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Nancy Bevins, LPC
West Virginia
LPC - Anxiety and mood concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Person-centered methods
- Solution-focused work
About Nancy
Nancy Bevins is an LPC with ten years of experience based in West Virginia. She works with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and stress. She describes therapy as a collaborative process where the client’s knowledge and her clinical skills are combined to find practical ways forward.
Her main methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. In sessions she focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing small behavior changes, and building skills to manage intense emotions. She uses straightforward exercises and direct conversation rather than long explanations.
Nancy earned a B.A. and a Master’s degree from Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, Kentucky, and she is working toward a Doctorate in Psychology at Capella University. She holds LPC credentials in West Virginia and Virginia as listed in her background.
Her approach to specific concerns is concrete. For anxiety and mood issues she helps people identify patterns, try alternative responses, and track what changes. For addictions and process problems she uses motivational techniques and focused planning to support safer choices.
Sessions move at a practical pace. Clients can expect goal-oriented work that checks progress regularly and adjusts methods when needed. Before a first session she asks people to outline current problems and goals so early meetings can focus on immediate steps.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Nancy commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in straightforward, skills-based ways. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses short experiments to test new responses to anxiety and low mood. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and respect for the client’s own view while helping people clarify goals. DBT teaches skills for managing strong emotions, reducing risky behaviors, and improving relationships.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. She will work with each person to match methods to current needs, goals, and preferences. Early sessions focus on identifying what is most urgent and trying one or two practical strategies to see what fits.
The exact online session formats are not specified in the therapist biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapeutic work into daily life by reducing travel time, making it easier to schedule brief check-ins, or allowing work around childcare or job hours. Practical advantages include shorter travel and clearer ways to keep momentum between meetings while the therapist and client experiment with what works.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps adults with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, stress, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts, testing new behaviors, and tracking small changes.
What relevant experience does she have?
She has ten years of counseling experience working with adults on mood and behavior concerns and related issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPC and practices in West Virginia, with licensure noted for West Virginia and Virginia.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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