Your Mental Health Matters – Finding Peace and Understanding
At Sammy’s D.E.N., we understand that mental health is just as important as physical health. That’s why we’ve partnered with ASL Accessible Therapists to offer specialized care tailored to the unique needs of the Deaf community.
Why Mental Health Matters in the Deaf Community
Just like hearing individuals, Deaf people experience a wide range of mental health challenges, including:
Our Commitment to Your Well-being
We believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care. ASL Accessible Therapists can provide:
Taking the First Step
If you’re struggling with your mental health, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
NV ASL Therapists Network
Vision: Helping to create Deaf friendly mental health services in Nevada.
Mission: Increase accessibility to mental health care for the Deaf and hard of hearing by providing resources, education, and advocacy.
Contact Information:
VP: 702-605-3108
Email: nvasltherapists@gmail.com
Tiarra Atkinson, LCSW, CDP
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Dementia Practitioner 
Leadership Team
Tiarra Atkinson, LCSW, CDP is an advocate for equal access to mental health care for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Community. She holds a Sign Language Interpreting Certificate (Illinois Central College, 1998), a Bachelor of Arts in Family Life (Lincoln Christian University, 1999), and a Master of Social Work with a Mental Health Concentration (University of Illinois School of Social Work, 2014). She worked as a NAD certified interpreter from 1998-2003, then began working in the mental health field in 2001 where she became deeply aware of the lack of access to mental health care for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Community.
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner who has worked as a mental health therapist since 2014 in various settings both in central Illinois and in Las Vegas, NV. She works as the Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist in a brain health center providing therapy to individuals who are living with a progressive neurological disease and experiencing a variety of mental health concerns related to their diagnosis. She enjoys working collaboratively with therapist colleagues who share her passion to support the mental health needs of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Community.
Grady M. Gallagher, Ph. D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist 
Leadership Team
Dr. Grady Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist dedicated to helping adults navigate depression, anxiety, and trauma. Born Deaf and raised right here in Las Vegas, Nevada, he offers therapy in both American Sign Language and spoken English. Drawing from his own experiences as well as his education, Dr. Gallagher understands the diverse challenges faced by the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) and signing community in accessing mental health care and is committed to bridging the gap.
He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Gallaudet University in 2023, deepening his understanding of psychology within the Deaf cultural framework. His clinical internship at the University of Rochester’s Deaf Wellness Center provided valuable experience in offering empathetic and culturally sensitive care to DHH individuals. Now, as a post-doctoral therapist, Dr. Gallagher feels privileged to support clients throughout Nevada on their individual journeys toward healing.
When he’s not working with clients, Dr. Gallagher enjoys a little bit of everything, from off-roading in his Jeep to playing Dungeons and Dragons with Deaf groups and immersing himself in fantasy novels. His commitment to mental health comes from a genuine desire to create more opportunities for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and signing individuals to obtain accessible mental health services.
Alana Solomon, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Leadership Team
Alana Solomon, LCSW is a Las Vegas local who graduated from Gallaudet University with a Master of Social Work degree in May 2020. She is hearing and currently offers mental health therapy sessions in American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English. Attending Gallaudet helped her understand the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) community better and hone her ASL skills.
In her free time, Alana loves to spend time with her puppy, Luci, and her family. Alana also loves to go to the movies and the theater. Have you seen any movies that have inspired you recently?
Alana is a school social worker and therapist. She has worked with Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients from a wide range of ages and backgrounds. As a school social worker and therapist, her primary focus is working with teens and young adults. She loves to partner with her clients and students, advocating for them and guiding them through their own self-advocacy journeys. She loves working together, so that the clients and students always know someone is in their corner – cheering them on! It is Alana’s goal to make sure that her clients gain the skills and tools to actively and effectively live their limitless lives!
Sharon Harris, MS, MFT, LADC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, AAMFT Approved Clinical Supervisor
Leadership Team
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Sharon Harris has been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Las Vegas since 2001. She has a private practice in Summerlin where she counsels teens, adults, and families to assist with depression, anxiety, life stress, transitions, and creating balance in their lives. She knows ASL and is happy to be able to offer direct services to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
