Nora McNally, LMHC

Compassionate LMHC for trauma and transitions

Trauma-informed care
Client-centered approach
15 years experience

About Nora McNally

Nora McNally is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 15 years of experience supporting adults who face obstacles that limit their ability to live fully. She has extensive experience addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem, major life transitions, and both physical and emotional abuse. Nora approaches each person as an individual with a distinct life story, and she prioritizes building a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change.

She creates an unconditional, compassionate environment where life experiences and challenges can be explored at the client’s pace. Nora views it as a privilege to accompany people through difficult chapters and works to ensure that each person’s narrative is heard and honored. Her clinical style is client-centered and trauma-informed, and she integrates evidence-based modalities to meet varying needs.

Nora draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s goals. She believes that choosing therapy is an act of courage and commitment, and she welcomes contact from individuals who think her approach may support their efforts to improve quality of life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nora McNally have?

Nora McNally has 15 years of experience.

Is Nora McNally a licensed therapist?

Yes. Nora McNally holds the LMHC credential. License details: NY LMHC 011303.

In which languages does Nora McNally provide therapy?

Nora McNally provides therapy in English.

Where is Nora McNally located?

Nora McNally is located in New York.

How can I work with Nora McNally as my therapist?

Work with Nora McNally is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nora McNally work with international clients?

Nora McNally does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nora McNally cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s 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 clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care Options

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and a nonjudgmental stance, allowing individuals to explore their feelings and values while the therapist follows the client's lead; this approach often helps with self-esteem, life transitions, and building emotional insight. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical skills and experiments, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that originate in early connections and helps people improve relationship dynamics, address abandonment or attachment concerns, and strengthen emotional bonds.

Nora approaches the choice of method as a collaborative process. She works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and the strategies that best fit their needs, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure that therapeutic work feels relevant and doable.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging adds flexibility to care, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, manage mobility or caregiving demands, and maintain continuity during life changes. Licensed professionals can use these options to deliver the same therapeutic approaches in ways that accommodate different lifestyles and accessibility needs.

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