Misty Guantonio LMFT, LCADC
I am a dual-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) with nearly 30 years of experience in health education and clinical practice. My focus is on assisting individuals in overcoming mental health concerns with clarity, resilience, and lasting change.
I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a research-backed method effective in treating trauma, PTSD, and complex life challenges. EMDR enables us to tackle the root causes of distress rather than merely managing symptoms, fostering meaningful and enduring healing.
Prior to my therapy career, I dedicated over 20 as a health educator, which has shaped my holistic, systems-informed approach. This background has enhanced my understanding of the interconnectedness of physical health, emotional regulation, occupational stress, and relationships, especially for those in high-demand professions. I have worked with individuals from various sectors, including those high-stress and high-risk careers. My approach is collaborative, direct, and compassionate, rooted in safety, respect, and clinical integrity.
Outside of my clinical practice, I prioritize balance and connection. I enjoy outdoor, staying active through CrossFit, and spending quality time with family, friends, and my dogs. If you are looking for focused, trauma-informed care from a clinician who understands the personal and professional challenges you face, I would be honored to support you in journey toward healing and growth.
Licensure, Certifications, and Education
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NV Marriage and Family Therapist, #4111
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NV Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, #07204-LC
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NorthCentral University- Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy (2018)
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University of Phoenix - Master of Arts , Education Administration (2002)
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Idaho State University, Bachelor of Science, Health Education and Physical Education (1996)
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Secondary Education endorsement (1998)
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Advanced Training
EMDR & Trauma
2026 4th Annual International Flash Technique Conference, EMDRIA
2026 Early EMDR Intervention Protocols: R-TEP / G-TEP, EMDRIA
2026 EMDR-Informed Care for 911 Professionals, EMDRIA
2025 Desensitization of Triggers and Urge Reprocessing, EMDRIA
2024 Advanced Flash Technique, EMDRIA
2024 IFS-Informed EMDR Interweaves, EMDRIA
2024 Flash Technique: Basic Principles and Protocols, EMDRIA
2024 Flash Technique, EMDRIA
2024 IFS for EMDR Therapists, EMDRIA (
2024 Treating America's Heroes: EMDR Therapy with Military, Police, and Fire, EMDRIA
2023 IDEA: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access in EMDR Therapy, EMDRIA
2023 Conceptualization: A Guide for EMDR Therapists, EMDRIA
2023 Moving Toward a Sustainable and Responsive EMDR Telehealth Practice, EMDRIA
2023 EMDR Therapy with Complex PTSD Clients, EMDRIA
2023 Improving First Responder Resiliency with EMDR, EMDRIA
2023 Phase Four Follies: Have a Plan for Anything, EMDRIA
2021 EMDR Training, Thrive Learning and Publications
Crisis Intervention, CISM & First Responders
2026 Understanding the Fire Service for Mental Health Clinicians, IAFF
2026 Victory Mindset Leadership & Resilience Summit for First Responders
2026 A Firefighter's Life, FBHA
2025 Advanced Critical Incident Stress Management, Group and Individual, NAADAC
2025 Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
2024 Critical Incident Stress Management, Group and Individual, NAADAC
2024 Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, NAADAC
2023 Suicide Assessment and Risk Reduction: Children and Youth Suicide, CASAT
2022 Developmental Trauma Disorders, NAADAC
2019 First Responder Trainer: Developmental Disabilities, Justin Hope Foundation
2019 Crisis Intervention Training, Carson City Sheriff's Department
Addiction & ASAM Criteria
2026 The ASAM Criteria, 4th Ed. Online Foundations Course, NAADAC
2025 Recovery Self: Brain, Behaviors, and Ethics in Addiction Treatment, CASAT
2024 SMART Recovery, NAADAC
2024 IFS-Informed EMDR Therapy for Addiction and Relapse Prevention, EMDRIA
2024 Codependence: Treatment Strategies for Clients Who Lose Themselves in Others, PESI
2024 Confidentiality, HIPAA, & 42 CFR Part 2 for Behavioral Health Providers, CASAT
2023 EMDR Therapy: A Comprehensive Trauma-Focused Solution to Treat Addiction, EMDRIA
2022 EMDR Addiction Protocols, EMDRIA
2022 Addiction and Attachment Disorders, NAADAC
2021 ASAM: Intro to the ASAM Criteria, Change Companies
2020 ASAM: Multidimensional Assessment, Change Companies
2020 ASAM: From Assessment to Service Planning, Change Companies
2019 Understanding SUD in Nursing v2.3, NCSBN