Dr. Renee Nelson, LPC
Arizona LPC specializing in trauma and LGBTQ+ care
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Trauma and abuse support
- Grief and life transitions
About Dr. Renee Nelson
Dr. Renee Nelson is an Arizona-based Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience supporting people through complex life challenges. She builds affirming, inclusive therapeutic spaces that emphasize respect and validation for LGBTQ+ individuals, trauma survivors, and anyone facing major life transitions.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and ADHD, along with areas such as adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, co-morbidity, communication problems, control issues, disaster recovery, divorce and separation, eating and food-related difficulties, feelings of emptiness, and family of origin challenges.
Dr. Nelson brings a trauma-informed, empathetic stance to therapy, focusing on helping individuals cultivate self-compassion, strengthen communication skills, and process difficult emotions such as guilt, shame, and panic. Her work often centers on collaboration and personal empowerment, inviting clients to identify strengths and build resilience while exploring meaningful pathways toward emotional well-being.
She integrates evidence-based methods into a holistic framework, drawing on approaches that match each person’s needs and goals. Dr. Nelson’s experience and compassionate orientation aim to support sustained growth and practical coping strategies for life’s transitions and challenges.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and ADHD, along with areas such as adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, co-morbidity, communication problems, control issues, disaster recovery, divorce and separation, eating and food-related difficulties, feelings of emptiness, and family of origin challenges.
Dr. Nelson brings a trauma-informed, empathetic stance to therapy, focusing on helping individuals cultivate self-compassion, strengthen communication skills, and process difficult emotions such as guilt, shame, and panic. Her work often centers on collaboration and personal empowerment, inviting clients to identify strengths and build resilience while exploring meaningful pathways toward emotional well-being.
She integrates evidence-based methods into a holistic framework, drawing on approaches that match each person’s needs and goals. Dr. Nelson’s experience and compassionate orientation aim to support sustained growth and practical coping strategies for life’s transitions and challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Renee Nelson have?
Dr. Renee Nelson has 20 years of clinical experience.
Is Dr. Renee Nelson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Renee Nelson holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AZ LPC LPC-13206.
In which languages does Dr. Renee Nelson provide therapy?
Dr. Renee Nelson provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Renee Nelson located?
Dr. Renee Nelson is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Dr. Renee Nelson as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Renee Nelson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Renee Nelson work with international clients?
Dr. Renee Nelson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Renee Nelson 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
Dr. Renee Nelson draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and mindfulness-based techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional impact, commonly used for trauma recovery. Mindfulness therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of experience, which can aid emotional regulation and reduce reactivity.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Nelson works with clients to explore their goals, preferences, and life circumstances and recommends approaches that fit those priorities, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, manage treatment around work or caregiving responsibilities, and access licensed professionals from one’s own community.