
About
The Full Story
At Diamond CMHC, we believe mental health care should feel like more than treatment—it should feel like home. As the first Community Mental Health Center in Las Vegas, our mission is to provide a welcoming, family-like atmosphere where healing and recovery can truly take place. We are dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages through comprehensive, compassionate, and accessible care.
Leadership
Our program is led by Dr. Zinoviy Benzar, MD, Psychiatrist, who brings more than four decades of experience in psychiatry and a deep commitment to the Las Vegas community. With his expertise and compassionate approach, Dr. Benzar guides our clinical team with vision and dedication, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care.
Education & Expertise
Dr. Benzar graduated from Ternopol Medical Institute in Ukraine in 1981 and completed his residency at Columbia University Teaching Hospitals in New York. He is board certified in Psychiatry and affiliated with Boulder City Hospital. Over the course of his career, he has specialized in treating panic disorder, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, and trauma. His extensive background makes him a trusted and highly skilled leader in the field of mental health.
Commitment
At Diamond CMHC, we believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Under Dr. Benzar’s leadership, our approach combines psychotherapy, evidence-based treatments, and medication management when appropriate. His philosophy emphasizes that medication is only one part of a holistic path to healing, with equal importance placed on emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
Vision
Diamond CMHC is more than a clinic—it is a beacon of hope for Las Vegas. We are building a center that not only transforms the lives of our patients but also strengthens the entire community by making mental health care accessible, inclusive, and effective. Together, we are paving the way toward a brighter, more compassionate future for mental health care.



