4 years before moving out of state. She is kind, empathetic, and truly cares about her clients. She meets you where you're at while also providing the tools and space for you to grow. I gained so many new skills to cope with my OCD, anxiety, and depression. It has been a few months since having to say goodbye and I deeply miss our weekly sessions. Nalini is a wealth of knowledge and keeps up-to-date on research and is always continuing her education to better help her clients. I cannot describe how wonderful she is, and there are no words to articulate how much joy and healing she brought me!"

    ~Georgia S

  • "Nalini is the best therapist I've ever had! Her office is warm and inviting but still classy, and it always smells nice. She truly listens to you and helps you process past trauma in a safe way, and always has handy worksheets with healthy coping skills that actually make a difference! If you're nervous about seeing a therapist because you don't know where to start, or you've tried talk therapy before but felt that you never got anywhere with it, look no further!"

    ~Nylez A

  • "Grateful I found Nalini! As a man approaching 70, and wrestling with very important "Life" issues, Nalini helped me open the door to create viable solutions & new perspectives. With her guidance I established healthier and more meaningful relationships with my children, navigated the ever-changing processes of aging, devised a plan for transitioning a career, and grew tremendously in communicating with my wife. Thank you Nalini!! You are an intelligent, kind, resourceful and intuitive therapist. Extremely mindful, always present. Could not have gotten here from there."

    ~Bob C

  • "There are not enough words to express the support and genuine kindness you gave me in the lowest part of my life. My mental health and self worth was impeding on the person who I was but also showing me the person I needed to heal. With grace and guidance, Nalini always provided a space to be seen and heard but most importantly safe. She listens without judgement, creates with a plan to help you move forward with the confidence that you are enough. Thank you for the short period of time we were able to come together. You truly have such a special place in my heart. I am forever grateful for our time and work together! Give a hug to Lola for me!"

    ~Layla B

  • "Going to see Nalini was one of the best mental health choices I’ve made for myself and my preteen daughter. Therapy here has given us so many tools to take along our path that I will be forever grateful for. I highly recommend her for any of your therapy needs, as my husband and I also did a stint of couples therapy here as well. She really did put us all on the right path towards healing. Everyone needs support sometimes and if you’re looking for a safe, non judgmental space- this is definitely the place to go."

    ~Sierra C

  • "I have truly enjoyed working with Nalini. I learned so much, from sleep hygiene to my next steps in moving forward in life, even removing a ton of stressors. I will continue to use the tools I have learned and implement them in my daily life. I had so many negative feelings about starting therapy, but Nalini removed all of my negative feelings toward therapy. I will refer her to my family and friends!"

    ~Breanna B

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