Nancy Dano , LMHC
Trauma-informed LMHC guiding lasting change
- DBT and CBT approaches
- Teens and adults
- Video phone chat messaging
About Nancy Dano
Nancy Dano is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with 10 years of experience providing trauma-informed care to clients ages 13 and up. She integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Positive Therapy, and Energy Therapy to address a variety of concerns across the lifespan.
Nancy brings both inpatient and outpatient experience to her practice and emphasizes developing a positive working relationship with each client. She moves at the client’s pace, collaborating to identify goals and practical steps toward those goals. Her approach is flexible and client-centered, adapting techniques to match individual needs and readiness.
Whether working on trauma recovery, mood and anxiety symptoms, relationship and family challenges, or life transitions, Nancy supports clients through a structured yet adaptable process. She works with clients to set achievable objectives and adjusts the plan as progress is made, always aiming to keep therapy aligned with each person’s values and priorities.
Nancy brings both inpatient and outpatient experience to her practice and emphasizes developing a positive working relationship with each client. She moves at the client’s pace, collaborating to identify goals and practical steps toward those goals. Her approach is flexible and client-centered, adapting techniques to match individual needs and readiness.
Whether working on trauma recovery, mood and anxiety symptoms, relationship and family challenges, or life transitions, Nancy supports clients through a structured yet adaptable process. She works with clients to set achievable objectives and adjusts the plan as progress is made, always aiming to keep therapy aligned with each person’s values and priorities.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nancy Dano have?
Nancy Dano has 10 years of professional experience in mental health care.
Is Nancy Dano a licensed therapist?
Yes. Nancy Dano holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are NY LMHC 006169.
In which languages does Nancy Dano provide therapy?
Nancy Dano provides therapy in English.
Where is Nancy Dano located?
Nancy Dano is located in New York.
How can I work with Nancy Dano as my therapist?
You can work with Nancy Dano through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nancy Dano work with international clients?
Yes, Nancy Dano works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nancy Dano 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
Nancy Dano uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore patterns in close relationships and how early connections influence current emotional responses; this approach can be helpful for clients working on attachment issues, intimacy-related concerns, and relationship patterns. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client’s goals and perspectives guide the work; this approach is useful for building self-esteem and fostering personal growth. Additionally, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Nancy collaborates with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they tailor a plan that may combine elements from different approaches to match each client’s situation.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to access therapists from different locations. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, allowing clients to choose the way of meeting that works best for them while working with licensed professionals and therapists to make steady progress.