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Nancy Bodnar

Nancy Bodnar

LCSW New Jersey

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Experienced LCSW focused on practical support

  • Client-centered care
  • Practical tools
  • Collaborative goals

About Nancy

Nancy Bodnar is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience. She offers a calm, person-focused approach that helps people sort through stress, anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges. Her manner is straightforward and supportive, aimed at helping people regain confidence and clearer connections with others.

She uses Client-Centered Therapy as a foundation, listening closely and shaping sessions around each person's priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy are also part of her practice, offering tools for changing thought patterns and calming stress in daily life. Psychodynamic and Solution-Focused methods inform longer-term and goal-oriented work when those paths fit.

Nancy trained at Hunter College School of Social Work and holds a Master of Social Work degree. She has worked in both private practice and outpatient hospital settings, and has experience with issues like trauma, divorce or separation, mood concerns, panic, self-esteem, cultural diversity, and sexual orientation. Her background includes volunteer work and school social work certification.

In sessions she aims to empower people to make practical changes. That might look like learning simple mindfulness exercises, trying small behavior changes between meetings, or talking through patterns that feel stuck. She stresses collaboration and clear goals so progress is visible.

People can expect a personable, experienced clinician who uses listening plus practical strategies. Nancy is based in New Jersey and conducts sessions in English.

How Nancy’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following each person's lead. The therapist creates space to hear what matters most and helps people set the pace for sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety or change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy adds simple attention and breathing practices to manage stress and ground emotional reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match goals and preferences. Sessions may emphasize listening and reflection at times, and skill-building or short experiments at others, depending on what each person needs.

The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fewer travel needs, which can make regular sessions simpler to keep up. Online work can also allow quick check-ins or follow-up conversations around busy days. Because formats are not specified in the biography, confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

Nancy works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, trauma and addiction-related matters.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style centers on Client-Centered Therapy, with an emphasis on listening and shaping care around each person's needs. She also uses cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to offer practical tools.

What is her professional background?

She has 18 years of clinical experience, including time in private practice and outpatient hospital settings, and training that includes multiple therapeutic approaches.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She holds an LCSW credential and practices in New Jersey.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are session costs and billing handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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