About Delve Psychiatry

Our Practice

Delve Psychiatry, led by Dr. Reitano, is a Las Vegas-based practice dedicated to treating treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. We offer a range of evidence-based therapies and interventions tailored to each individual's needs. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and a commitment to helping patients achieve meaningful and lasting progress.

John Reitano, MD

John Reitano, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist with 30+ years of experience, specializing in the treatment of Mood Disorders, PTSD, and Substance Use Disorders. Determined to be a catalyst for change, he aimed to revolutionize perceptions of psychiatry.

Dr. Reitano completed his psychiatric residency training at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. During his psychiatric residency, he trained in Structural Family Therapy at the Philadelphia Child Guidance Center under the disciples of Salvador Minuchin, MD, in Couples Therapy from Gerald Weeks PhD, and in Cognitive Therapy from Aaron Beck, MD.

By seamlessly integrating established therapeutic methods with state-of-the-art interventions, Dr. Reitano's practice offers patients a personalized holistic approach to mental wellness, empowering them to achieve lasting and transformative results.

Our Practitioners

Bryan Bender is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He was born in sunny Southern California, where he attended college and became a registered nurse, and worked for many years in emergency nursing. In addition, Bryan has worked in outpatient urgent care, prison, and juvenile detention settings, and has nursing management experience working as a charge nurse in the later years of his nursing career. He has extensive knowledge of caring for critical care patients as well as handling psychiatric emergencies. While working in these settings, Bryan attended Western Governors University and received his Master of Science with an emphasis in Nursing Administration which he completed in 2014.
In 2015 Bryan moved to Las Vegas and continued to work as a charge nurse in a local emergency department. Throughout the years of his career Bryan thoroughly enjoyed providing care to patients in a variety of settings, however particularly enjoyed caring for and helping those suffering from mental health conditions. Bryan's life experiences and ability to connect with his patients sparked Bryan to further his education and pursue a career working as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Once Bryan graduated from Maryville University with his Post Master's Certificate as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner he has cared for a broad variety of patients ranging from children to geriatrics. In addition, he has experience working with clients suffering from depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is licensed to prescribe medications and provide therapy to patients and has been doing this in community mental health clinics located in Las Vegas.
Bryan joined Delve Psychiatry in 2023 and on his days off Bryan spends his time with his two sons and wife engaging in outdoor hobbies such as hiking, camping, and off-roading.

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Daphinee is a New Jersey native, who migrated to Las Vegas 5 years ago, specializing in individual therapy. She works with adults, adolescents, and children both in person and telehealth. Daphinee's goal is to collaborate in a safe, caring environment where genuine self-expression is encouraged and appreciated without judgement. She values the importance of the therapeutic alliance and believes it is a crucial part of the journey toward change. Discovering and utilizing one's natural strengths as you move toward lasting change, will garner the happiness and peace you desire.
Daphinee understands that finding that peace can be a difficult process, and is committed to meeting you where you are, working at your pace and building on goals as you are ready. With empathy and compassion she embraces a client centered, solution focused approach to each client’s unique needs, and has specialized training in DBT and CBT.
"It is my hope that each of my clients leaves our sessions feeling empowered, supported, and with a sense of peace. You have taken an important step today, and if you are ready to move forward in your therapeutic journey, you do not have to go it alone. I would be happy to join you on your journey!" - Daphnee Austin