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Cory Nelson, LPC
South Dakota
LPC in South Dakota - Anxiety and Trauma
See online therapy options- CBT and client-centered
- Stress and grief
- First responder focus
About Cory
Cory Nelson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Dakota with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
He takes a straightforward, collaborative approach. Sessions focus on identifying practical steps and noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits. Cory combines client-centered methods with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people test new ways of responding to difficult situations.
He has worked with a wide age range of clients and with complex, co-occurring concerns including mood disorders, panic and phobias, post-traumatic stress, and issues common to first responders and veterans. Cory emphasizes respect and clear communication while helping people set concrete goals and track progress.
In sessions he listens first, then helps people choose short exercises or thought experiments to try between meetings. He encourages straightforward problem solving and steady skill building rather than quick fixes. Progress is measured by changes in day-to-day functioning and by whether strategies feel useful.
To start, Cory asks people to clarify what they want to change and then co-designs a plan focused on skills practice and realistic steps. He accepts international clients and conducts work from his South Dakota practice using English.
How Cory Uses CBT and Client-Centered Methods Online
CBT focuses on noticing thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It uses short, structured exercises and between-session practice to test new ways of thinking and acting. That can help with anxiety, panic, sleep problems, and low mood.Client-centered work prioritizes listening and collaboration. The therapist supports people in naming their goals, then adapts interventions to fit those goals. This approach helps when someone needs a respectful space to sort priorities and plan next steps.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Cory will review goals, symptoms, and preferences and then suggest whether to emphasize CBT techniques or more client-centered conversation. The choice is made together and can change as needs evolve.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current online offerings before scheduling. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy days, reduce travel, and allow brief check-ins when helpful. Licensed professionals often use these options to keep therapeutic work practical and consistent with everyday life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
South Dakota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, sleep and parenting problems, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related mood and panic issues.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a collaborative, practical style that combines client-centered talk with cognitive-behavioral techniques to test new responses and habits.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor working with a wide age range and a variety of concerns.
Where is he licensed and practice location?
He is licensed as an LPC in South Dakota and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English; he also accepts international clients who can work in English.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm the current online and in-person options before booking.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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