Nancy Brighton, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW guiding meaningful change
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and relationship work
- Flexible online sessions
About Nancy Brighton
Nancy Brighton is a Florida-licensed LCSW who provides compassionate therapy for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and major life transitions. She draws on a broad clinical background to help clients explore patterns, develop coping strategies, and pursue more satisfying connections and daily functioning.
Nancy approaches each person as the expert of their own life story, building on existing strengths to address challenges rather than treating problems as fixed labels. Her style emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and practical tools so clients can move toward goals that matter to them, whether those goals involve relationships, mood, attention and focus, or recovery from painful experiences.
Seeking change takes courage, and Nancy offers steady support and encouragement throughout that process. Her LCSW credential stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating specialized training to provide psychotherapy and clinical social work services in Florida. She aims to empower clients to make meaningful, sustainable changes at a pace that fits their needs.
Nancy approaches each person as the expert of their own life story, building on existing strengths to address challenges rather than treating problems as fixed labels. Her style emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and practical tools so clients can move toward goals that matter to them, whether those goals involve relationships, mood, attention and focus, or recovery from painful experiences.
Seeking change takes courage, and Nancy offers steady support and encouragement throughout that process. Her LCSW credential stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating specialized training to provide psychotherapy and clinical social work services in Florida. She aims to empower clients to make meaningful, sustainable changes at a pace that fits their needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nancy Brighton have?
Nancy Brighton has 53 years of experience.
Is Nancy Brighton a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LCSW. License details are FL LCSW SW2829.
In which languages does Nancy Brighton provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Nancy Brighton located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Nancy Brighton as my therapist?
You can work with Nancy Brighton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nancy Brighton work with international clients?
Nancy Brighton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nancy Brighton 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.
Approach-Focused Care Delivered Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people clarify their values and take committed action even in the presence of difficult thoughts or feelings. It emphasizes learning to accept internal experiences while building a life guided by what matters most, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation struggles.Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and closeness with others. By identifying attachment dynamics, the work supports improvements in intimate relationships, trust, and coping with abandonment or caregiving concerns.
Nancy works collaboratively with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best. She treats finding the right method as an ongoing conversation, adapting techniques to match the client's goals, preferences, and life circumstances.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to connect from familiar environments. These flexible formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, on-going support while accommodating different communication styles and accessibility needs.