- Person-centered approach
- Practical coping skills
- Relationship focus
About Nancy
Nancy Benner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oregon with 24 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and challenges with addictions or eating. Nancy aims to meet clients where they are and offers steady, practical support during difficult life changes.
Her style is warm and person-centered. Sessions focus on understanding each person's story and strengths before trying tools or strategies. Conversations are straightforward and paced to match what each person needs in the moment.
Nancy uses a mix of approaches to fit different concerns. She draws from client-centered work to build a trusting relationship. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns, and dialectical behavior therapy skills for emotional regulation when feelings run high.
In relationship work she integrates Gottman Method ideas to improve communication and reduce cycles of hurt. Mindfulness practices are used to help people find grounding and calm during stressful periods. The goal is practical change that feels doable between sessions.
Nancy has supported people through many kinds of life transitions and complex emotional issues over her career. She asks questions, listens closely, and helps people set clear, manageable steps toward their goals. Those interested in starting are invited to follow the site's intake steps to begin a match and schedule a first appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship and following each person's pace. Online sessions can still center on listening, reflection, and gentle guidance to help people feel heard and understood.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses clear exercises to change unhelpful patterns. In an online format this often means reviewing worksheets, tracking thoughts between sessions, and practicing new behaviors where they happen. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, such as distress tolerance and emotion regulation that can be practiced in everyday life and reviewed during sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm which options are available before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and let people practice skills in the settings where they live and relate. Licensed professionals can guide goal setting and skill practice so therapy feels practical and relevant to daily life.
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Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
Nancy supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship problems, addictions, eating issues, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Codependency and many interpersonal concerns are also listed among her focus areas.
How would you describe the therapy style?
The approach is person-centered and practical. Nancy begins by listening closely, then introduces strategies like CBT and DBT skills as needed to address thinking patterns and emotional regulation.
What is her professional background?
She has 24 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of mental health and relationship issues. Her practice emphasizes steady support during transitions and complex emotional challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
The clinician holds the credential LCSW, which is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Oregon.
Which languages are offered and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether remote or in-person meetings are possible.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing will be provided during the matching or scheduling steps.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability through the site's scheduling tools.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.