Nancy Benner, LCSW
Oregon LCSW supporting complex life challenges
- Trauma and grief support
- Anxiety and mood care
- CBT and DBT informed
About Nancy Benner
Nancy Benner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oregon with 24 years of clinical experience supporting individuals and couples through complex life challenges. She combines professional expertise with an empathic, person-centered stance, beginning each engagement by meeting clients where they are and building on their existing strengths.
Nancy focuses on helping people navigate life transitions, mental health concerns, and interpersonal dynamics, including depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship difficulties, and personal growth. Her practice emphasizes collaborative work - listening closely to each person's story, identifying practical goals, and tailoring interventions to fit individual needs and circumstances.
Drawing on approaches that value both evidence-based techniques and compassionate understanding, Nancy aims to create a therapeutic space that promotes resilience and forward movement. Her objective is to support clients through the changes and growth they seek, offering steady clinical guidance while honoring each client’s pace and priorities.
Nancy focuses on helping people navigate life transitions, mental health concerns, and interpersonal dynamics, including depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship difficulties, and personal growth. Her practice emphasizes collaborative work - listening closely to each person's story, identifying practical goals, and tailoring interventions to fit individual needs and circumstances.
Drawing on approaches that value both evidence-based techniques and compassionate understanding, Nancy aims to create a therapeutic space that promotes resilience and forward movement. Her objective is to support clients through the changes and growth they seek, offering steady clinical guidance while honoring each client’s pace and priorities.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nancy Benner have?
Nancy Benner has 24 years of experience.
Is Nancy Benner a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: OR LCSW L4333.
In which languages does Nancy Benner provide therapy?
Nancy Benner provides therapy in English.
Where is Nancy Benner located?
She is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Nancy Benner as my therapist?
You can work with Nancy Benner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nancy Benner work with international clients?
Nancy Benner does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nancy Benner cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Nancy Benner
Nancy Benner integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their values and strengths and is useful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. DBT offers practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing self-destructive coping.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Nancy collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting techniques as needs evolve to ensure a good therapeutic fit.
Online therapy with Nancy can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and those who cannot attend in person. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across life changes and provide accessible ways to work with licensed professionals and therapists over time.